Xeon Bronze 3104 vs Athlon 220GE
Xeon Bronze 3104
Athlon 220GE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon Bronze 3104 is positioned at rank #598 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3104
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 220GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Athlon 220GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Athlon 220GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Bronze 3104 and Athlon 220GE
Xeon Bronze 3104
The Xeon Bronze 3104 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 4,383 points. Launch price was $213.
Athlon 220GE
The Athlon 220GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,441 points. Launch price was $65.
Processing Power
The Xeon Bronze 3104 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Athlon 220GE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3104 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.7 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus 3.4 GHz on the Athlon 220GE — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Athlon 220GE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon 220GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Bronze 3104 scores 4,383 against the Athlon 220GE's 4,441 — a 1.3% lead for the Athlon 220GE. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3104 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 220GE.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Athlon 220GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.4 GHz+100% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.4 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+106% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+1100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,383 | 4,441+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 886 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,023 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 220GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus DDR4-2667 on the Athlon 220GE — the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3104 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs 2 (Athlon 220GE). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs 8 (Athlon 220GE) — the Xeon Bronze 3104 offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Bronze 3104) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470 (Athlon 220GE).
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Athlon 220GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | 64 GB+8738033% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+500% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon 220GE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs AMD-V (Athlon 220GE). The Athlon 220GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Xeon Bronze 3104 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 220GE targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Athlon 220GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Athlon 220GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
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