Pentium G850 vs Athlon 64 X2 5200+

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1491

Passmark Score

1505

Performance Difference

Athlon 64 X2 5200+ is 0.9% faster than Pentium G850

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Athlon 64 X2 5200+ performs 0.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Pentium G850 and Athlon 64 X2 5200+.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Pentium G850 and Athlon 64 X2 5200+

Intel

Pentium G850

The Pentium G850 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 22 May 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,491 points. Launch price was $27.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$27
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:22 May 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2803

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:131 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:3 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.9 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.9 GHz
Transistor Count:504 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:69 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1155
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:21 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:32 GB
AMD

Athlon 64 X2 5200+

The Athlon 64 X2 5200+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Setembro 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,505 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Release Date:Setembro 2006 (19 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Windsor (2006−2007)
Performance Ranking Position:3145

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:220 mm2
L1 Cache:256 kB
L2 Cache:512K
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:2.7 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Transistor Count:154 million
Process Technology:90 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM2
Power Consumption (TDP):89 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

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