Athlon X4 840 vs Opteron X3421

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

3331

Passmark Score

3306

Performance Difference

Athlon X4 840 is 0.8% faster than Opteron X3421

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Athlon X4 840 performs 0.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Athlon X4 840 and Opteron X3421.

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 Athlon X4 840 and Opteron X3421

AMD

Athlon X4 840

The Athlon X4 840 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Agosto 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,331 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:4x Athlon
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:Agosto 2014 (11 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Kaveri (2014−2015)
Performance Ranking Position:2154

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:245 mm2
L1 Cache:256K
L2 Cache:4 MB
Max Frequency:3.8 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:2,411 million
Process Technology:28 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:FM2+
Power Consumption (TDP):65 watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
AMD

Opteron X3421

The Opteron X3421 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Excavator (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,306 points.

General Information

Type:Para estações de trabalho
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:10 June 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Excavator (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:2161

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:250 mm2
L1 Cache:160 kB
L2 Cache:2 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Transistor Count:3,100 million
Process Technology:28 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):82 °C

Compatibility

Socket:FP4
Power Consumption (TDP):15 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4

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