AMD Athlon II X4 740
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AMD Athlon II X4 740 vs AMD Athlon II X4 750K. Specifications, performance, tests

Overall score
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Released
Q4/2012
AMD Athlon II X4 740
AMD Athlon II X4 740
Released
Q4/2012
Overall score
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AMD Athlon II X4 750K
AMD Athlon II X4 750K

Compare AMD Athlon II X4 740 VS AMD Athlon II X4 750K. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD Athlon II X4 740 boasts a maximum frequency of 3.20 GHz GHz. 4 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 65 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q4/2012, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD Athlon II X4 750K features a maximum frequency of 3.40 GHz GHz. 4 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 100 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q4/2012, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1404 left arrow score
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    65 W left arrow 100 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Athlon II X4 740 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    893 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    805 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1183 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1211 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    682 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    658 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    626 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    543 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    962 place
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1388 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 6% better clock speed

    3.40 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 8 % better overclocked clock speed

    4.00 GHz left arrow 3.70 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Athlon II X4 750K CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    865 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    773 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1130 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1175 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    644 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    629 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    731 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    513 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    928 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Athlon II X4 740 AMD Athlon II X4 740
AMD Athlon II X4 750K AMD Athlon II X4 750K
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD Athlon II left arrow AMD Athlon II
  • Generation
    1 left arrow 1
  • CPU group
    AMD Athlon II (Trinity) left arrow AMD Athlon II (Trinity)
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.20 GHz left arrow 3.40 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.70 GHz left arrow 4.00 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (4 Cores)
    3.70 GHz left arrow 4.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    No left arrow No
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    No left arrow No
  • VC-1
    No left arrow No
  • JPEG
    No left arrow No
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD Athlon II X4 750K and AMD Athlon II X4 740. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-1866 left arrow DDR3-1866
  • ECC
    No left arrow No
  • Memory channels
    1 left arrow 1
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    No left arrow No
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Athlon II X4 740 and AMD Athlon II X4 750K to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    65 W left arrow 100 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Athlon II X4 740 and AMD Athlon II X4 750K, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    None left arrow None
  • ISA extensions
    SSE3 left arrow SSE3
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB left arrow 4.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Trinity left arrow Trinity
  • Technology
    32 nm left arrow 32 nm
  • Socket
    FM2 left arrow FM2
  • Release date
    Q4/2012 left arrow Q4/2012

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD Athlon II X4 740 and AMD Athlon II X4 750K.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
80
AMD Athlon II X4 740
86
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
255
AMD Athlon II X4 740
276
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
461
AMD Athlon II X4 740
503
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1263
AMD Athlon II X4 740
1341
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
1777
AMD Athlon II X4 740
1921
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
4525
AMD Athlon II X4 740
4892
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
0.88
AMD Athlon II X4 740
0.95
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
3.51
AMD Athlon II X4 740
3.79
AMD Athlon II X4 750K
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
4011
AMD Athlon II X4 740
4336
AMD Athlon II X4 750K

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