AMD Athlon X4 845
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AMD Athlon X4 845 vs AMD Athlon II X2 340. Specifications, performance, tests

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Released
Q1/2016
AMD Athlon X4 845
AMD Athlon X4 845
Released
Q4/2012
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AMD Athlon II X2 340
AMD Athlon II X2 340

Compare AMD Athlon X4 845 VS AMD Athlon II X2 340. 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 X4 845 boasts a maximum frequency of 3.50 GHz GHz. 4 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 65 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q1/2016, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD Athlon II X2 340 features a maximum frequency of 3.20 GHz GHz. 2 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 65 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q4/2012, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD Athlon X4 845 Reasons to consider
AMD Athlon X4 845
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1048 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 9% better clock speed

    3.50 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • More number of cores

    2 times more cores

    4 left arrow 2
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 5% better overclocked clock speed

    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.60 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Athlon X4 845 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    832 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    709 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    536 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    418 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    416 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    420 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    765 place
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1484 left arrow score

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Athlon II X2 340 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    909 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    1009 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    737 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    852 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    766 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    767 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1239 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Athlon X4 845 AMD Athlon X4 845
AMD Athlon II X2 340 AMD Athlon II X2 340
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 left arrow AMD Athlon II
  • Generation
    2 left arrow 1
  • CPU group
    AMD Athlon X4 (Carizzo) 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
    3.50 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4 left arrow 2
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.60 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4 left arrow 2
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    No 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 X2 340 and AMD Athlon X4 845. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-2133 left arrow DDR3-1600
  • ECC
    Yes left arrow No
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 1
  • PCIe version
    3.0 left arrow
  • PCIe lanes
    8 left arrow
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    No left arrow No
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Athlon X4 845 and AMD Athlon II X2 340 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 65 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Athlon X4 845 and AMD Athlon II X2 340, 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
    2.00 MB left arrow 1.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Carizzo left arrow Trinity
  • Technology
    28 nm left arrow 32 nm
  • Socket
    FM2+ left arrow FM2
  • Release date
    Q1/2016 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 X4 845 and AMD Athlon II X2 340.

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
93
AMD Athlon X4 845
77
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
316
AMD Athlon X4 845
126
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
2526
AMD Athlon X4 845
1518
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
8576
AMD Athlon X4 845
2152
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
1.04
AMD Athlon X4 845
0.86
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
4.03
AMD Athlon X4 845
1.71
AMD Athlon II X2 340
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
5917
AMD Athlon X4 845
1860
AMD Athlon II X2 340

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