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AMD Athlon II X4 557 vs Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 1,345 | 2,041 |
| Multicore | 2,567 | 2,714 |
| Estimated price | Not listed | $63.12 |
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 2 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 3.7 GHz | Not listed |
| Typical TDP | 160 W | 54 W |
| Socket | AM3 | FCLGA1151 |
| First seen | Q3 2021 | Q1 2021 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Athlon II X4 557 has a PassMark single-core score of 1,345, compared with 2,041 for Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz. Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Athlon II X4 557 has a PassMark multicore score of 2,567, compared with 2,714 for Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz. Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
AMD Athlon II X4 557 lists AM3; Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz lists FCLGA1151. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Athlon II X4 557 on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Celeron G4950 @ 3.30GHz on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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