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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Athlon 64 X2 4000+ vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D

The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ is quite a bit slower than the Ryzen 7 9800X3D on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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  • Up to 42% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 18 years and 9 months newer
  • Available for $589.90

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Ryzen 7 9800X3D ranks 38 points higher.

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Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 6 more cores.

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Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 14 more threads.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a 135% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp
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Athlon 64 X2 4000+ draws 31W less power.

AM2
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AM5
Windsor
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Granite Ridge
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon Graphics 128SP
unknown
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5600 MHz (DDR5)
Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Athlon 64 X2 4000+ or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D. It's 75% faster than the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ on average across 100+ games, scoring 89/100 vs 51/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 9800X3D than Athlon 64 X2 4000+?expand_more
75% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Athlon 64 X2 4000+ or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 9800X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 89/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Athlon 64 X2 4000+ and Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
Performance: Athlon 64 X2 4000+ scores 51/100, Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 89/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ or Ryzen 7 9800X3D bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the stronger pick at 89/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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