AMD Athlon 200GE vs Intel Core i7-3610QE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score in the database?

A: The Intel Core i7-3610QE records an average benchmark score of 1297, while the AMD Athlon 200GE sits at 1261. That difference is roughly 3% in favor of the Intel part, and both chips land in the mid-30s percentile against all CPUs (35th for Intel, 34th for AMD).

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap between these two chips?

A: The Intel Core i7-3610QE wins all four Cinebench multi-core tests by a consistent margin of 30.3%. For example, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 4533 versus AMD’s 3479. In Geekbench multi-core, the gap narrows dramatically to just 2.2%, with Intel at 1954 and AMD at 1912.

Q: Does the AMD Athlon 200GE win any benchmark outright?

A: Yes, in Geekbench single-core, the AMD Athlon 200GE scores 925 versus Intel’s 560, which translates to a 39.5% advantage for AMD. This is the only head-to-head test where the Athlon comes out ahead.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-3610QE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the AMD Athlon 200GE has 2 cores and 4 threads. Despite having half the cores, the AMD chip’s higher base clock of 3.20 GHz (no boost clock listed) helps it in single-threaded workloads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of power consumption?

A: The AMD Athlon 200GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core i7-3610QE has a TDP of 45 watts. The AMD part is rated for lower power draw, which aligns with its desktop segment positioning, whereas the Intel chip is a mobile processor.

Q: What are the release dates and process nodes for these chips?

A: The Intel Core i7-3610QE was released on April 28, 2012, built on Intel’s 22 nm process. The AMD Athlon 200GE came out on September 5, 2018, using GlobalFoundries’ 14 nm process. The AMD chip is significantly newer and uses a larger but more modern die.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-3610QE is a mobile processor based on the Ivy Bridge architecture, manufactured by Intel on a 22 nm process. It contains 1,400 million transistors on a die size of 160 mm². Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3. It supports dual-channel memory (though the specific memory type is not listed), and its integrated graphics are Intel HD 4000. This is a 2012-era part with a 45 W TDP, designed for laptops and mobile workstations.

The AMD Athlon 200GE is a desktop chip built on the Zen architecture (specifically Raven Ridge), fabricated by GlobalFoundries on a 14 nm process. It packs 4,950 million transistors into a 209.8 mm² die. The cache layout is different: 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. It supports DDR4 memory with a measured bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, and it offers PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Its integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 3. The TDP is 35 W, and it was released in 2018 with an active production status.

The architectural differences are stark. Intel uses an older, smaller process with a lower transistor count, while AMD leverages a newer, denser process despite a larger physical die. The Intel chip has more cores (4 vs 2) and threads (8 vs 4), which directly explains its multi-core dominance. However, the AMD chip’s base clock of 3.20 GHz (with no boost listed) is higher than Intel’s 2.30 GHz base, and that clock advantage, combined with the newer Zen core design, drives its single-core victory. The cache structures also differ: Intel has a larger shared L3 (6 MB vs 4 MB), but AMD has larger per-core L2 (512 KB vs 256 KB). Neither supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-3610QE wins 6 of the 7 head-to-head benchmarks, and its wins are remarkably uniform in Cinebench. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 456 against AMD’s 350, a 30.3% lead. That exact margin repeats in Cinebench R20 multi-core (1903 vs 1461) and Cinebench R23 multi-core (4533 vs 3479). The single-core Cinebench tests show a similar story: Intel wins R20 single-core with 268 versus 206 (30.1% lead) and R23 single-core with 639 versus 491 (30.1% lead). These consistent deltas suggest the core count advantage (4 cores with Hyper-Threading vs 2 cores with SMT) is the dominant factor in Cinebench’s workload, regardless of the specific version.

Geekbench paints a different picture. In multi-core, Intel’s lead collapses to just 2.2% (1954 vs 1912), which is a far smaller margin than Cinebench would suggest. This implies that Geekbench’s multi-core test scales better with the AMD chip’s higher clock speed and newer architecture, partially offsetting its core deficit. Then in Geekbench single-core, the AMD Athlon 200GE turns the tables completely, scoring 925 versus Intel’s 560. That is a 39.5% advantage for AMD, the largest swing in either direction across all tests. The single-core result is particularly telling: the Ivy Bridge core, even with a 3.30 GHz boost clock, cannot match the Zen core’s instructions-per-clock efficiency at a similar or higher frequency.

The overall benchmark averages reflect this split. Intel’s average of 1297 places it just 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-3570K and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i7-3630QM. AMD’s average of 1261 puts it exactly level with the Intel Core i7-3615QM (0% delta) and just 0.3% ahead of the Intel Core i3-7100T. The data shows that while Intel dominates Cinebench, the AMD chip’s single-core prowess in Geekbench keeps the overall averages close.

The Verdict

For multi-threaded workloads that resemble Cinebench, the Intel Core i7-3610QE is the clear choice. Its 30.3% advantage in every Cinebench multi-core test, driven by 4 cores and 8 threads versus 2 cores and 4 threads, is decisive. Anyone running rendering, video encoding, or other heavily threaded tasks should favor the Intel part based on these numbers.

For single-threaded tasks, the AMD Athlon 200GE is the stronger performer. Its 39.5% lead in Geekbench single-core (925 vs 560) is substantial, and it also wins that specific test outright. The higher base clock and newer Zen architecture clearly deliver better per-thread performance.

The middle ground is Geekbench multi-core, where Intel wins but only by 2.2%. This suggests that in mixed workloads that combine some threading with moderate single-thread sensitivity, the two chips are nearly indistinguishable. The database places Intel in the 35th percentile and AMD in the 34th percentile, so overall they are statistical neighbors. However, the nature of the workload matters far more than the average score. The Intel chip is a mobile part with 45 W TDP, while AMD is a 35 W desktop chip, so platform requirements will also influence the decision.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-3610QE | AMD Athlon 200GE |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 4 | 2 |

| Threads | 8 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.30 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.30 GHz | None listed |

| TDP | 45 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket G2 (988B) | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Ivy Bridge | Zen |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 4,950 million |

| Die Size | 160 mm² | 209.8 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | None listed | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | None listed | 42.7 GB/s |

| PCIe | None listed | Gen 3, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 4000 | Radeon Vega 3 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Production Status | None listed | Active |

| Release Date | 2012-04-28 | 2018-09-05 |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $55 |

| Part Number | SR0NP | YD200GC6M20FB |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-3610QE wins in every Cinebench test, both single and multi-core, by roughly 30%. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration is the clear reason. For users running Cinebench-style rendering workloads, the Intel part is the winner without qualification. It also edges out the AMD chip in Geekbench multi-core, though the margin there is only 2.2%, making it a close call rather than a decisive victory.

The AMD Athlon 200GE wins the Geekbench single-core test by a wide 39.5% margin. This indicates that for everyday tasks that rely on a single thread, such as basic web browsing, office applications, or lightweight scripting, the AMD chip will feel noticeably faster. Its higher base clock of 3.20 GHz and newer Zen core design are the evident drivers of this result.

The data also shows that the AMD chip has a lower TDP (35 W vs 45 W) and a newer release date (2018 vs 2012), while the Intel chip has more cache overall (6 MB L3 vs 4 MB L3). The AMD part supports DDR4 memory with a specified bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, whereas the Intel part lists no memory type or bandwidth in the database. In terms of platform, the AMD chip uses Socket AM4, which is a desktop standard, while Intel uses the mobile Socket G2. The choice ultimately depends on whether the user prioritizes multi-core throughput (Intel) or single-core responsiveness and lower power draw (AMD).