CPU
GPU
A4-3305M
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The A4-3305M is positioned at rank 691 and the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ is on rank 1077, so the A4-3305M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A4-3305M
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 6000+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A4-3305M | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A4-3305M | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A4-3305M and Athlon 64 X2 6000+
A4-3305M
The A4-3305M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,812 points. Launch price was $50.
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,825 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the A4-3305M and Athlon 64 X2 6000+ share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the A4-3305M versus 3.1 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ — a 21.4% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 X2 6000+. The A4-3305M uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses Windsor (2006−2007) (90 nm). In PassMark, the A4-3305M scores 1,812 against the Athlon 64 X2 6000+'s 1,825 — a 0.7% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 6000+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | A4-3305M | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.1 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K |
| Process | 32 nm-64% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Windsor (2006−2007) |
| PassMark | 1,812 | 1,825 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 276 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A4-3305M uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses AM2 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the A4-3305M versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ — the A4-3305M supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A4-3305M) vs 0 (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) — the A4-3305M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A4-3305M | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FS1 | AM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A4-3305M) / not specified (Athlon 64 X2 6000+). The A4-3305M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6480G), while the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4-3305M targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: A4-3305M rivals Pentium B950.
| Feature | A4-3305M | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6480G | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | — |
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