CPU
GPU
A4-6300B
Athlon II X2 270
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 A4-6300B is positioned at rank 745 and the Athlon II X2 270 is on rank 825, so the A4-6300B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A4-6300B
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 270
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A4-6300B | Athlon II X2 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A4-6300B | Athlon II X2 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 A4-6300B and Athlon II X2 270
A4-6300B
The A4-6300B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,328 points. Launch price was $50.
Athlon II X2 270
The Athlon II X2 270 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 July 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,333 points. Launch price was $100.
Processing Power
Both the A4-6300B and Athlon II X2 270 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the A4-6300B versus 3.4 GHz on the Athlon II X2 270 — a 13.7% clock advantage for the A4-6300B (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The A4-6300B uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X2 270 uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A4-6300B scores 1,328 against the Athlon II X2 270's 1,333 — a 0.4% lead for the Athlon II X2 270. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 415 vs 392, a 5.7% lead for the A4-6300B that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | A4-6300B | Athlon II X2 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+15% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+9% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total) | 1 MB |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Richland (2013−2014) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,328 | 1,333 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 415+6% | 392 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 686 |
Memory & Platform
The A4-6300B uses the FM2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X2 270 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A4-6300B versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 270 — the Athlon II X2 270 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A4-6300B supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A4-6300B) vs 0 (Athlon II X2 270) — the A4-6300B offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A88X (A4-6300B) and AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 270).
| Feature | A4-6300B | Athlon II X2 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+209715100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A4-6300B) vs true (Athlon II X2 270). The A4-6300B includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8370D), while the Athlon II X2 270 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4-6300B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A4-6300B rivals Pentium G3240; Athlon II X2 270 rivals Pentium E6700.
| Feature | A4-6300B | Athlon II X2 270 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8370D | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Business Desktop | — |
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