CPU
GPU
A4 Micro-6400T
Athlon II X2 210e
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 Micro-6400T is positioned at rank 843 and the Athlon II X2 210e is on rank 837, so the Athlon II X2 210e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A4 Micro-6400T
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 210e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A4 Micro-6400T | Athlon II X2 210e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($28) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Mullins (2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A4 Micro-6400T | Athlon II X2 210e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($28) |
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 Micro-6400T and Athlon II X2 210e
A4 Micro-6400T
The A4 Micro-6400T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Mullins (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,082 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X2 210e
The Athlon II X2 210e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,089 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The A4 Micro-6400T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X2 210e offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A4 Micro-6400T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the A4 Micro-6400T versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon II X2 210e — a 47.6% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 210e (base: 1 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The A4 Micro-6400T uses the Mullins (2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Athlon II X2 210e uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A4 Micro-6400T scores 1,082 against the Athlon II X2 210e's 1,089 — a 0.6% lead for the Athlon II X2 210e.
| Feature | A4 Micro-6400T | Athlon II X2 210e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz+63% |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 2.6 GHz+160% |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Mullins (2014) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,082 | 1,089 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 180 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A4 Micro-6400T uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X2 210e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1333 on the A4 Micro-6400T versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 210e — the Athlon II X2 210e supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X2 210e supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A4 Micro-6400T) vs 2 (Athlon II X2 210e). PCIe lanes: 8 (A4 Micro-6400T) vs 0 (Athlon II X2 210e) — the A4 Micro-6400T offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A4 Micro-6400T | Athlon II X2 210e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1333 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+52428700% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A4 Micro-6400T) vs true (Athlon II X2 210e). The A4 Micro-6400T includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3), while the Athlon II X2 210e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4 Micro-6400T targets Tablet. Direct competitor: A4 Micro-6400T rivals Atom Z3770; Athlon II X2 210e rivals Pentium E5300.
| Feature | A4 Micro-6400T | Athlon II X2 210e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R3 | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Tablet | — |
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