CPU
GPU
A6 PRO-7400B
Athlon X2 QL-65
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 A6 PRO-7400B is positioned at rank 559 and the Athlon X2 QL-65 is on rank 1056, so the A6 PRO-7400B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A6 PRO-7400B
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X2 QL-65
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6 PRO-7400B | Athlon X2 QL-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($22) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Lion (2008−2009) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6 PRO-7400B | Athlon X2 QL-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($22) |
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 A6 PRO-7400B and Athlon X2 QL-65
A6 PRO-7400B
The A6 PRO-7400B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,640 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon X2 QL-65
The Athlon X2 QL-65 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Lion (2008−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1g2. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,630 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the A6 PRO-7400B and Athlon X2 QL-65 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the A6 PRO-7400B versus 2.1 GHz on the Athlon X2 QL-65 — a 60% clock advantage for the A6 PRO-7400B. The A6 PRO-7400B uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Athlon X2 QL-65 uses Lion (2008−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the A6 PRO-7400B scores 1,640 against the Athlon X2 QL-65's 1,630 — a 0.6% lead for the A6 PRO-7400B.
| Feature | A6 PRO-7400B | Athlon X2 QL-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+86% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1024 kB | 1 MB |
| Process | 28 nm-57% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Kaveri (2014−2015) | Lion (2008−2009) |
| PassMark | 1,640 | 1,630 |
Memory & Platform
The A6 PRO-7400B uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon X2 QL-65 uses S1g2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A6 PRO-7400B versus DDR2-667 on the Athlon X2 QL-65 — the A6 PRO-7400B supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6 PRO-7400B supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A6 PRO-7400B) vs 0 (Athlon X2 QL-65) — the A6 PRO-7400B offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (A6 PRO-7400B) and AMD S1 (Athlon X2 QL-65).
| Feature | A6 PRO-7400B | Athlon X2 QL-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | S1g2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+700% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
The A6 PRO-7400B includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon R5), while the Athlon X2 QL-65 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | A6 PRO-7400B | Athlon X2 QL-65 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon R5 | — |
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