A8-6410 vs Athlon II X4 600e
A8-6410
Athlon II X4 600e
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 A8-6410 is positioned at rank 928 and the Athlon II X4 600e is on rank 842, so the Athlon II X4 600e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-6410
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 600e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Beema (2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+103%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) | ✅ More affordable ($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 A8-6410 and Athlon II X4 600e
A8-6410
The A8-6410 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Beema (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,772 points. Launch price was $90.
Athlon II X4 600e
The Athlon II X4 600e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,795 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
Both the A8-6410 and Athlon II X4 600e share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the A8-6410 versus 2.2 GHz on the Athlon II X4 600e — a 8.7% clock advantage for the A8-6410 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The A8-6410 uses the Beema (2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Athlon II X4 600e uses Propus (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A8-6410 scores 1,772 against the Athlon II X4 600e's 1,795 — a 1.3% lead for the Athlon II X4 600e.
| Feature | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+9% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Beema (2014) | Propus (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,772 | 1,795+1% |
Memory & Platform
The A8-6410 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon II X4 600e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1866 on the A8-6410 versus DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 600e — the A8-6410 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (A8-6410) vs 2 (Athlon II X4 600e). PCIe lanes: 4 (A8-6410) vs 16 (Athlon II X4 600e) — the Athlon II X4 600e offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FT3b (A8-6410) and Socket AM3 (Athlon II X4 600e).
| Feature | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1866+62100% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (A8-6410) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X4 600e). The A8-6410 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 Graphics), while the Athlon II X4 600e requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A8-6410 rivals Pentium N3530.
| Feature | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R5 Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The A8-6410 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Athlon II X4 600e debuted at $100. At current prices ($40 vs $20), the Athlon II X4 600e is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-6410 delivers 44.3 pts/$ vs 89.8 pts/$ for the Athlon II X4 600e — making the Athlon II X4 600e the 67.8% better value option.
| Feature | A8-6410 | Athlon II X4 600e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $20-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.3 | 89.8+103% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2009 |
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