CPU
GPU
Athlon 5350
Core 2 Duo T9500
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 Athlon 5350 is positioned at rank 564 and the Core 2 Duo T9500 is on rank 343, so the Core 2 Duo T9500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 5350
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo T9500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 5350 | Core 2 Duo T9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 5350 | Core 2 Duo T9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Athlon 5350 and Core 2 Duo T9500
Athlon 5350
The Athlon 5350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.05 GHz, with boost up to 2.05 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,796 points. Launch price was $149.
Core 2 Duo T9500
The Core 2 Duo T9500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,799 points. Launch price was $530.
Processing Power
The Athlon 5350 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core 2 Duo T9500 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon 5350 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.05 GHz on the Athlon 5350 versus 2.6 GHz on the Core 2 Duo T9500 — a 23.7% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo T9500 (base: 2.05 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Athlon 5350 uses the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Core 2 Duo T9500 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 5350 scores 1,796 against the Core 2 Duo T9500's 1,799 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo T9500.
| Feature | Athlon 5350 | Core 2 Duo T9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.05 GHz | 2.6 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.05 GHz | 2.6 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB | 6 MB+200% |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kabini (2013−2014) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,796 | 1,799 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 223 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 708 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 5350 uses the AM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo T9500 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Athlon 5350 versus DDR3-1066 on the Core 2 Duo T9500 — the Athlon 5350 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Athlon 5350) vs 2 (Core 2 Duo T9500). Chipset compatibility: AM1 (Athlon 5350) and GM45,PM45 (Core 2 Duo T9500).
| Feature | Athlon 5350 | Core 2 Duo T9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM1 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | — |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Athlon 5350) vs VT-x (Core 2 Duo T9500). The Athlon 5350 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3 Graphics), while the Core 2 Duo T9500 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core 2 Duo T9500 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon 5350 rivals Pentium J2900; Core 2 Duo T9500 rivals Athlon Silver 3050U.
| Feature | Athlon 5350 | Core 2 Duo T9500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R3 Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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