Athlon 64 X2 4000+ vs Celeron N2830

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

2 Cores2 Thrd89 WWMax: 2 GHz2006

Celeron N2830

2 Cores2 Thrd7 WWMax: 2.41 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

2 / 2

1,175

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron N2830

2 / 2

1,185

+0.9%

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 64 X2 4000+ is positioned at rank 1082 and the Celeron N2830 is on rank 82, so the Celeron N2830 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 4000+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

87071%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

82274%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

59737%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

17996%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

14255%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

12470%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

7142%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

7049%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

6418%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

6418%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

6346%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

6175%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

6089%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

6064%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

6009%

#1082

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

MSRP: $328|Avg: $10

100%

#1083

Athlon 64 X2 5200+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $15

100%

#1084

Core i7-975

MSRP: $999|Avg: $50

99%

#1085

Athlon XP 2600+

MSRP: $98|Avg: $10

97%

#1086

Core i7-965

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $40

96%

#1087

Athlon 64 FX-74

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

93%

#1088

Core 2 Extreme QX9770

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

92%

#1089

Athlon 64 2000+

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

92%

#1090

Athlon 64 X2 5600+

MSRP: $505|Avg: $15

92%

#1091

Athlon 64 X2 5400+

MSRP: $485|Avg: $78

91%

#1092

Celeron 2.30

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

91%

#1093

Phenom X4 9450e

MSRP: $450|Avg: $430

90%

#1094

Athlon 64 X2 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $20

86%

#1095

Athlon 64 3000+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $10

84%

#1096

Athlon XP 3100+

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

79%

#1097

Athlon 64 3300+

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

73%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron N2830

#27

Core Ultra 7 265HX

MSRP: $450|Avg: N/A

92%

#70

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

248%

#71

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

244%

#72

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

224%

#73

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

223%

#74

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

221%

#76

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

213%

#77

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

205%

#78

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

204%

#79

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

199%

#82

Celeron N2830

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#88

Core 2 Duo T7500

MSRP: $316|Avg: $5

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N2830 (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Athlon 64 X2 4000+	Celeron N2830
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ (2006) relies on 90 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Athlon 64 X2 4000+	Celeron N2830
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($10)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Athlon 64 X2 4000+ Benchmark Check

Celeron N2830 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Athlon 64 X2 4000+ and Celeron N2830

Athlon 64 X2 4000+

The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,175 points. Launch price was $149.

Celeron N2830

The Celeron N2830 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.16 GHz, with boost up to 2.41 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,185 points. Launch price was $107.

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Processing Power

Both the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ and Celeron N2830 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ versus 2.41 GHz on the Celeron N2830 — a 18.6% clock advantage for the Celeron N2830. The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Celeron N2830 uses Bay Trail-M (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ scores 1,175 against the Celeron N2830's 1,185 — a 0.8% lead for the Celeron N2830. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	Athlon 64 X2 4000+	Celeron N2830
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2 GHz	2.41 GHz+21%
Base Clock	—	2.16 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512K	512K (per core)
Process	90 nm	22 nm-76%
Architecture	Windsor (2006−2007)	Bay Trail-M (2013−2014)
PassMark	1,175	1,185
Geekbench 6 Single	195	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	380	—

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron N2830 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ versus 1333 on the Celeron N2830 — the Celeron N2830 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron N2830 supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) vs 4 (Celeron N2830) — the Celeron N2830 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: nForce 500,AMD 690G (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) and FCBGA1170 (Celeron N2830).

Feature	Athlon 64 X2 4000+	Celeron N2830
Socket	AM2	FCBGA1170
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 2.0+82%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-800	1333+66550%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB+52428700%	8
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	4

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) vs true (Celeron N2830). The Celeron N2830 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 64 X2 4000+ targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron N2830 rivals AMD A6-6310.