Athlon 64 X2 4000+ vs Core 2 Duo E4500
Athlon 64 X2 4000+
Core 2 Duo E4500
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 64 X2 4000+ is positioned at rank 1082 and the Core 2 Duo E4500 is on rank 1017, so the Core 2 Duo E4500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 4000+
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E4500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Allendale (2006−2009) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 64 X2 4000+ and Core 2 Duo E4500
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.
Core 2 Duo E4500
The Core 2 Duo E4500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Allendale (2006−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,165 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ and Core 2 Duo E4500 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ versus 2.2 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E4500 — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E4500. The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E4500 uses Allendale (2006−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ scores 1,175 against the Core 2 Duo E4500's 1,165 — a 0.9% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 4000+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.2 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 90 nm | 65 nm-28% |
| Architecture | Windsor (2006−2007) | Allendale (2006−2009) |
| PassMark | 1,175 | 1,165 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 195 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 380 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core 2 Duo E4500 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ versus 800 on the Core 2 Duo E4500 — the Core 2 Duo E4500 supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Duo E4500 supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo E4500) — the Core 2 Duo E4500 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: nForce 500,AMD 690G (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) and P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E4500).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | 800+39900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB+26214300% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon 64 X2 4000+) vs false (Core 2 Duo E4500). Primary use case: Athlon 64 X2 4000+ targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E4500 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4600+.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | false |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Athlon 64 X2 4000+ launched at $328 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E4500 debuted at $133. At current prices ($10 vs $10), the Core 2 Duo E4500 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ delivers 117.5 pts/$ vs 116.5 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E4500 — making the Athlon 64 X2 4000+ the 0.9% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 4000+ | Core 2 Duo E4500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $328 | $133-59% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | $10 |
| Performance per Dollar | 117.5 | 116.5 |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2007 |
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