Athlon 64 X2 5400+ vs Celeron G1620
Athlon 64 X2 5400+
Celeron G1620
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 5400+ is positioned at rank 1091 and the Celeron G1620 is on rank 590, so the Celeron G1620 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 5400+
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G1620
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+95%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($78) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 5400+ and Celeron G1620
Athlon 64 X2 5400+
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 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: 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,585 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron G1620
The Celeron G1620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 December 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,586 points. Launch price was $208.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ and Celeron G1620 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G1620 — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 X2 5400+. The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Celeron G1620 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ scores 1,585 against the Celeron G1620's 1,586 — a 0.1% lead for the Celeron G1620. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G1620.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+4% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | 22 nm-76% |
| Architecture | Windsor (2006−2007) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,585 | 1,586 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 441 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 760 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Celeron G1620 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ versus DDR3-1333 on the Celeron G1620 — the Celeron G1620 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G1620 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) vs 16 (Celeron G1620) — the Celeron G1620 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) and H77,B75,Z77,H61,P67,Z68 (Celeron G1620).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon 64 X2 5400+) / VT-x, EPT (Celeron G1620). The Celeron G1620 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1)), while the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1620 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G1620 rivals Pentium G2030.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ launched at $485 MSRP, while the Celeron G1620 debuted at $52. At current prices ($78 vs $40), the Celeron G1620 is $38 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ delivers 20.3 pts/$ vs 39.6 pts/$ for the Celeron G1620 — making the Celeron G1620 the 64.5% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5400+ | Celeron G1620 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $485 | $52-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $78 | $40-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.3 | 39.6+95% |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2012 |
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