CPU
GPU
Athlon 64 X2 5800+
A6-9500E
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 5800+ is positioned at rank 1037 and the A6-9500E is on rank 609, so the A6-9500E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 5800+
Performance Per Dollar A6-9500E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5800+ | A6-9500E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Brisbane (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 5800+ | A6-9500E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ 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 64 X2 5800+ and A6-9500E
Athlon 64 X2 5800+
The Athlon 64 X2 5800+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,745 points. Launch price was $149.
A6-9500E
The A6-9500E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 1,741 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon 64 X2 5800+ and A6-9500E share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 5800+ versus 3.4 GHz on the A6-9500E — a 12.5% clock advantage for the A6-9500E. The Athlon 64 X2 5800+ uses the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the A6-9500E uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 5800+ scores 1,745 against the A6-9500E's 1,741 — a 0.2% lead for the Athlon 64 X2 5800+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5800+ | A6-9500E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | — | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1024 kB+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 28 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Brisbane (2007−2008) | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 1,745 | 1,741 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 5800+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A6-9500E uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 5800+ versus DDR4-2400 on the A6-9500E — the A6-9500E supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-9500E 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 5800+) vs 8 (A6-9500E) — the A6-9500E offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 5800+) and AMD AM4 (A6-9500E).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5800+ | A6-9500E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR4-2400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 8 |
Advanced Features
The A6-9500E includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon R5), while the Athlon 64 X2 5800+ requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 5800+ | A6-9500E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon R5 |
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