CPU
GPU
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
A8-5557M
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 6000+ is positioned at rank 1077 and the A8-5557M is on rank 687, so the A8-5557M 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 6000+
Performance Per Dollar A8-5557M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | A8-5557M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Windsor (2006−2007) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | A8-5557M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6000+ and A8-5557M
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ 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: 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,825 points. Launch price was $149.
A8-5557M
The A8-5557M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,831 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the A8-5557M offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5557M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ versus 3.1 GHz on the A8-5557M — identical boost frequencies. The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the A8-5557M uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ scores 1,825 against the A8-5557M's 1,831 — a 0.3% lead for the A8-5557M. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | A8-5557M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 90 nm | 32 nm-64% |
| Architecture | Windsor (2006−2007) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,825 | 1,831 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the A8-5557M uses FP2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ versus 1600 on the A8-5557M — the A8-5557M supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) vs 16 (A8-5557M) — the A8-5557M offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) and FP2,FS1r2 (A8-5557M).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | A8-5557M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | FP2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | 1600+79900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) / true (A8-5557M). The A8-5557M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G), while the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A8-5557M rivals Core i3-4000M.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | A8-5557M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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