CPU
GPU
Athlon 64 X2 6000+
Atom C3508
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 Atom C3508 is on rank 409, so the Atom C3508 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 Atom C3508
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | Atom C3508 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower 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) | ✨ Modern (Goldmont (2016−2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | Atom C3508 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Atom C3508
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.
Atom C3508
The Atom C3508 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,831 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Atom C3508 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Atom C3508 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ versus 1.6 GHz on the Atom C3508 — a 63.8% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 X2 6000+. The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses the Windsor (2006−2007) architecture (90 nm), while the Atom C3508 uses Goldmont (2016−2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ scores 1,825 against the Atom C3508's 1,831 — a 0.3% lead for the Atom C3508. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ vs 8 MB on the Atom C3508.
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | Atom C3508 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz+94% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K | 8 MB+1500% |
| Process | 90 nm | 14 nm-84% |
| Architecture | Windsor (2006−2007) | Goldmont (2016−2017) |
| PassMark | 1,825 | 1,831 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon 64 X2 6000+ uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Atom C3508 uses FCBGA1310 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 X2 6000+ versus DDR4-1866 on the Atom C3508 — the Atom C3508 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3508 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) vs 12 (Atom C3508) — the Atom C3508 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 X2 6000+) and Intel FCBGA1310 (Atom C3508).
| Feature | Athlon 64 X2 6000+ | Atom C3508 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | FCBGA1310 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 3.0+173% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR4-1866+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 256 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 12 |
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