CPU
GPU
Athlon II Neo K145
Athlon 64 3600+
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 II Neo K145 is positioned at rank 1048 and the Athlon 64 3600+ is on rank 1078, so the Athlon II Neo K145 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II Neo K145
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 3600+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II Neo K145 | Athlon 64 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Nile (2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clawhammer (2001−2005) / 130 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II Neo K145 | Athlon 64 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+42%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 II Neo K145 and Athlon 64 3600+
Athlon II Neo K145
The Athlon II Neo K145 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Nile (2010) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 565 points. Launch price was $149.
Athlon 64 3600+
The Athlon 64 3600+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Clawhammer (2001−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 595 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II Neo K145 and Athlon 64 3600+ share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Athlon II Neo K145 versus 2.4 GHz on the Athlon 64 3600+ — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 3600+. The Athlon II Neo K145 uses the Nile (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon 64 3600+ uses Clawhammer (2001−2005) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II Neo K145 scores 565 against the Athlon 64 3600+'s 595 — a 5.2% lead for the Athlon 64 3600+.
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K145 | Athlon 64 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.4 GHz+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| Process | 45 nm-65% | 130 nm |
| Architecture | Nile (2010) | Clawhammer (2001−2005) |
| PassMark | 565 | 595+5% |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II Neo K145 uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 64 3600+ uses 754 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Athlon II Neo K145 versus DDR2-800 on the Athlon 64 3600+ — the Athlon II Neo K145 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon 64 3600+ supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD ASB2 (Athlon II Neo K145) and AMD AM2 (Athlon 64 3600+).
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K145 | Athlon 64 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | 754 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066+50% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 16 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II Neo K145 launched at $50 MSRP, while the Athlon 64 3600+ debuted at $149. At current prices ($10 vs $15), the Athlon II Neo K145 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II Neo K145 delivers 56.5 pts/$ vs 39.7 pts/$ for the Athlon 64 3600+ — making the Athlon II Neo K145 the 35% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K145 | Athlon 64 3600+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-66% | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-33% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.5+42% | 39.7 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2004 |
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