Athlon II Neo K325 vs Core 2 Duo E6320
Athlon II Neo K325
Core 2 Duo E6320
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 K325 is positioned at rank 912 and the Core 2 Duo E6320 is on rank 1051, so the Athlon II Neo K325 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 K325
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E6320
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Geneva (2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+402%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
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 K325 and Core 2 Duo E6320
Athlon II Neo K325
The Athlon II Neo K325 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Geneva (2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 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: 1,111 points. Launch price was $149.
Core 2 Duo E6320
The Core 2 Duo E6320 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.86 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II Neo K325 and Core 2 Duo E6320 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the Athlon II Neo K325 versus 1.86 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E6320 — a 35.4% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E6320. The Athlon II Neo K325 uses the Geneva (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E6320 uses Conroe (2006−2007) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II Neo K325 scores 1,111 against the Core 2 Duo E6320's 1,115 — a 0.4% lead for the Core 2 Duo E6320.
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 1.86 GHz+43% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Geneva (2010) | Conroe (2006−2007) |
| PassMark | 1,111 | 1,115 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 736 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,235 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II Neo K325 uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Duo E6320 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Athlon II Neo K325 versus 1066 on the Core 2 Duo E6320 — the Core 2 Duo E6320 supports 198.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core 2 Duo E6320 supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II Neo K325) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo E6320) — the Core 2 Duo E6320 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: M880G (Athlon II Neo K325) and P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E6320).
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-800 | 1066+35433% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB+52428700% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II Neo K325) vs true (Core 2 Duo E6320). Primary use case: Athlon II Neo K325 targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E6320 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4200+.
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Low Power | — |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II Neo K325 launched at $60 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E6320 debuted at $163. At current prices ($25 vs $5), the Core 2 Duo E6320 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II Neo K325 delivers 44.4 pts/$ vs 223.0 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E6320 — making the Core 2 Duo E6320 the 133.5% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II Neo K325 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60-63% | $163 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $5-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.4 | 223.0+402% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2007 |
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