Athlon II X2 215 vs Celeron Dual-Core T3300
Athlon II X2 215
Celeron Dual-Core T3300
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 X2 215 is positioned at rank 739 and the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 is on rank 1038, so the Athlon II X2 215 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 X2 215
Performance Per Dollar Celeron Dual-Core T3300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+202%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 X2 215 and Celeron Dual-Core T3300
Athlon II X2 215
The Athlon II X2 215 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,011 points. Launch price was $45.
Celeron Dual-Core T3300
The Celeron Dual-Core T3300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X2 215 and Celeron Dual-Core T3300 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Athlon II X2 215 versus 2 GHz on the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 215. The Athlon II X2 215 uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 215 scores 1,011 against the Celeron Dual-Core T3300's 1,005 — a 0.6% lead for the Athlon II X2 215. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 274 vs 300, a 9.1% lead for the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 674 vs 520 (25.8% advantage for the Athlon II X2 215).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz+35% | 2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,011 | 1,005 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 274 | 300+9% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 674+30% | 520 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 215 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 uses P (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Athlon II X2 215 versus DDR3-800 on the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 — the Athlon II X2 215 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon II X2 215 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. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 215) and GL40,GM45,GS45 (Celeron Dual-Core T3300).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | P |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333+44333% | DDR3-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 8 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Athlon II X2 215) vs No (Celeron Dual-Core T3300). Primary use case: Athlon II X2 215 targets Budget, Celeron Dual-Core T3300 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 215 rivals Pentium E5400; Celeron Dual-Core T3300 rivals Pentium T4200.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | No |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 215 launched at $45 MSRP, while the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 debuted at $86. At current prices ($10 vs $30), the Athlon II X2 215 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 215 delivers 101.1 pts/$ vs 33.5 pts/$ for the Celeron Dual-Core T3300 — making the Athlon II X2 215 the 100.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 215 | Celeron Dual-Core T3300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45-48% | $86 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-67% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.1+202% | 33.5 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2010 |
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