Athlon II X2 245 vs Core 2 Duo E6320
Athlon II X2 245
Core 2 Duo E6320
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 245 is positioned at rank 862 and the Core 2 Duo E6320 is on rank 1051, so the Athlon II X2 245 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 245
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E6320
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($5) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+195%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ 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 X2 245 and Core 2 Duo E6320
Athlon II X2 245
The Athlon II X2 245 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,134 points. Launch price was $35.
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 X2 245 and Core 2 Duo E6320 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245 versus 1.86 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E6320 — a 43.7% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 1.86 GHz). The Athlon II X2 245 uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the Core 2 Duo E6320 uses Conroe (2006−2007) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 245 scores 1,134 against the Core 2 Duo E6320's 1,115 — a 1.7% lead for the Athlon II X2 245. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+56% | 1.86 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+56% | 1.86 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Conroe (2006−2007) |
| PassMark | 1,134+2% | 1,115 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 245 uses the AM3 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 1333 on the Athlon II X2 245 versus 1066 on the Core 2 Duo E6320 — the Athlon II X2 245 supports 22.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X2 245) vs 16 (Core 2 Duo E6320) — the Core 2 Duo E6320 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 245) and P35,G31,G33,P45 (Core 2 Duo E6320).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333+25% | 1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245 rivals Pentium E5500; Core 2 Duo E6320 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4200+.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 245 launched at $66 MSRP, while the Core 2 Duo E6320 debuted at $163. At current prices ($15 vs $5), the Core 2 Duo E6320 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 245 delivers 75.6 pts/$ vs 223.0 pts/$ for the Core 2 Duo E6320 — making the Core 2 Duo E6320 the 98.7% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | Core 2 Duo E6320 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $66-60% | $163 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $5-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 75.6 | 223.0+195% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2007 |
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