Athlon II X2 245 vs E2-3800
Athlon II X2 245
E2-3800
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 245 is positioned at rank 862 and the E2-3800 is on rank 1047, 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 E2-3800
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) |
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 E2-3800
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.
E2-3800
The E2-3800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,136 points. Launch price was $50.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X2 245 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the E2-3800 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the E2-3800 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245 versus 1.3 GHz on the E2-3800 — a 76.2% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245. The Athlon II X2 245 uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the E2-3800 uses Kabini (2013−2014) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 245 scores 1,134 against the E2-3800's 1,136 — a 0.2% lead for the E2-3800.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+123% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2048 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Kabini (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,134 | 1,136 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 136 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 389 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 245 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the E2-3800 uses FT3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Athlon II X2 245 versus DDR3-1600 on the E2-3800 — the Athlon II X2 245 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Athlon II X2 245) vs 1 (E2-3800). PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X2 245) vs 4 (E2-3800) — the E2-3800 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 245) and SoC (E2-3800).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FT3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333+44333% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Athlon II X2 245) vs Yes (E2-3800). The E2-3800 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8280), while the Athlon II X2 245 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245 rivals Pentium E5500.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon HD 8280 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 245 launched at $66 MSRP, while the E2-3800 debuted at $100. At current prices ($15 vs $20), the Athlon II X2 245 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 245 delivers 75.6 pts/$ vs 56.8 pts/$ for the E2-3800 — making the Athlon II X2 245 the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245 | E2-3800 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $66-34% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-25% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 75.6+33% | 56.8 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2013 |
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