CPU
GPU
Athlon II X2 245e
Athlon II X2 245
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 245e is positioned at rank 939 and the Athlon II X2 245 is on rank 862, 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 245e
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 245
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 245e and Athlon II X2 245
Athlon II X2 245e
The Athlon II X2 245e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 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: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,141 points. Launch price was $80.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X2 245e and Athlon II X2 245 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245e versus 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). Both are built on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture using a 45 nm process. In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 245e scores 1,141 against the Athlon II X2 245's 1,134 — a 0.6% lead for the Athlon II X2 245e. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,141 | 1,134 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 319 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 741 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM3 socket with PCIe 2.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X2 245e versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 245 — 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 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: 760G,770,780G,785G,790FX,790GX (Athlon II X2 245e) and AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 245).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II X2 245e) vs true (Athlon II X2 245). Primary use case: Athlon II X2 245e targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245e rivals Athlon II X2 270u; Athlon II X2 245 rivals Pentium E5500.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 245e launched at $87 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 245 debuted at $66. At current prices ($15 vs $15), the Athlon II X2 245 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 245e delivers 76.1 pts/$ vs 75.6 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 245 — making the Athlon II X2 245e the 0.6% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $87 | $66-24% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 76.1 | 75.6 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2009 |
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