CPU
GPU
Athlon II X2 245e
Celeron G460
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 Celeron G460 is on rank 586, so the Celeron G460 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 Celeron G460
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 Celeron G460
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.
Celeron G460
The Celeron G460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 December 2011 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,145 points. Launch price was $65.
Processing Power
The Athlon II X2 245e packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron G460 offers 1 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X2 245e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245e versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron G460 — a 46.8% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245e (base: 2.9 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Athlon II X2 245e uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G460 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 245e scores 1,141 against the Celeron G460's 1,145 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G460. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 319 vs 300, a 6.1% lead for the Athlon II X2 245e that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 245e vs 1.5 MB on the Celeron G460.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+61% | 1.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+61% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 1.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,141 | 1,145 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 319+6% | 300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 741 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 245e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G460 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Celeron G460 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: 760G,770,780G,785G,790FX,790GX (Athlon II X2 245e) and H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G460).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II X2 245e) vs VT-x (Celeron G460). The Celeron G460 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Athlon II X2 245e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon II X2 245e targets Budget, Celeron G460 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245e rivals Athlon II X2 270u; Celeron G460 rivals Pentium G630.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 245e launched at $87 MSRP, while the Celeron G460 debuted at $37. At current prices ($15 vs $10), the Celeron G460 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 245e delivers 76.1 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G460 — making the Celeron G460 the 40.3% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G460 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $87 | $37-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $10-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 76.1 | 114.5+50% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2011 |
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