CPU
GPU
Athlon II X2 245e
Celeron G540T
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 G540T is on rank 639, so the Celeron G540T 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 G540T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+181%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) |
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 G540T
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 G540T
The Celeron G540T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,137 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X2 245e and Celeron G540T share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245e versus 2.1 GHz on the Celeron G540T — a 32% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245e (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Athlon II X2 245e uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G540T uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 245e scores 1,141 against the Celeron G540T's 1,137 — a 0.4% lead for the Athlon II X2 245e. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 319 vs 384, a 18.5% lead for the Celeron G540T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 741 vs 655 (12.3% advantage for the Athlon II X2 245e). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 245e vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G540T.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+38% | 2.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+38% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,141 | 1,137 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 319 | 384+20% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 741+13% | 655 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 245e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G540T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The Celeron G540T 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,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Celeron G540T).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| 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 G540T). The Celeron G540T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Athlon II X2 245e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon II X2 245e targets Budget, Celeron G540T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245e rivals Athlon II X2 270u; Celeron G540T rivals Pentium G630T.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X2 245e launched at $87 MSRP, while the Celeron G540T debuted at $42. At current prices ($15 vs $42), the Athlon II X2 245e is $27 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X2 245e delivers 76.1 pts/$ vs 27.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G540T — making the Athlon II X2 245e the 95% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 245e | Celeron G540T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $87 | $42-52% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-64% | $42 |
| Performance per Dollar | 76.1+181% | 27.1 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2011 |
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