Athlon II X2 260u vs Celeron 1019Y
Athlon II X2 260u
Celeron 1019Y
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 260u is positioned at rank 873 and the Celeron 1019Y is on rank 441, so the Celeron 1019Y 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 260u
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1019Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X2 260u | Celeron 1019Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X2 260u | Celeron 1019Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 260u and Celeron 1019Y
Athlon II X2 260u
The Athlon II X2 260u is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 990 points. Launch price was $83.
Celeron 1019Y
The Celeron 1019Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,005 points. Launch price was $153.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X2 260u and Celeron 1019Y share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Athlon II X2 260u versus 1 GHz on the Celeron 1019Y — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 260u. The Athlon II X2 260u uses the Regor (2009−2013) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron 1019Y uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X2 260u scores 990 against the Celeron 1019Y's 1,005 — a 1.5% lead for the Celeron 1019Y. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 260u vs 2 MB on the Celeron 1019Y.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 260u | Celeron 1019Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz+80% | 1 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Regor (2009−2013) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 990 | 1,005+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X2 260u uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 1019Y uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1333 on the Athlon II X2 260u versus DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1019Y — the Athlon II X2 260u supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1019Y supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Athlon II X2 260u) vs 16 (Celeron 1019Y) — the Celeron 1019Y offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 260u) and HM77,UM77,HM76,HM75 (Celeron 1019Y).
| Feature | Athlon II X2 260u | Celeron 1019Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333+44333% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 32 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (Athlon II X2 260u) vs VT-x (Celeron 1019Y). The Celeron 1019Y includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Athlon II X2 260u requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron 1019Y targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 260u rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400; Celeron 1019Y rivals Pentium 2117U.
| Feature | Athlon II X2 260u | Celeron 1019Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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