CPU
GPU
Athlon II X4 600e
Athlon 5350
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 X4 600e is positioned at rank 842 and the Athlon 5350 is on rank 564, so the Athlon 5350 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 X4 600e
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 5350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 X4 600e and Athlon 5350
Athlon II X4 600e
The Athlon II X4 600e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,795 points. Launch price was $130.
Athlon 5350
The Athlon 5350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.05 GHz, with boost up to 2.05 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,796 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X4 600e and Athlon 5350 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Athlon II X4 600e versus 2.05 GHz on the Athlon 5350 — a 7.1% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 600e (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.05 GHz). The Athlon II X4 600e uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Athlon 5350 uses Kabini (2013−2014) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 600e scores 1,795 against the Athlon 5350's 1,796 — a 0.1% lead for the Athlon 5350.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz+7% | 2.05 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+7% | 2.05 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Kabini (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 1,795 | 1,796 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 223 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 708 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 600e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 5350 uses AM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 600e versus 1600 on the Athlon 5350 — the Athlon 5350 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Athlon II X4 600e) vs 1 (Athlon 5350). PCIe lanes: 16 (Athlon II X4 600e) vs 8 (Athlon 5350) — the Athlon II X4 600e offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Socket AM3 (Athlon II X4 600e) and AM1 (Athlon 5350).
| Feature | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | AM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II X4 600e) vs true (Athlon 5350). The Athlon 5350 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R3 Graphics), while the Athlon II X4 600e requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon 5350 rivals Pentium J2900.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R3 Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 600e launched at $100 MSRP, while the Athlon 5350 debuted at $55. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Athlon 5350 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X4 600e delivers 89.8 pts/$ vs 119.7 pts/$ for the Athlon 5350 — making the Athlon 5350 the 28.6% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 600e | Athlon 5350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $55-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 89.8 | 119.7+33% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2014 |
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