CPU
GPU
Athlon PRO 3045B
Celeron G6900TE
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. The Athlon PRO 3045B is positioned at rank #1177 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon PRO 3045B
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G6900TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($64) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Dali (2020−2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+182%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($64) |
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 PRO 3045B and Celeron G6900TE
Athlon PRO 3045B
The Athlon PRO 3045B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Dali (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,770 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron G6900TE
The Celeron G6900TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,782 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Athlon PRO 3045B packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the Celeron G6900TE's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Athlon PRO 3045B versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G6900TE — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Athlon PRO 3045B (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Athlon PRO 3045B uses the Dali (2020−2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron G6900TE uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon PRO 3045B scores 2,770 against the Celeron G6900TE's 2,782 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G6900TE. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.4 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Dali (2020−2021) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 2,770 | 2,782 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,400 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,457 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon PRO 3045B uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Celeron G6900TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Athlon PRO 3045B versus DDR5-4800 on the Celeron G6900TE — the Celeron G6900TE supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G6900TE supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Athlon PRO 3045B) vs 20 (Celeron G6900TE) — the Celeron G6900TE offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD FP5 (Athlon PRO 3045B) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Celeron G6900TE).
| Feature | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 20+150% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon PRO 3045B) / VT-x (Celeron G6900TE). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Vega 3 (Athlon PRO 3045B) and UHD Graphics 710 (Celeron G6900TE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G6900TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G6900TE rivals Pentium Gold G7400T.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Vega 3 | UHD Graphics 710 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Athlon PRO 3045B launched at $426 MSRP, while the Celeron G6900TE debuted at $53. At current prices ($180 vs $64), the Celeron G6900TE is $116 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon PRO 3045B delivers 15.4 pts/$ vs 43.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G6900TE — making the Celeron G6900TE the 95.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon PRO 3045B | Celeron G6900TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $426 | $53-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $64-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.4 | 43.5+182% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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