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Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350

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AMD

Athlon X2 BE-2300

2 Cores2 Thrd45 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2007
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AMD

Athlon X2 BE-2350

2 Cores2 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2007
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Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350 Performance Spectrum

Athlon X2 BE-2300
2 / 2
905
0.0%
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brand logoAthlon 64 3600+
brand logoAthlon 64 FX-55
brand logoAthlon 64 X2 TK-42
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brand logoRyzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
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Athlon X2 BE-2350
2 / 2
975
+7.7%
brand logoAthlon 64 3400+
brand logoAthlon 64 3800+
brand logoAthlon 64 FX-57
brand logoAthlon 64 X2 TK-42
brand logoRyzen 5 8640U
brand logoRyzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
brand logoRyzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
brand logoRyzen Threadripper 3990X

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.

Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

Search any supported game below to compare 1080p FPS for both components.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Among Us

Among Us

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Apex Legends

Apex Legends

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2300
low23 FPS
medium23 FPS
high23 FPS
ultra23 FPS
1080P
Athlon X2 BE-2350
low24 FPS
medium24 FPS
high24 FPS
ultra24 FPS
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Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Athlon X2 BE-2300

2007

Why buy it

    Trade-offs

    • ❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Athlon X2 BE-2350 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
    • ❌Lower PassMark (905 vs 975).
    • ❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 9.1 vs 10.8 PassMark/$ ($100 MSRP vs $90 MSRP).

    Athlon X2 BE-2350

    2007

    Why buy it

    • ✅Better for gaming: +4.2% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
    • ✅Costs $10 less on MSRP ($90 MSRP vs $100 MSRP).
    • ✅Delivers 19.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 10.8 vs 9.1 PassMark/$ ($90 MSRP vs $100 MSRP).

    Trade-offs

    • ❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

    Quick Answers

    So, is Athlon X2 BE-2350 better than Athlon X2 BE-2300?
    Yes. Athlon X2 BE-2350 is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 4.2% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 7.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.
    Which one is better for gaming?
    If gaming is the priority, Athlon X2 BE-2350 is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 4.2% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.
    Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
    For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Athlon X2 BE-2350 is the stronger fit. You are getting 7.7% better PassMark, backed by 2 cores and 2 threads.
    Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
    Athlon X2 BE-2350 is the better buy right now. Athlon X2 BE-2350 comes in $10 cheaper on MSRP at $90 MSRP versus $100 MSRP, and it still gives you a 4.2% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 19.7% better value on MSRP (10.8 vs 9.1 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.
    Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
    Athlon X2 BE-2350 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more multi-core headroom with 2 cores / 2 threads instead of 2/2. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

    Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350 Technical Specifications

    Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

    AMD

    Athlon X2 BE-2300

    The Athlon X2 BE-2300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 905 points. Launch price was $149.

    AMD

    Athlon X2 BE-2350

    The Athlon X2 BE-2350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 975 points. Launch price was $149.

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    Processing Power

    Both the Athlon X2 BE-2300 and Athlon X2 BE-2350 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Athlon X2 BE-2300 versus 2.1 GHz on the Athlon X2 BE-2350 — a 10% clock advantage for the Athlon X2 BE-2350. Both are built on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture using a 65 nm process. In PassMark, the Athlon X2 BE-2300 scores 905 against the Athlon X2 BE-2350's 975 — a 7.4% lead for the Athlon X2 BE-2350. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

    FeatureAthlon X2 BE-2300Athlon X2 BE-2350
    Cores / Threads
    2 / 2
    2 / 2
    Boost Clock
    1.9 GHz
    2.1 GHz+11%
    L3 Cache
    0 kB
    0 kB
    L2 Cache
    512 kB
    512 kB
    Process
    65 nm
    65 nm
    Architecture
    Brisbane (2007−2008)
    Brisbane (2007−2008)
    PassMark
    905
    975+8%
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    Memory & Platform

    Both processors use the AM2 socket with PCIe 1.1. Both support up to DDR2-800 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD AM2 (Athlon X2 BE-2300) and AMD AM2 (Athlon X2 BE-2350).

    FeatureAthlon X2 BE-2300Athlon X2 BE-2350
    Socket
    AM2
    AM2
    PCIe Generation
    PCIe 1.1
    PCIe 1.1
    Max RAM Speed
    DDR2-800
    DDR2-800
    Max RAM Capacity
    16 GB
    16 GB
    RAM Channels
    2
    2
    ECC Support
    No
    No
    PCIe Lanes
    0
    0
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    Value Analysis

    At launch, the Athlon X2 BE-2300 was priced at $100, while the Athlon X2 BE-2350 came in at $90. On launch pricing ($100 vs $90), Athlon X2 BE-2350 was $10 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X2 BE-2300 delivers 9.1 pts/$ vs 10.8 pts/$ for the Athlon X2 BE-2350 — making the Athlon X2 BE-2350 the 17.9% better value option.

    FeatureAthlon X2 BE-2300Athlon X2 BE-2350
    MSRP
    $100
    $90-10%
    Performance per Dollar
    9.1
    10.8+19%
    Release Date
    2007
    2007
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