Athlon X2 BE-2300 vs Athlon X2 BE-2350
Athlon X2 BE-2300
Athlon X2 BE-2350
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 X2 BE-2300 is positioned at rank 1011 and the Athlon X2 BE-2350 is on rank 984, so the Athlon X2 BE-2350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X2 BE-2300
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X2 BE-2350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X2 BE-2300 | Athlon X2 BE-2350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Brisbane (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Brisbane (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X2 BE-2300 | Athlon X2 BE-2350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+762%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 X2 BE-2300 and Athlon X2 BE-2350
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.
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.
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.
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2300 | Athlon 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% |
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).
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2300 | Athlon 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 | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X2 BE-2300 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Athlon X2 BE-2350 debuted at $90. At current prices ($80 vs $10), the Athlon X2 BE-2350 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X2 BE-2300 delivers 11.3 pts/$ vs 97.5 pts/$ for the Athlon X2 BE-2350 — making the Athlon X2 BE-2350 the 158.4% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2300 | Athlon X2 BE-2350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $90-10% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $10-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.3 | 97.5+763% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2007 |
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