Athlon X2 BE-2350 vs Athlon II X2 260u
Athlon X2 BE-2350
Athlon II X2 260u
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-2350 is positioned at rank 984 and the Athlon II X2 260u is on rank 873, so the Athlon II X2 260u 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-2350
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 260u
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Brisbane (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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-2350 and Athlon II X2 260u
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.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon X2 BE-2350 and Athlon II X2 260u share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Athlon X2 BE-2350 versus 1.8 GHz on the Athlon II X2 260u — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Athlon X2 BE-2350. The Athlon X2 BE-2350 uses the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon II X2 260u uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X2 BE-2350 scores 975 against the Athlon II X2 260u's 990 — a 1.5% lead for the Athlon II X2 260u. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz+17% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Brisbane (2007−2008) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 975 | 990+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X2 BE-2350 uses the AM2 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon II X2 260u uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Athlon X2 BE-2350 versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 260u — the Athlon II X2 260u supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. 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-2350) and AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 260u).
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | 1333+66550% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon X2 BE-2350) / true (Athlon II X2 260u). Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 260u rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X2 BE-2350 launched at $90 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 260u debuted at $60. At current prices ($10 vs $10), the Athlon II X2 260u is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X2 BE-2350 delivers 97.5 pts/$ vs 99.0 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 260u — making the Athlon II X2 260u the 1.5% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X2 BE-2350 | Athlon II X2 260u |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $90 | $60-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | $10 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.5 | 99.0+2% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2009 |
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