CPU
GPU
Athlon XP 2400+
Athlon XP 2100+
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 XP 2400+ is positioned at rank 1109 and the Athlon XP 2100+ is on rank 1139, so the Athlon XP 2400+ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon XP 2400+
Performance Per Dollar Athlon XP 2100+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon XP 2400+ | Athlon XP 2100+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thorton (2001−2003) / 130 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Thoroughbred (2001−2002) / 180 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon XP 2400+ | Athlon XP 2100+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+245%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon XP 2400+ and Athlon XP 2100+
Athlon XP 2400+
The Athlon XP 2400+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Agosto 2002 (23 years ago). It is based on the Thorton (2001−2003) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: A. Thermal design power (TDP): 68 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 305 points. Launch price was $90.
Athlon XP 2100+
The Athlon XP 2100+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Thoroughbred (2001−2002) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.73 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 180 nm process technology. Socket: A. Thermal design power (TDP): 72 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 265 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon XP 2400+ and Athlon XP 2100+ share an identical 1-core/1-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Athlon XP 2400+ versus 1.73 GHz on the Athlon XP 2100+ — a 14.5% clock advantage for the Athlon XP 2400+. The Athlon XP 2400+ uses the Thorton (2001−2003) architecture (130 nm), while the Athlon XP 2100+ uses Thoroughbred (2001−2002) (180 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon XP 2400+ scores 305 against the Athlon XP 2100+'s 265 — a 14% lead for the Athlon XP 2400+. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Athlon XP 2400+ | Athlon XP 2100+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz+16% | 1.73 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB | 256 kB |
| Process | 130 nm-28% | 180 nm |
| Architecture | Thorton (2001−2003) | Thoroughbred (2001−2002) |
| PassMark | 305+15% | 265 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the A socket with PCIe 1.1. Both support up to DDR-266 memory speed. Both support up to 4 GB of RAM. Both feature 1-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 0 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD Socket A (Athlon XP 2400+) and AMD Socket A (Athlon XP 2100+).
| Feature | Athlon XP 2400+ | Athlon XP 2100+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | A | A |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR-266 | DDR-266 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 0 |
Value Analysis
The Athlon XP 2400+ launched at $193 MSRP, while the Athlon XP 2100+ debuted at $420. At current prices ($10 vs $30), the Athlon XP 2400+ is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon XP 2400+ delivers 30.5 pts/$ vs 8.8 pts/$ for the Athlon XP 2100+ — making the Athlon XP 2400+ the 110.2% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon XP 2400+ | Athlon XP 2100+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $193-54% | $420 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-67% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.5+247% | 8.8 |
| Release Date | 2002 | 2001 |
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