CPU
GPU
C-60
Athlon II X3 415e
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 C-60 is positioned at rank 704 and the Athlon II X3 415e is on rank 798, so the C-60 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar C-60
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 415e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ontario (2011−2012) / 40 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 C-60 and Athlon II X3 415e
C-60
The C-60 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 August 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 1.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR3 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,483 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon II X3 415e
The Athlon II X3 415e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,481 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
The C-60 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X3 415e offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Athlon II X3 415e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.33 GHz on the C-60 versus 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II X3 415e — a 61.1% clock advantage for the Athlon II X3 415e (base: 1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The C-60 uses the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture (40 nm), while the Athlon II X3 415e uses Rana (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the C-60 scores 1,483 against the Athlon II X3 415e's 1,481 — a 0.1% lead for the C-60. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 1.33 GHz | 2.5 GHz+88% |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 2.5 GHz+150% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 40 nm-11% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Ontario (2011−2012) | Rana (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,483 | 1,481 |
Memory & Platform
The C-60 uses the FT1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X3 415e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Athlon II X3 415e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (C-60) vs 2 (Athlon II X3 415e). PCIe lanes: 4 (C-60) vs 0 (Athlon II X3 415e) — the C-60 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD BGA413 (C-60) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X3 415e).
| Feature | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT1 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 32 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
The C-60 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6290), while the Athlon II X3 415e requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6290 | — |
Value Analysis
The C-60 launched at $50 MSRP, while the Athlon II X3 415e debuted at $75. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Athlon II X3 415e is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the C-60 delivers 74.2 pts/$ vs 98.7 pts/$ for the Athlon II X3 415e — making the Athlon II X3 415e the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | C-60 | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-33% | $75 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.2 | 98.7+33% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2010 |
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