CPU
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Celeron 1047UE
Athlon 64 FX-55
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 Celeron 1047UE is positioned at rank 1170 and the Athlon 64 FX-55 is on rank 1134, so the Athlon 64 FX-55 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1047UE
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 FX-55
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clawhammer (2001−2005) / 130 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+104%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 Celeron 1047UE and Athlon 64 FX-55
Celeron 1047UE
The Celeron 1047UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 675 points. Launch price was $134.
Athlon 64 FX-55
The Athlon 64 FX-55 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2004 (21 years ago). It is based on the Clawhammer (2001−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 939. Thermal design power (TDP): 104 Watt. Memory support: DDR1 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 690 points. Launch price was $180.
Processing Power
The Celeron 1047UE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon 64 FX-55 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Celeron 1047UE has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.4 GHz on the Celeron 1047UE versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon 64 FX-55 — a 60% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 FX-55. The Celeron 1047UE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon 64 FX-55 uses Clawhammer (2001−2005) (130 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1047UE scores 675 against the Athlon 64 FX-55's 690 — a 2.2% lead for the Athlon 64 FX-55. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Celeron 1047UE vs 0 kB on the Athlon 64 FX-55.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 1.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz+86% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 22 nm-83% | 130 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Clawhammer (2001−2005) |
| PassMark | 675 | 690+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 159 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 293 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1047UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 64 FX-55 uses 939 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1047UE versus DDR1-400 on the Athlon 64 FX-55 — the Celeron 1047UE supports 100% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1047UE supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 1047UE) vs 0 (Athlon 64 FX-55) — the Celeron 1047UE offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: BGA1023 (Celeron 1047UE) and nForce3,nForce4,Xpress 200 (Athlon 64 FX-55).
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | 939 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600+200% | DDR1-400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+300% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Celeron 1047UE) / not specified (Athlon 64 FX-55). The Celeron 1047UE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Athlon 64 FX-55 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1047UE launched at $100 MSRP, while the Athlon 64 FX-55 debuted at $827. At current prices ($100 vs $50), the Athlon 64 FX-55 is $50 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 1047UE delivers 6.8 pts/$ vs 13.8 pts/$ for the Athlon 64 FX-55 — making the Athlon 64 FX-55 the 68.6% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 1047UE | Athlon 64 FX-55 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-88% | $827 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $50-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 13.8+103% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2004 |
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