CPU
GPU
Celeron G460
Athlon II X2 245e
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 G460 is positioned at rank 586 and the Athlon II X2 245e is on rank 939, so the Celeron G460 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G460
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 245e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 Celeron G460 and Athlon II X2 245e
Celeron G460
The Celeron G460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 December 2011 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 1 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB. L2 cache: 256 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,145 points. Launch price was $65.
Athlon II X2 245e
The Athlon II X2 245e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,141 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Celeron G460 packs 1 cores / 2 threads, while the Athlon II X2 245e offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Athlon II X2 245e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Celeron G460 versus 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245e — a 46.8% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245e (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Celeron G460 uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X2 245e uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G460 scores 1,145 against the Athlon II X2 245e's 1,141 — a 0.3% lead for the Celeron G460. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 319, a 6.1% lead for the Athlon II X2 245e that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 1.5 MB on the Celeron G460 vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X2 245e.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 2 | 2 / 2+100% |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+61% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+61% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,145 | 1,141 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | 319+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 741 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G460 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X2 245e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Celeron G460 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: H61,B65,H67,Z68 (Celeron G460) and 760G,770,780G,785G,790FX,790GX (Athlon II X2 245e).
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G460) vs AMD-V (Athlon II X2 245e). The Celeron G460 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge)), while the Athlon II X2 245e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G460 targets Budget, Athlon II X2 245e targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G460 rivals Pentium G630; Athlon II X2 245e rivals Athlon II X2 270u.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G460 launched at $37 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 245e debuted at $87. At current prices ($10 vs $15), the Celeron G460 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G460 delivers 114.5 pts/$ vs 76.1 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 245e — making the Celeron G460 the 40.3% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G460 | Athlon II X2 245e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37-57% | $87 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-33% | $15 |
| Performance per Dollar | 114.5+50% | 76.1 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2010 |
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