CPU
GPU
Celeron N3160
Athlon 64 FX-60
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 N3160 is positioned at rank 697 and the Athlon 64 FX-60 is on rank 1119, so the Celeron N3160 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3160
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 FX-60
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N3160 | Athlon 64 FX-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,000) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Braswell (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Toledo (2006) / 90 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N3160 | Athlon 64 FX-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,000) |
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 N3160 and Athlon 64 FX-60
Celeron N3160
The Celeron N3160 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.24 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,195 points. Launch price was $107.
Athlon 64 FX-60
The Athlon 64 FX-60 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Toledo (2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 939. Thermal design power (TDP): 110 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,205 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Celeron N3160 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon 64 FX-60 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Celeron N3160 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.24 GHz on the Celeron N3160 versus 2.6 GHz on the Athlon 64 FX-60 — a 14.9% clock advantage for the Athlon 64 FX-60. The Celeron N3160 uses the Braswell (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon 64 FX-60 uses Toledo (2006) (90 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3160 scores 1,195 against the Athlon 64 FX-60's 1,205 — a 0.8% lead for the Athlon 64 FX-60. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Celeron N3160 | Athlon 64 FX-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.24 GHz | 2.6 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| Process | 14 nm-84% | 90 nm |
| Architecture | Braswell (2015−2016) | Toledo (2006) |
| PassMark | 1,195 | 1,205 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 480 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N3160 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon 64 FX-60 uses 939 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Celeron N3160 versus DDR-400 on the Athlon 64 FX-60 — the Celeron N3160 supports 333.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron N3160 supports up to 8 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron N3160) vs 0 (Athlon 64 FX-60) — the Celeron N3160 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FCBGA1170 (Celeron N3160) and nForce4,K8T890 (Athlon 64 FX-60).
| Feature | Celeron N3160 | Athlon 64 FX-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | 939 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+173% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600 | DDR-400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 4 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon 64 FX-60 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (Celeron N3160) vs None (Athlon 64 FX-60). The Celeron N3160 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 400), while the Athlon 64 FX-60 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 64 FX-60 targets Gaming/Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Celeron N3160 rivals AMD E2-9010.
| Feature | Celeron N3160 | Athlon 64 FX-60 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 400 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | None |
| Target Use | — | Gaming/Enthusiast |
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