E2-3800 vs Athlon II X2 245
E2-3800
Athlon II X2 245
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 E2-3800 is positioned at rank 1047 and the Athlon II X2 245 is on rank 862, so the Athlon II X2 245 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar E2-3800
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X2 245
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Regor (2009−2013) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 E2-3800 and Athlon II X2 245
E2-3800
The E2-3800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,136 points. Launch price was $50.
Athlon II X2 245
The Athlon II X2 245 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2009 (16 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: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,134 points. Launch price was $35.
Processing Power
The E2-3800 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X2 245 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the E2-3800 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the E2-3800 versus 2.9 GHz on the Athlon II X2 245 — a 76.2% clock advantage for the Athlon II X2 245. The E2-3800 uses the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Athlon II X2 245 uses Regor (2009−2013) (45 nm). In PassMark, the E2-3800 scores 1,136 against the Athlon II X2 245's 1,134 — a 0.2% lead for the E2-3800.
| Feature | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.9 GHz+123% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB | 2 MB |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kabini (2013−2014) | Regor (2009−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,136 | 1,134 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 136 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 389 | — |
Memory & Platform
The E2-3800 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X2 245 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the E2-3800 versus 1333 on the Athlon II X2 245 — the Athlon II X2 245 supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (E2-3800) vs 2 (Athlon II X2 245). PCIe lanes: 4 (E2-3800) vs 0 (Athlon II X2 245) — the E2-3800 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (E2-3800) and AM2+,AM3 (Athlon II X2 245).
| Feature | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (E2-3800) vs true (Athlon II X2 245). The E2-3800 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8280), while the Athlon II X2 245 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon II X2 245 rivals Pentium E5500.
| Feature | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8280 | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | true |
Value Analysis
The E2-3800 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Athlon II X2 245 debuted at $66. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Athlon II X2 245 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the E2-3800 delivers 56.8 pts/$ vs 75.6 pts/$ for the Athlon II X2 245 — making the Athlon II X2 245 the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | E2-3800 | Athlon II X2 245 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $66-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.8 | 75.6+33% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2009 |
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