E2-9000 vs Core i5-540M

E2-9000

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2016

Core i5-540M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.07 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

E2-9000

2 / 2

1,787

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-540M

2 / 4

1,796

+0.5%

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 E2-9000 is positioned at rank 700 and the Core i5-540M is on rank 432, so the Core i5-540M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar E2-9000

#687

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

985%

#688

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

971%

#689

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

891%

#690

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

887%

#691

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

879%

#693

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

849%

#694

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

814%

#695

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

813%

#696

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

791%

#700

E2-9000

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#704

C-60

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#711

Core i7-10850H

MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-540M

#419

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

572%

#420

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

563%

#421

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

517%

#422

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

515%

#423

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

510%

#425

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

493%

#426

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

472%

#427

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

472%

#428

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

459%

#432

Core i5-540M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The E2-9000 (2016) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	E2-9000	Core i5-540M
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-540M (2010) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	E2-9000	Core i5-540M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

E2-9000 Benchmark Check

Core i5-540M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of E2-9000 and Core i5-540M

E2-9000

The E2-9000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: BGA. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,787 points. Launch price was $50.

Core i5-540M

The Core i5-540M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 3.07 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,796 points. Launch price was $257.

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Processing Power

The E2-9000 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-540M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the E2-9000 versus 3.07 GHz on the Core i5-540M — a 33% clock advantage for the Core i5-540M (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2.53 GHz). The E2-9000 uses the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-540M uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the E2-9000 scores 1,787 against the Core i5-540M's 1,796 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-540M.

Feature	E2-9000	Core i5-540M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.2 GHz	3.07 GHz+40%
Base Clock	1.8 GHz	2.53 GHz+41%
L3 Cache	—	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	28 nm-13%	32 nm
Architecture	Stoney Ridge (2016−2019)	Arrandale (2010−2011)
PassMark	1,787	1,796
Geekbench 6 Single	—	300
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	700

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Memory & Platform

The E2-9000 uses the BGA socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-540M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	E2-9000	Core i5-540M
Socket	BGA	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1066
Max RAM Capacity	—	8 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (E2-9000) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-540M). The Core i5-540M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the E2-9000 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-540M targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-540M rivals AMD Turion II Ultra M660.