FX-6300 vs Athlon 200GE
FX-6300
Athlon 200GE
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. The FX-6300 is positioned at rank #579 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-6300
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+15%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 FX-6300 and Athlon 200GE
FX-6300
The FX-6300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 4,137 points. Launch price was $132.
Athlon 200GE
The Athlon 200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,105 points. Launch price was $55.
Processing Power
The FX-6300 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Athlon 200GE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-6300 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the FX-6300 versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon 200GE — a 17.1% clock advantage for the FX-6300 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The FX-6300 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 200GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6300 scores 4,137 against the Athlon 200GE's 4,105 — a 0.8% lead for the FX-6300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 534 vs 878, a 48.7% lead for the Athlon 200GE that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8192 kB on the FX-6300 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 200GE.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+19% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+9% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6144 kB+1100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,137 | 4,105 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 302 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 534 | 878+64% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,838 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6300 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the FX-6300 versus DDR4-2666 on the Athlon 200GE — the Athlon 200GE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Athlon 200GE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (FX-6300) vs 8 (Athlon 200GE) — the Athlon 200GE offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 990FX,AMD 970 (FX-6300) and AM4 (Athlon 200GE).
| Feature | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-2666+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 8 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Athlon 200GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the FX-6300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 200GE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon 200GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The FX-6300 launched at $132 MSRP, while the Athlon 200GE debuted at $55. At current prices ($35 vs $40), the FX-6300 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6300 delivers 118.2 pts/$ vs 102.6 pts/$ for the Athlon 200GE — making the FX-6300 the 14.1% better value option.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $132 | $55-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-13% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 118.2+15% | 102.6 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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