FX-8100 vs Athlon 200GE
FX-8100
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-8100 is positioned at rank #928 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-8100
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-8100 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-8100 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FX-8100 and Athlon 200GE
FX-8100
The FX-8100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,095 points. Launch price was $69.
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-8100 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Athlon 200GE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-8100 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the FX-8100 versus 3.2 GHz on the Athlon 200GE — a 14.5% clock advantage for the FX-8100 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The FX-8100 uses the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 200GE uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8100 scores 4,095 against the Athlon 200GE's 4,105 — a 0.2% lead for the Athlon 200GE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 455 vs 878, a 63.5% lead for the Athlon 200GE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,621 vs 1,838 (12.5% advantage for the Athlon 200GE). L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the FX-8100 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 200GE.
| Feature | FX-8100 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+300% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+16% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.2 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+1500% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Zambezi (2011−2012) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,095 | 4,105 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 302 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 455 | 878+93% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,621 | 1,838+13% |
Memory & Platform
The FX-8100 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-8100 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 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (FX-8100) vs 8 (Athlon 200GE) — the Athlon 200GE offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 990FX,AMD 970 (FX-8100) and AM4 (Athlon 200GE).
| Feature | FX-8100 | 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 | 16 GB | 64 GB+300% |
| 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-8100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Athlon 200GE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Athlon 200GE rivals Pentium Gold G5400.
| Feature | FX-8100 | 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-8100 launched at $300 MSRP, while the Athlon 200GE debuted at $55. At current prices ($50 vs $40), the Athlon 200GE is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8100 delivers 81.9 pts/$ vs 102.6 pts/$ for the Athlon 200GE — making the Athlon 200GE the 22.5% better value option.
| Feature | FX-8100 | Athlon 200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $55-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $40-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.9 | 102.6+25% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2018 |
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