CPU
GPU
Pentium Dual-Core E2140
Athlon 64 X2 TK-42
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 Pentium Dual-Core E2140 is positioned at rank 978 and the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 is on rank 1019, so the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual-Core E2140
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 X2 TK-42
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium Dual-Core E2140 | Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Tyler (2007−2009) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium Dual-Core E2140 | Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+110%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 Pentium Dual-Core E2140 and Athlon 64 X2 TK-42
Pentium Dual-Core E2140
The Pentium Dual-Core E2140 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 815 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon 64 X2 TK-42
The Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Tyler (2007−2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 775 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 and Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 versus 1.6 GHz on the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 — identical boost frequencies. The Pentium Dual-Core E2140 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 uses Tyler (2007−2009) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 scores 815 against the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42's 775 — a 5% lead for the Pentium Dual-Core E2140.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2140 | Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (total) | 1 MB |
| Process | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Architecture | NetBurst (2000−2006) | Tyler (2007−2009) |
| PassMark | 815+5% | 775 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium Dual-Core E2140 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 uses S1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2140 | Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | S1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Value Analysis
The Pentium Dual-Core E2140 launched at $74 MSRP, while the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 debuted at $60. At current prices ($5 vs $10), the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 delivers 163.0 pts/$ vs 77.5 pts/$ for the Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 — making the Pentium Dual-Core E2140 the 71.1% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium Dual-Core E2140 | Athlon 64 X2 TK-42 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $74 | $60-19% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-50% | $10 |
| Performance per Dollar | 163.0+110% | 77.5 |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2009 |
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