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Overview

The Athlon 64 3000+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago). It is based on the Clawhammer (2001−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 450 points. Launch price was $65.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon 64 3000+ is positioned at rank #1095 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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

Performance Per Dollar Athlon 64 3000+

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

103217%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

97530%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

70815%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

21333%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

16898%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

14783%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

8467%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

8356%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

7609%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

7608%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

7523%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

7320%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

7218%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

7188%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

7123%

#1095

Athlon 64 3000+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $10

100%

#1096

Athlon XP 3100+

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

94%

#1097

Athlon 64 3300+

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

86%

#1098

Athlon 64 2800+

MSRP: $178|Avg: $15

78%

#1099

Athlon 64 3700+

MSRP: $272|Avg: $20

76%

#1100

Athlon 64 FX-72

MSRP: $799|Avg: $40

75%

#1101

Athlon 64 X2 4200+

MSRP: $581|Avg: $110

72%

#1102

Athlon 64 3500+

MSRP: $272|Avg: $10

70%

#1103

Pentium D 830

MSRP: $316|Avg: $20

65%

#1104

Pentium D 960

MSRP: $523|Avg: $15

64%

#1105

Athlon XP 2500+

MSRP: $172|Avg: $15

62%

#1106

Athlon 64 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $10

61%

#1107

Pentium 4 2.53

MSRP: $193|Avg: $13

59%

#1108

Pentium 4 2.40

MSRP: $193|Avg: $193

56%

#1109

Athlon XP 2400+

MSRP: $193|Avg: $10

52%

#1110

Pentium D 950

MSRP: $637|Avg: $10

49%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon 64 3000+ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon 64 3000+ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon 64 3000+ is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Clawhammer (2001−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512K of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 450, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon 64 3000+
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Clawhammer (2001−2005)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512K
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	193 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	154 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	450

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon 64 3000+ fits into the 754 socket and supports PCIe 1.1 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage.

Specification	Athlon 64 3000+
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	754
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 1.1
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	0
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR-400
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	4 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	AMD 939
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon 64 3000+ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 89 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon 64 3000+
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	89 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $149), the Athlon 64 3000+ delivers 45 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1095 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3491 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon 64 3000+
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$149
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$65
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1095
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3491
Release DateLaunch date	Janeiro 2001 (24 years ago)
Release Year	2001
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD