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Overview

The Athlon Gold 3150U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,923 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon Gold 3150U is positioned at rank #774 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 Gold 3150U

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Atom x5-Z8300

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1122%

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Atom Z3735G

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1106%

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Core i5-480M

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1015%

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Core i5-460M

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1010%

#766

Core i5-2540M

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1001%

#768

Core i5-450M

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967%

#769

Core i3-380M

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927%

#770

Core i5-430M

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925%

#771

Core 2 Duo T6600

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901%

#774

Athlon Gold 3150U

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100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon Gold 3150U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon Gold 3150U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon Gold 3150U is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 3,923, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Athlon Gold 3150U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Dali (Zen) (2020)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	96 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	148 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	3,500 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	3,923

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon Gold 3150U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 8 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4 memory at speeds up to DDR4-2400 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 32 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 3 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Athlon Gold 3150U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Picasso (Ryzen 3000 APU)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	8
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR4-2400
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	32 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	AMD Radeon Vega 3
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	AMD FP5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon Gold 3150U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon Gold 3150U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #774 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2025 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon Gold 3150U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#774
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2025
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2020
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries