CPU·Budget

Athlon II Neo K125

AMD

PassMark

1,491

MSRP

$100

AVG Price

$100

2009-01-01

1 MB

Geneva (2010)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon II Neo K125

1 / 1

1,491

0.0%

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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.

Overview

The Athlon II Neo K125 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Geneva (2010) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.7 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,491 points. Launch price was $149.

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.

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 II Neo K125

#285

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126%

#286

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125%

#287

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124%

#288

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123%

#289

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116%

#290

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112%

#291

Pentium U5600

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112%

#292

Core i7-4810MQ

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108%

#293

Celeron 4305UE

MSRP: $107|Avg: $107

107%

#294

Core i7-10510U

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105%

#295

Athlon PRO 3045B

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103%

#296

Core i7-4710MQ

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103%

#297

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102%

#298

Celeron T3100

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102%

#299

Core 2 Duo E8435

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100%

#300

Athlon II Neo K125

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#301

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

98%

#302

Pentium 8500

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97%

#303

Atom D2500

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97%

#304

Core i3-330E

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95%

#305

Core i7-3630QM

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91%

#306

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

91%

#307

Pentium A1020

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91%

#308

C-30

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90%

#309

Core i5-4300M

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87%

#310

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

87%

#311

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

85%

#312

Core i5-4200M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

84%

#313

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

83%

#314

Celeron 1000M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

83%

#315

Core i7-3612QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon II Neo K125 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon II Neo K125 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II Neo K125 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Geneva (2010) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,491, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon II Neo K125
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.7 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Geneva (2010)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	2000 MHz
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,491

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II Neo K125 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR3 memory at speeds up to DDR3-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Athlon II Neo K125
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Athlon II Neo
SocketMotherboard socket required	S1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR3-800
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 ASB2

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon II Neo K125 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon II Neo K125
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $100, the Athlon II Neo K125 delivers 15 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3523 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon II Neo K125
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$100
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3523
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD