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Overview

The Athlon II Neo K145 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Nile (2010) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 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: 565 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon II Neo K145 is positioned at rank #1048 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 II Neo K145

#1035

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2596%

#1036

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2558%

#1037

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2349%

#1038

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2338%

#1039

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2317%

#1041

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2237%

#1042

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2145%

#1043

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2142%

#1044

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2084%

#1047

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

100%

#1048

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#1049

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

99%

#1050

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1051

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

98%

#1052

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

98%

#1053

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

97%

#1055

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

96%

#1056

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

96%

#1057

Core i7-4900MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $40

95%

#1058

Celeron P4505

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

94%

#1059

Pentium Dual Core T2370

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

94%

#1060

Pentium T4200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

94%

#1061

Core i7-2720QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1062

Pentium 2020M

MSRP: $134|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon II Neo K145 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II Neo K145 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Nile (2010) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.8 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 565, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon II Neo K145
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Nile (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	565

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II Neo K145 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 DDR3-1066 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Athlon II Neo K145
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	DDR3-1066
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 K145 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 K145
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $50), the Athlon II Neo K145 delivers 57 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1048 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3537 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon II Neo K145
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$50
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1048
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3537
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2010
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD