Athlon II P320
AMD
PassMark
1,776
MSRP
$50
AVG Price
$15
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Athlon II P320 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1g4. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,776 points. Launch price was $149.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon II P320 is positioned at rank #622 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II P320
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Athlon II P320 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Athlon II P320 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.1 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 1,776, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 189, while multi-core reaches 308.
| Specification | Athlon II P320 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 2T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 2.1 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Champlain (2010−2011) |
| 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 | 256 kB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 3200 MHz |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 1,776 |
| Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming | 189 |
| Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance | 308 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II P320 fits into the S1g4 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. Integrated graphics: None — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.
| Specification | Athlon II P320 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Athlon II |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | S1g4 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
| PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion | 0 |
| Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory | 8 GB |
| RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel | 2 |
| ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption | No |
| Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor | None |
| Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU | M880G |
Advanced Features
The Athlon II P320 is primarily designed for Laptop. Virtualization: AMD-V — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads). Its primary market competitor is the Pentium P6000.
| Specification | Athlon II P320 |
|---|---|
| Primary Use CaseIntended workload category | Laptop |
| OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased | 🔒 Locked |
| AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads | ❌ Not Supported |
| VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology | AMD-V |
| Direct CompetitorMarket equivalent from rival manufacturer | Pentium P6000 |
Power & Cooling
The Athlon II P320 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. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately. Recommended cooling: None.
| Specification | Athlon II P320 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 1 MB |
| Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box | None |
| Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution | None |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $50), the Athlon II P320 delivers 118 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #622 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3233 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Athlon II P320 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $50 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $15 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking | #622 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3233 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2009-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
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