CPU·Budget

Athlon MP 2800+

AMD

PassMark

380

MSRP

$275

AVG Price

$10

6 May 2003 (22 years ago)

60 Watt

K7 (2000−2004)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon MP 2800+

1 / 1

380

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Overview

The Athlon MP 2800+ is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 May 2003 (22 years ago). It is based on the K7 (2000−2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.13 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 380 points. Launch price was $275.

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 MP 2800+

#270

Xeon 6517P

MSRP: $1195|Avg: $1195

108%

#271

Xeon W-2235

MSRP: $555|Avg: $350

107%

#272

Xeon E5-2667 v2

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

107%

#273

EPYC 9224

MSRP: $1825|Avg: $1199

107%

#274

EPYC 9124

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $1083

106%

#275

EPYC 7402P

MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090

106%

#276

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $1000

106%

#277

EPYC 7502

MSRP: $2600|Avg: $1299

106%

#278

EPYC 4584PX

MSRP: $1517|Avg: $1517

104%

#279

EPYC 7502P

MSRP: $2300|Avg: $1299

104%

#280

EPYC 9255

MSRP: $2495|Avg: $1934

103%

#281

Xeon W-2265

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $663

102%

#282

EPYC 7453

MSRP: $1570|Avg: $1253

102%

#283

Xeon E3-1285 v4

MSRP: $556|Avg: $200

102%

#284

EPYC 7C13

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

100%

#285

Athlon MP 2800+

MSRP: $275|Avg: $10

100%

#286

Xeon w5-2565X

MSRP: $1389|Avg: $1389

99%

#287

Xeon Silver 4416+

MSRP: $1186|Avg: $1176

99%

#288

EPYC 9554

MSRP: $9087|Avg: $2795

98%

#289

Xeon W-1290T

MSRP: $546|Avg: $494

98%

#290

Xeon w5-2545

MSRP: $889|Avg: $1100

98%

#291

Xeon E-2224

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $195

97%

#292

Xeon E5-1620 v3

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

97%

#293

Xeon L3406

MSRP: $189|Avg: $30

97%

#294

Xeon D-1622

MSRP: $195|Avg: $170

96%

#295

EPYC 9334

MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1810

95%

#296

Xeon w3-2525

MSRP: $609|Avg: $800

94%

#297

Xeon w3-2425

MSRP: $529|Avg: $529

93%

#298

Xeon w5-2455X

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $1049

93%

#299

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $1130

93%

#300

Xeon Bronze 3206R

MSRP: $306|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon MP 2800+ across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon MP 2800+ specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon MP 2800+ is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the K7 (2000−2004) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.13 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 380, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon MP 2800+
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.13 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	K7 (2000−2004)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	101 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	54 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	266 MT/s
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	380

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Memory & Platform

It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers.

Specification	Athlon MP 2800+
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	AMD Athlon MP
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-266
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	4 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	1
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	Yes
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	No
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	AMD Socket A
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon MP 2800+ has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 60 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon MP 2800+
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	60 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $275), the Athlon MP 2800+ delivers 38 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3387 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon MP 2800+
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$275
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$275
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3387
Release DateLaunch date	6 May 2003 (22 years ago)
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	server
Series	AMD Athlon MP
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$275
Release Date	6 May 2003 (22 years ago)
Architecture Codename	K7 (2000−2004)
Performance Ranking Position	3387

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	1
Threads	1
Bus Type	FSB
Die Size	101 mm2
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
Bus Speed	266 MT/s
Multiplier	16
Max Frequency	2.13 GHz
64-Bit Support	-
Transistor Count	54 Million
Process Technology	130 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-