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Overview

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Congo (2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: ASB1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,331 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is positioned at rank #944 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 Neo X2 L335

#932

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1763%

#933

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1737%

#934

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1595%

#935

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1588%

#936

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1573%

#938

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1519%

#939

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1457%

#940

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1454%

#941

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1415%

#944

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#945

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

100%

#948

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

99%

#949

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#951

Celeron 1020E

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

98%

#954

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

97%

#956

Core i7-4810MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

97%

#959

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon Neo X2 L335 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Congo (2009) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.6 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 1,331, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Congo (2009)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,331

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 fits into the ASB1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR2 memory at speeds up to DDR2-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	2x AMD Athlon Neo
SocketMotherboard socket required	ASB1
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	DDR2
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR2-800
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 ASB1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 512 kB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	512 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $80), the Athlon Neo X2 L335 delivers 89 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #944 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3368 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$80
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	#944
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3368
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD