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Overview

The Athlon Silver 3050e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,979 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon Silver 3050e is positioned at rank #699 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 Silver 3050e

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Atom x5-Z8300

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985%

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Atom Z3735G

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970%

#689

Core i5-480M

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891%

#690

Core i5-460M

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887%

#691

Core i5-2540M

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879%

#693

Core i5-450M

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849%

#694

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

814%

#695

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

812%

#696

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

791%

#699

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

100%

#704

C-60

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100%

#712

Core i7-10850H

MSRP: $395|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon Silver 3050e across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon Silver 3050e specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon Silver 3050e is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Dali (Zen) (2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 1.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 192 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,979, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 758, while multi-core reaches 1,494. Cinebench R23 multi-core (measuring sustained rendering workload performance) scores 1,175.

Specification	Athlon Silver 3050e
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Dali (Zen) (2020)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	192 kB
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,979
Cinebench R23 MultiSustained multi-core rendering performance	1,175
Geekbench 6 SingleSingle-core performance — most relevant for gaming	758
Geekbench 6 MultiMulti-core parallel workload performance	1,494

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon Silver 3050e fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 8 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4 memory at speeds up to 2400 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 32 across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: Radeon Vega 3 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Athlon Silver 3050e
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Raven Ridge (Ryzen 2000 APU)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	8
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	2400
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	32
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	Radeon Vega 3
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	Dalí

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	Athlon Silver 3050e
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	true

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon Silver 3050e has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1 MB + 4 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. It ships with the false stock cooler. Recommended cooling: Passive / Stock.

Specification	Athlon Silver 3050e
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	1 MB + 4 MB
Included CoolerStock cooler bundled in the box	false
Recommended CoolerSuggested aftermarket cooling solution	Passive / Stock

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $60 (MSRP: $100), the Athlon Silver 3050e delivers 50 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #699 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2263 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon Silver 3050e
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$60
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#699
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2263
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2020
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD