CPU·Budget

Athlon X2 BE-2300

AMD

PassMark

905

MSRP

$100

AVG Price

$80

2009-01-01

45 Watt

Brisbane (2007−2008)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon X2 BE-2300

2 / 2

905

0.0%

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Overview

The Athlon X2 BE-2300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 905 points. Launch price was $149.

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 X2 BE-2300

#955

Core i3-3225

MSRP: $172|Avg: $167

121%

#956

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

119%

#957

Core i3-3220T

MSRP: $149|Avg: $146

118%

#958

Athlon XP 1600+

MSRP: $160|Avg: $15

118%

#959

Athlon II X2 240e

MSRP: $77|Avg: $77

116%

#960

Phenom II X3 710

MSRP: $125|Avg: N/A

113%

#961

Athlon XP 1500+

MSRP: $130|Avg: $15

111%

#962

Core i3-2100T

MSRP: $127|Avg: $127

107%

#963

Athlon XP 1900+

MSRP: $269|Avg: $20

105%

#964

Core 2 Duo E7300

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

103%

#965

Pentium Extreme Edition 965

MSRP: $999|Avg: $100

103%

#966

Phenom II X4 810

MSRP: $175|Avg: N/A

103%

#967

Athlon 64 X2 4200+

MSRP: $581|Avg: $110

101%

#968

Pentium III 1400

MSRP: $250|Avg: $20

101%

#969

Celeron E1400

MSRP: $53|Avg: $63

100%

#970

Athlon X2 BE-2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

100%

#971

Athlon XP 3200+

MSRP: $464|Avg: $40

98%

#972

Sempron 2800+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $29

98%

#973

A8-3820

MSRP: $280|Avg: $200

96%

#974

Athlon XP 2800+

MSRP: $375|Avg: $35

96%

#975

Pentium III 1266S

MSRP: $369|Avg: $20

93%

#976

Athlon XP 2200+

MSRP: $241|Avg: $30

82%

#977

Athlon II X4 635

MSRP: $400|Avg: $250

79%

#978

Athlon XP 2100+

MSRP: $420|Avg: $30

78%

#979

Pentium G4400TE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

77%

#980

Celeron 2.70

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

74%

#981

Phenom X3 8450

MSRP: $145|Avg: $147

73%

#982

Athlon II X4 638

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

71%

#983

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

68%

#984

Core 2 Duo E7200

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

67%

#985

Athlon XP 1800+

MSRP: $252|Avg: $30

66%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon X2 BE-2300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon X2 BE-2300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon X2 BE-2300 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Brisbane (2007−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 905, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon X2 BE-2300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Brisbane (2007−2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	256 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	126 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	154 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	905

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon X2 BE-2300 fits into the AM2 socket and supports PCIe 1.1 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage.

Specification	Athlon X2 BE-2300
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM2
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	DDR2-800
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	16 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 AM2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon X2 BE-2300 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon X2 BE-2300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $80 (MSRP: $100), the Athlon X2 BE-2300 delivers 11 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3337 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon X2 BE-2300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$80
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3337
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2007
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

6 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$149
Release Date	2009-01-01
Architecture Codename	Brisbane (2007−2008)
Performance Ranking Position	3337

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	126 mm2
L1 Cache	256 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	1.9 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	154 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-