CPU·Budget

E-300

AMD

PassMark

1,176

MSRP

$60

AVG Price

$20

22 August 2011 (14 years ago)

18 Watt

Zacate (2011−2013)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

E-300

2 / 2

1,176

0.0%

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Overview

The E-300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 August 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zacate (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,176 points. Launch price was $69.

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 E-300

#150

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

110%

#151

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

109%

#152

Pentium Dual Core T2370

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

109%

#153

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

108%

#154

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

107%

#155

Ryzen Embedded R1305G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

107%

#156

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

107%

#157

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

107%

#158

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

105%

#159

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

105%

#160

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

105%

#161

Ryzen 7 7840U

MSRP: $400|Avg: N/A

104%

#162

Core Ultra 5 226V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

104%

#163

Xeon E3-1505M v5

MSRP: $115|Avg: $115

103%

#164

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

102%

#165

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

100%

#166

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

99%

#167

Core Ultra 5 228V

MSRP: $295|Avg: $295

98%

#168

Ryzen 7 PRO 250

MSRP: $400|Avg: $380

98%

#169

Ryzen 7 6800U

MSRP: $360|Avg: N/A

97%

#170

FX-7600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

97%

#171

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#172

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#173

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

#174

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

96%

#175

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

95%

#176

Core i7-12700H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

94%

#177

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

93%

#178

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

93%

#179

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

91%

#180

Atom x7835RE

MSRP: $127|Avg: N/A

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for E-300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of E-300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The E-300 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Zacate (2011−2013) architecture, manufactured on a 40 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,176, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	E-300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Zacate (2011−2013)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	75 mm2
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,176

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Memory & Platform

The E-300 fits into the FT1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR3 memory at speeds up to DDR3-1066 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 8 GB across 1 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: Radeon HD 6310 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	E-300
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD E-Series
SocketMotherboard socket required	FT1
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	DDR3
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR3-1066
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	8 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	1
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	No
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	Radeon HD 6310
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Advanced Features

The E-300 is primarily designed for Budget Mobile. Virtualization: AMD-V — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

Specification	E-300
Primary Use CaseIntended workload category	Budget Mobile
OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased	🔒 Locked
AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads	❌ Not Supported
VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology	AMD-V

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Power & Cooling

The E-300 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 18 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	E-300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	18 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $60), the E-300 delivers 59 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3503 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	E-300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$60
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3503
Release DateLaunch date	22 August 2011 (14 years ago)
Release Year	2011
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.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	AMD E-Series
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$69
Release Date	22 August 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Zacate (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position	3503

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
Die Size	75 mm2
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	1.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Process Technology	40 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-