E-450
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E-450

AMD

PassMark

1,063

22 August 2011 (14 years ago)
18 Watt
Zacate (2011−2013)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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Overview

The E-450 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: 1.65 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 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,063 points. Launch price was $69.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for E-450 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Among Us

Among Us

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Apex Legends

Apex Legends

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Grand Theft Auto V

Grand Theft Auto V

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Hearts of Iron IV

Hearts of Iron IV

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Hogwarts Legacy

Hogwarts Legacy

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Palworld

Palworld

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of E-450 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The E-450 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 1.65 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 1,063, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationE-450
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost1.65 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designZacate (2011−2013)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient40 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor75 mm2
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleNo
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score1,063
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Memory & Platform

The E-450 fits into the FT1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 Single-channel memory.

SpecificationE-450
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyAMD E-Series
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFT1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR3 Single-channel
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The E-450 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.

SpecificationE-450
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload18 Watt
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3198 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationE-450
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#3198
Release DateLaunch date22 August 2011 (14 years ago)
Release Year2011
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

TypeLaptop
SeriesAMD E-Series
DesignerAMD
Launch Price$69
Release Date22 August 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture CodenameZacate (2011−2013)
Performance Ranking Position3198

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores2
Threads2
Die Size75 mm2
L1 Cache64K (per core)
L2 Cache512K (per core)
L3 Cache0 kB
Max Frequency1.65 GHz
64-Bit Support+
Process Technology40 nm
Windows 11 Compatible-

Compatibility

4 specs

SocketFT1
PCIe GenerationPCIe 2.0
Power Consumption (TDP)18 Watt
Max Processors In Config1

Memory

1 spec

RAM TypesDDR3 Single-channel

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