Phenom X3 8450 vs Athlon II X2 255

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1221

Passmark Score

1210

Performance Difference

Phenom X3 8450 is 0.9% faster than Athlon II X2 255

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Phenom X3 8450 performs 0.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Phenom X3 8450 and Athlon II X2 255.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Phenom X3 8450 and Athlon II X2 255

AMD

Phenom X3 8450

The Phenom X3 8450 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Abril 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Toliman (2008) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,221 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Release Date:Abril 2008 (17 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Toliman (2008)
Performance Ranking Position:2935

Technical Specifications

Cores:3
Threads:3
Die Size:285 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:2 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Transistor Count:450 million
Process Technology:65 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM2+
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

AMD

Athlon II X2 255

The Athlon II X2 255 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,210 points. Launch price was $60.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$60
Release Date:25 January 2010 (15 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Regor (2009−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2942

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:117 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB
L2 Cache:1 MB
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:3.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:410 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3

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