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Overview

The Athlon II X4 641 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,313 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 II X4 641

#892

Core i7-5930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $410

112%

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Phenom II X3 720

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110%

#894

Sempron 3100+

MSRP: $65|Avg: $15

109%

#895

Core i7-3770S

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

109%

#896

A10 PRO-7850B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $140

108%

#897

Pentium G4620

MSRP: $86|Avg: $154

108%

#898

Core i3-4370T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

107%

#899

Sempron 3600+

MSRP: $105|Avg: $20

107%

#900

Core i7-860S

MSRP: $299|Avg: $96

107%

#901

Pentium E6600

MSRP: $84|Avg: $50

105%

#902

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

105%

#903

Core 2 Duo E7600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $50

101%

#904

Pentium G620T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $90

101%

#905

A12-9800E

MSRP: $426|Avg: $150

100%

#906

FX-4350

MSRP: $122|Avg: $140

100%

#907

Athlon II X4 641

MSRP: $102|Avg: $102

100%

#908

Core i7-970

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $289

100%

#909

Athlon 64 4000+

MSRP: $482|Avg: $30

99%

#910

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

98%

#911

Pentium G2140

MSRP: $100|Avg: $95

97%

#912

Phenom II X3 705e

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $69

97%

#913

Pentium Extreme Edition 955

MSRP: $999|Avg: $50

97%

#914

Phenom II X6 1100T BE

MSRP: $265|Avg: N/A

96%

#915

Athlon XP 2500+

MSRP: $172|Avg: $15

94%

#916

Athlon XP 3100+

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

94%

#917

Sempron LE-1250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

93%

#918

A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: N/A

92%

#919

Pentium G2030

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

92%

#920

Pentium G2020T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

91%

#921

Pentium E5400

MSRP: $55|Avg: $49

91%

#922

Core i3-9300T

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon II X4 641 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon II X4 641 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon II X4 641 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 128 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,313, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon II X4 641
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Llano (2011−2012)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	228 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,178 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,313

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon II X4 641 fits into the FM1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 16 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR3 memory at speeds up to DDR3-1866 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 64 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Athlon II X4 641
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FM1
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	16
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR3-1866
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	64 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 FM1
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon II X4 641 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 100 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon II X4 641
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	100 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $102, the Athlon II X4 641 delivers 23 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2459 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon II X4 641
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$102
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$102
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2459
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2012
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD