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Overview

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Congo (2009) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: ASB1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,331 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 Neo X2 L335

#82

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

118%

#83

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

117%

#84

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

114%

#85

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

111%

#86

Core 2 Solo SU3500

MSRP: $262|Avg: $15

110%

#87

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

109%

#88

Core i3-1220P

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

109%

#89

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

108%

#90

Pentium P6200

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

108%

#91

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

107%

#92

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

107%

#93

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

106%

#94

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

104%

#95

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

104%

#96

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

102%

#97

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#98

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

100%

#99

Celeron M 743

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#100

Pro A8-8600B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#101

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#102

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

98%

#103

Core Solo T1400

MSRP: $200|Avg: $5

96%

#104

Celeron Dual-Core T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#105

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#106

Core 2 Duo T9300

MSRP: $316|Avg: $20

94%

#107

Ryzen 9 5900HX

MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A

94%

#108

Core i5-3210M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

93%

#109

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A

93%

#110

Core M-5Y10

MSRP: $281|Avg: $20

93%

#111

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

93%

#112

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon Neo X2 L335 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon Neo X2 L335 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Congo (2009) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,331, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Congo (2009)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	800 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,331

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 fits into the ASB1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0 with 0 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR2 memory at speeds up to DDR2-800 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 4 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth).

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	2x AMD Athlon Neo
SocketMotherboard socket required	ASB1
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	DDR2
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR2-800
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	4 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 ASB1

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon Neo X2 L335 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 512 kB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	512 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $15 (MSRP: $80), the Athlon Neo X2 L335 delivers 89 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #3368 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon Neo X2 L335
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$80
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$15
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3368
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2009
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD