AMD Athlon II X2 235e
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Released
Q3/2009
AMD Athlon II X2 235e

Processor AMD Athlon II X2 235e, specifications and benchmarks

The AMD Athlon II X2 235e processor is installed in AM3 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.70 GHz. The AMD Athlon II X2 235e has a total of 2 / 2 cores. Release date: Q3/2009. TDP is 45 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Athlon II X2 235e processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Athlon II X2 235e.

AMD Athlon II X2 235e Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Family
  • CPU group
    AMD Athlon II X2 (Propus)
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server
  • Generation
    1
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Athlon II X2 235e. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • CPU Cores / Threads
    2 / 2
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • Cores
    2x
  • Hyperthreading / SMT
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Frequency
    2.70 GHz
  • Turbo Frequency (1 Core)
    --
  • Turbo Frequency (2 Cores)
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
  • Shader
  • Max. GPU Memory
    --
  • Max. displays
  • Generation
  • Direct X
    --
  • Technology
  • Release date
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • VP9
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    No
  • VC-1
    No
  • JPEG
    No
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-1333
  • Max. Memory
    16 GB
  • Memory channels
    2
  • Bandwidth
    --
  • ECC
    No
  • PCIe
    2.0
  • AES-NI
    No
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    45 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    MMX, 3DNow!, SSE3, SSE4a
  • L2-Cache
    2.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    --
  • Architecture
    Propus
  • Documents
    --
  • Technology
    45 nm
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V
  • Socket
    AM3
  • Release date
    Q3/2009
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Athlon II X2 235e CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1297 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1444 place

AMD Athlon II X2 235e Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Athlon II X2 235e with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
359
358
357
356
AMD Athlon II X2 235e
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
697
697
694
689
AMD Athlon II X2 235e

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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