Athlon 64 X2 5400+

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400+

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,089 Rank: 1808
Rank Name Score Visual
1804 Celeron 1007U 4,095
+0.1%
1805 Athlon II X3 400e 4,095
+0.1%
1806 Core i3-2357M 4,094
+0.1%
1807 Pentium 967 4,090
+0%
1808 Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 4,089
1809 Core 2 Duo P7570 4,088
+-0%
1810 Celeron 3855U 4,087
+-0%
1811 E2-9000 4,087
+-0%
1812 Celeron 3205U 4,086
-0.1%
1813 Core 2 Duo E6550 4,084
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,301 Rank: 1753
Rank Name Score Visual
1749 Athlon II M320 4,302
+0%
1750 Celeron N2910 4,302
+0%
1751 Celeron J1900 4,301
+0%
1752 E2-3200 4,301
+0%
1753 Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 4,301
1754 A4-4020 4,300
+-0%
1755 A6-5400K 4,299
+-0%
1756 Pentium E6300 4,299
+-0%
1757 Celeron N2940 4,299
+-0%
1758 Pentium 3556U 4,299
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,947 Rank: 1799
Rank Name Score Visual
1795 Intel Pentium P6300 3,948
+0%
1796 FX-7500 3,948
+0%
1797 Celeron 3855U 3,947
+0%
1798 Celeron 3205U 3,947
+0%
1799 Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 3,947
1800 Intel Core i3-330M 3,946
+-0%
1801 Celeron 900 3,946
+-0%
1802 Athlon 64 X2 5600+ 3,946
+-0%
1803 A6-3430MX 3,945
-0.1%
1804 Celeron G460 3,944
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Athlon 64 X2 5400+ based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Athlon 64 X2 5400+ Details

Ranking #1808 of 2060 in overall performance, the AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400+ remains a relic of early 2000s desktop computing, launched in December 2006 as part of AMD's dual-core Athlon 64 X2 lineup. Despite its age, the processor still holds relevance for retro enthusiasts and users maintaining older systems. Built on the Windsor architecture at a 65 nm process, it features a 2.8 GHz clock speed with a 14x multiplier, delivering a single-core score of 3947 and a multicore score of 4301. While it ranks near the bottom of modern performance benchmarks, its efficiency and compatibility with Socket AM2 systems make it a practical choice for legacy builds.

The Athlon 64 X2 5400+ is a two-core processor with no simultaneous multithreading support, offering a modest 512 KB of L2 cache per core and no integrated graphics—though certain AM2 motherboards with compatible chipsets can provide basic graphics functionality. It operates at a TDP of 65 W, which was standard for its era, though it demands adequate cooling due to its power consumption. The processor supports DDR2 memory via a dual-channel bus, though it lacks support for modern instruction sets like SSE4, limiting its viability in newer software.

Notable features include AMD-V for hardware virtualization, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, and 3DNow! extensions, which were cutting-edge at the time of release. However, its locked clock multiplier and 65 nm fabrication process restrict its overclocking potential and thermal efficiency compared to modern designs. The chip contains 154 million transistors and uses a µPGA package, reflecting the manufacturing standards of its generation.

In comparison to contemporary CPUs, the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ trails far behind current leaders like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, which scores over 12,000 in multicore tests. Even among older processors, it falls behind contemporaries such as the Core 2 Duo L9400 and the FX-7500 in single-core performance. Its overall score of 4089 places it among the lower-tier CPUs in the benchmark database, with only a handful of low-power Celerons and Atom variants scoring lower.

As of March 2026, the Athlon 64 X2 5400+ is best suited for legacy systems, retro gaming, or educational use where modern performance is not required. Its low cost and wide compatibility with AM2 motherboards make it a viable option for budget builds or system upgrades in environments where newer hardware is impractical. While it cannot compete with today's processors in any meaningful way, it serves as a testament to AMD's early efforts in bringing dual-core computing to mainstream desktops.
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AMD Athlon 64 X2 5400+

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Athlon 64 X2 5400+
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2800 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 14x (locked)
Core Name: Brisbane
Socket: Socket AM2
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Die Area: 126 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 AMD-V 3DNow!
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