Athlon 64 X2 5600+

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+

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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 5600+ based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,074 Rank: 1830
Rank Name Score Visual
1826 A6-6310 4,076
+0%
1827 Celeron E1400 4,075
+0%
1828 Celeron G460 4,075
+0%
1829 Intel Core i3-350M 4,074
+0%
1830 Athlon 64 X2 5600+ 4,074
1831 Athlon II X2 235e 4,073
+-0%
1832 Turion II Mobile M500 4,072
+-0%
1833 Athlon II P320 4,071
-0.1%
1834 Core 2 Duo L9400 4,071
-0.1%
1835 Phenom II X3 700e 4,071
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Athlon 64 X2 5600+ based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,266 Rank: 1860
Rank Name Score Visual
1856 Pentium T4400 4,267
+0%
1857 Core 2 Duo P8800 4,266
+0%
1858 Atom N2800 4,266
+0%
1859 Core 2 Quad Q9650 4,266
+0%
1860 Athlon 64 X2 5600+ 4,266
1861 A4-9120 4,265
+-0%
1862 Core 2 Duo P9400 4,265
+-0%
1863 Opteron 144 4,265
+-0%
1864 Core i3-2365M 4,264
+-0%
1865 Intel Atom x5-Z8330 4,264
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Athlon 64 X2 5600+ based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,946 Rank: 1802
Rank Name Score Visual
1798 Celeron 3205U 3,947
+0%
1799 Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 3,947
+0%
1800 Intel Core i3-330M 3,946
+0%
1801 Celeron 900 3,946
+0%
1802 Athlon 64 X2 5600+ 3,946
1803 A6-3430MX 3,945
+-0%
1804 Celeron G460 3,944
-0.1%
1805 A4-4300M 3,943
-0.1%
1806 Celeron B815 3,942
-0.1%
1807 A10-5745M 3,942
-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 5600+ based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Athlon 64 X2 5600+ based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Athlon 64 X2 5600+ based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Athlon 64 X2 5600+ Details

For users seeking a budget-friendly dual-core processor with integrated graphics support, the AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ remains a notable option from the mid-2000s era of computing. Launched in December 2006, this processor is built on AMD’s Windsor architecture, a refinement of the original Athlon 64 design, and was designed for desktop systems using the Socket AM2 platform. At the time of its release, it offered a compelling balance of performance and power efficiency for mainstream users, particularly those requiring multitasking capabilities without the need for a high-end CPU.

The Athlon 64 X2 5600+ operates at a base frequency of 2.8 GHz with a 14.5x multiplier and features two cores, each equipped with 512 KB of L2 cache, totaling 1 MB of L2 cache. It runs on a 65 nm process node and has a TDP of 65 W, making it relatively efficient for its class despite being a dual-core design. The processor supports dual-channel memory and is compatible with DDR2 memory types, though it lacks support for ECC memory. It also supports a range of instruction sets, including SSE, SSE2, SSE3, and AMD-V, enabling virtualization and multimedia workloads.

Although it does not include integrated graphics in the CPU itself, certain motherboards equipped with compatible chipsets could provide this functionality, offering flexibility for low-cost builds. The processor’s integrated graphics capability was limited and not intended for modern gaming or graphics-intensive applications, but it was sufficient for basic desktop use and light multimedia tasks.

In terms of performance, the Athlon 64 X2 5600+ achieves an Overall Score of 4074, placing it at #1829 out of 2060 processors in the benchmark database. Its Singlecore Score is 3946, ranking #1800, and its Multicore Score stands at 4266, ranking #1857. These results indicate that while the processor holds its own in single-threaded tasks, its multicore performance is slightly stronger, likely due to the efficiency of its dual-core design. It is outperformed by several modern processors, including Intel’s Celeron and Core 2 Duo series, but it still compares favorably to some lower-end mobile and embedded CPUs.

As of March 2026, the Athlon 64 X2 5600+ is best suited for legacy systems, retro computing enthusiasts, or low-demand applications such as basic office work, web browsing, and light media playback. Its age and lack of support for modern instruction sets like SSE4 make it unsuitable for contemporary gaming or software development. However, for users maintaining older hardware or seeking a cost-effective upgrade path, the Athlon 64 X2 5600+ remains a viable, albeit dated, solution.
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AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Athlon 64 X2 5600+
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2800 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 14.5xx (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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