Athlon II P320 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 II P320 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,071 Rank: 1833

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1829	Intel Core i3-350M	4,074	+0.1%
1830	Athlon 64 X2 5600+	4,074	+0.1%
1831	Athlon II X2 235e	4,073	+0%
1832	Turion II Mobile M500	4,072	+0%
1833	Athlon II P320	4,071
1834	Core 2 Duo L9400	4,071	+0%
1835	Phenom II X3 700e	4,071	+0%
1836	Celeron 900	4,069	+-0%
1837	Turion II Neo N54L	4,067	-0.1%
1838	Athlon 5350	4,060	-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Athlon II P320 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,264 Rank: 1866

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
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%
1866	Athlon II P320	4,264
1867	Athlon 64 X2 6000+	4,264	+0%
1868	A4-3305M	4,263	+-0%
1869	Core 2 Duo P8600	4,262	+-0%
1870	Sempron 2200+	4,262	+-0%
1871	Core 2 Duo E4700	4,261	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Athlon II P320 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,942 Rank: 1808

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1804	Celeron G460	3,944	+0.1%
1805	A4-4300M	3,943	+0%
1806	Celeron B815	3,942	+0%
1807	A10-5745M	3,942	+0%
1808	Athlon II P320	3,942
1809	Pentium 4 3.00GHz	3,940	-0.1%
1810	Athlon II X3 400e	3,940	-0.1%
1811	Core 2 Duo T5870	3,939	-0.1%
1812	Athlon II X2 235e	3,939	-0.1%
1813	Athlon II P340	3,938	-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 II P320 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Athlon II P320 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Athlon II P320 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Athlon II P320 Details

Ranking #1833 of 2060 in overall performance, the Athlon II P320 sits firmly in the lower tier of modern CPU benchmarks, with an overall score of 4071. Its single-core performance of 3942 places it at #1806, while its multicore score of 4264 lands it at #1864—indicating a processor that struggles to keep pace with even mid-range contemporary offerings. The Athlon II P320, released well over a decade ago, is now considered a legacy part, and its performance is best suited for basic computing tasks rather than modern workloads. Despite its age, it remains relevant in low-power or embedded systems where minimal processing power suffices.

The processor is built on AMD's older 22 nm process and features a dual-core design with two threads, clocked at a base frequency of 1.5 GHz and capable of boosting to 2.3 GHz under load. It operates within a modest 17 W TDP, making it suitable for thin and light systems or devices where power efficiency is prioritized. The Athlon II P320 uses the FCBGA1023 socket, which is uncommon in modern laptops, and supports DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Cache sizes include 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2, and 2 MB of shared L3 cache.

Integrated graphics are provided by the Intel HD Graphics, which operates at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can burst up to 1000 MHz. This GPU supports up to three display outputs and is sufficient for basic video playback and light multimedia tasks, though it lacks support for modern gaming or GPU-accelerated applications. The processor includes a range of features such as SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AES, and Intel's virtualization extensions (VT-x, VT-d), as well as EIST and TXT, offering a degree of security and power management.

Despite its inclusion of advanced features like AVX2 and AES-NI, the Athlon II P320 is overshadowed by modern processors, even in the low-end segment. It falls far behind current top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen 9 9950X3D, which scores over 8,500 in single-core and nearly 12,000 in multicore benchmarks. Even compared to mid-range processors from the last decade, such as the Core 2 Duo P9400 or the A4-9120, the Athlon II P320 performs similarly or slightly worse. Its primary use case today is in older systems, retro builds, or as a replacement part in low-demand environments.

As of March 2026, the Athlon II P320 serves as a reminder of a bygone era in computing—efficient, reliable, and capable for its time, but now outpaced by the rapid evolution of CPU technology. For users seeking performance, it is advisable to upgrade to a modern processor, especially if the system is intended for multitasking, content creation, or even casual gaming.