Athlon X2 BE-2400

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Athlon X2 BE-2400

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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 X2 BE-2400 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,849 Rank: 1995
Rank Name Score Visual
1991 Core 2 Duo T9550 3,851
+0.1%
1992 Intel Atom x5-Z8500 3,850
+0%
1993 E1-1200 3,850
+0%
1994 Atom D525 3,850
+0%
1995 Athlon X2 BE-2400 3,849
1996 Atom Z3775 3,847
-0.1%
1997 Atom N570 3,845
-0.1%
1998 Atom D425 3,845
-0.1%
1999 Sempron LE-1300 3,841
-0.2%
2000 E-300 3,835
-0.4%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Athlon X2 BE-2400 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,276 Rank: 1833
Rank Name Score Visual
1829 A6-5350M 4,278
+0%
1830 A6-1450 4,278
+0%
1831 Core i5 650 4,277
+0%
1832 Celeron N2808 4,276
+0%
1833 Athlon X2 BE-2400 4,276
1834 Athlon II P360 4,275
+-0%
1835 Phenom X3 8650 4,275
+-0%
1836 Celeron B810 4,274
+-0%
1837 Celeron E3400 4,274
+-0%
1838 Athlon II X2 235e 4,274
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Athlon X2 BE-2400 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,565 Rank: 1999
Rank Name Score Visual
1995 C-70 3,568
+0.1%
1996 Sempron LE-1300 3,568
+0.1%
1997 Athlon X2 QL-64 3,566
+0%
1998 Pentium N3510 3,565
+0%
1999 Athlon X2 BE-2400 3,565
2000 Celeron N2807 3,557
-0.2%
2001 Celeron N3000 3,555
-0.3%
2002 Intel Celeron J3060 3,553
-0.3%
2003 Atom N550 3,548
-0.5%
2004 Intel Atom x5-Z8500 3,545
-0.6%

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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 X2 BE-2400 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Athlon X2 BE-2400 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Athlon X2 BE-2400 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Athlon X2 BE-2400 Details

The AMD Athlon X2 BE-2400 stands as a relic of the late 2000s, representing a transitional phase in AMD's desktop processor lineup. Launched in October 2007, this dual-core CPU was built on the Brisbane microarchitecture and marked a shift toward integrated memory controllers and improved power efficiency for its time. While long since surpassed by modern processors, it remains notable for its balanced performance and low TDP, making it a practical choice for budget systems during its era. As of March 2026, the Athlon X2 BE-2400 is a product of a bygone computing age, now firmly positioned in the lower tier of historical performance benchmarks.

At its core, the Athlon X2 BE-2400 operates at a base frequency of 2.3 GHz, with a locked 11.5x multiplier and a 65 nm fabrication process. It features two physical cores and two threads, with no support for simultaneous multithreading. The processor is built on the Socket AM2 platform, using a µPGA package, and is designed for desktop use. With a TDP of just 45 W, it offers efficient power consumption for a processor of its time, particularly for systems where thermal management was a concern. The die area measures 126 mm², and the chip integrates 154 million transistors, reflecting the advanced design of its generation.

Memory support includes dual-channel DDR2, though specific maximum memory capacity and bandwidth are not listed. The processor supports a range of AMD-specific instruction sets, including MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, 3DNow!, and AMD-V for virtualization. However, it lacks support for SSE4, which limits its compatibility with modern software and games that require that instruction set. This absence, combined with the absence of ECC memory support, makes it unsuitable for enterprise or server environments.

The Athlon X2 BE-2400 includes 512 KB of L2 cache, distributed as 256 KB per core, with no shared L3 cache. While it does not come with integrated graphics, certain motherboards equipped with compatible chipsets can provide basic graphics functionality. This design choice allowed AMD to offer a cost-effective solution for users who already had discrete GPUs or planned to upgrade.

In benchmark testing, the Athlon X2 BE-2400 achieves an Overall Score of 3849, placing it at #1995 out of 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score is 3565, ranking #1998, and its Multicore Score is 4276, ranking #1832. These results show that while it performs reasonably in multi-threaded workloads, its single-core performance is more modest, indicating that its strength lies in parallel processing rather than raw individual-thread efficiency. It trails behind several contemporaries like the Core i5 650 and A8-4555M in multicore performance, but outperforms older models such as the Athlon II P360 and Celeron B810.

Given its age and limited modern capabilities, the Athlon X2 BE-2400 is best suited for legacy systems, retro computing, or as a low-cost upgrade in older machines. It is not competitive in today’s market, where even entry-level CPUs far exceed its performance. However, for users maintaining vintage hardware or running lightweight applications, it remains a functional, energy-efficient option from AMD’s early dual-core era.
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AMD Athlon X2 BE-2400

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Athlon X2 BE-2400
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 11.5xx (locked)
Core Name: Brisbane
Socket: Socket AM2
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 45 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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