Performance comparison: which is faster?
AMD Athlon II X3 450 (AMD, 2010) and AMD Phenom II X2 560 (AMD, 2010) are compared here. Compare not only scores, but also whether the motherboard can be reused and which GPU class is balanced with each CPU.
Overall performance: nearly equal
Both use the same AM3 socket, so they can be installed on the same motherboard. For games, performance balance with the GPU (guideline CPU:GPU = 0.9:1) matters more than CPU speed alone.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual speed varies by workload, cooling, and memory configuration.
| Item | Athlon II X3 450 | Phenom II X2 560 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 2,800 | 2,800 |
| Generation | Athlon II | Phenom II |
| Socket | AM3 | AM3 |
| Release Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Compatible GPU Example | GeForce GTX 1030 | GeForce GTX 1030 |
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize maximum speed for heavy work or a high-end GPU | Athlon II X3 450 |
| Upgrade while reusing the current motherboard | Either works (same AM3 socket) |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | Athlon II X3 450 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
Their scores are nearly identical (Athlon II X3 450: 2800 points / Phenom II X2 560: 2800 points). Choose the less expensive option or the one that fits your current motherboard.
Athlon II X3 450 is Athlon II, while Phenom II X2 560 is Phenom II.Both use the same AM3 socket, so they can be installed on the same motherboard.
Using our CPU:GPU = 0.9:1 guideline, GeForce GTX 1030 pairs well with Athlon II X3 450 and GeForce GTX 1030 pairs well with Phenom II X2 560. If either GPU is too strong or too weak, one part holds the other back.
