Athlon II X2 240 vs Core 2 Extreme X9100
The Athlon II X2 240 is slightly faster than the Core 2 Extreme X9100 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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Core 2 Extreme X9100 has a 10% higher base clock.
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Penryn XEDesktop
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MobileNo Integrated Graphics
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DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboardNot Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Athlon II X2 240 or Core 2 Extreme X9100?expand_more
The Athlon II X2 240. It's 200% faster than the Core 2 Extreme X9100 on average across 100+ games, scoring 48/100 vs 16/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Athlon II X2 240 than Core 2 Extreme X9100?expand_more
200% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Athlon II X2 240 or Core 2 Extreme X9100?expand_more
The Athlon II X2 240 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Athlon II X2 240 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 48/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Athlon II X2 240 and Core 2 Extreme X9100?expand_more
Performance: Athlon II X2 240 scores 48/100, Core 2 Extreme X9100 scores 16/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Athlon II X2 240 or Core 2 Extreme X9100 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Athlon II X2 240 or Core 2 Extreme X9100?expand_more
The Athlon II X2 240 is the stronger pick at 48/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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