Explore AMD Athlon II 160u technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.
AMD Athlon II 160u is a Desktop processor with 1 cores and 1 threads. Its base clock is 1.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 358 and a single-thread rating of 717. Its stated TDP is 20 W.
AMD Athlon II 160u is a Desktop processor with 1 cores and 1 threads. Its base clock is 1.8 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 358 and a single-thread rating of 717. Its stated TDP is 20 W.
Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The AMD Athlon II 160u is a Desktop released in 2010. Recorded specifications include 1 cores and 1 threads, a 20 W reference TDP, a 358 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Reading guide
Read the performance results
The 358 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 717 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
The 20 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key AMD Athlon II 160u specifications?
The main recorded details are 1 cores and 1 threads, a 20 W reference TDP, a 358 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the AMD Athlon II 160u good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the AMD Athlon II 160u?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the AMD Athlon II 160u use?
The recorded reference TDP is 20 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
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Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.