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AMD Athlon 240GE
AM4DDR42C / 4T35WZen14nmActive
Full Specifications
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Total Cores2
Total Threads4
Base Clock3.50 GHz
BCLK / Multiplier100 MHz / 35.0xx
CodenameZen
MicroarchitectureZen
Process Node14nm
FoundryGlobalFoundries
Die Size209.8 mm²
Transistors4.95 billion
Production StatusActive
Market SegmentDesktop
Launch DateDec 21, 2018
Launch Price$75.00
Instruction Sets
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About This Product
The AMD Athlon 240GE is a dual-core, four-thread desktop processor with integrated Radeon Vega 3 graphics. It is suitable for basic computing tasks, web browsing, and light office work. This CPU offers entry-level performance for systems where a dedicated graphics card is not desired or budget is extremely limited. It is not recommended for demanding applications or modern gaming.
Pros
- Integrated graphics for basic display output
- Low 35W TDP for efficient operation
- Affordable entry-level desktop CPU
- AM4 socket compatibility
Cons
- Limited 2-core, 4-thread performance
- Integrated graphics unsuitable for gaming
- Outperformed by newer budget CPUs
