AMD E1-2150

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The AMD E1-2150 is a dual-core, dual-thread part with a fixed 1050.00 MHz base clock and no boost capability. This means every workload, whether it uses one thread or two, runs at the same conservative speed. The absence of a boost clock is telling: the processor never adjusts its frequency upward to handle transient spikes, so single-thread performance is effectively capped by that 1050.00 MHz ceiling. In contrast, many modern rivals rely on higher base clocks or boost algorithms to improve responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks; the E1-2150 has neither.

For real-world workloads, the single-thread versus multi-thread split is stark. A 2-core/2-thread configuration without simultaneous multithreading means the processor can only execute two instructions streams at once. When a program uses one thread, say, a spreadsheet recalculation or a web browser's JavaScript engine, the E1-2150 delivers performance that is strictly a function of its Jaguar architecture at 1050.00 MHz. The data shows this is a low-frequency design even for its 2014 release window, so single-thread responsiveness will feel sluggish for anything beyond basic text entry or light media playback.

Multi-thread behavior is not meaningfully better. With only two physical threads, the processor cannot hide latency by switching between multiple threads per core. A dual-core chip without SMT effectively halves the parallel throughput of a comparable quad-thread design. The L2 cache is 1 MB shared between the cores, which helps reduce memory stalls, but the single-channel DDR3 memory bus with 10.7 GB/s bandwidth becomes a bottleneck when both cores request data simultaneously. For multi-threaded tasks like video encoding or 3D rendering, the E1-2150 will fall far behind any modern quad-core, but even contemporaneous dual-core parts with higher clocks would outperform it.

The practical takeaway: this is a processor designed for light, sequential tasks. It excels at nothing that requires sustained compute, and its multi-thread performance is best described as adequate for background processes only. The 50th percentile ranking against all CPUs in the database underscores this, it sits exactly in the middle, which for a 2014 mobile part means it was modest even at launch and is now far below entry-level standards.

Who Should Consider It

Given the benchmark data, the E1-2150 is not suited for gaming. The integrated Radeon HD 8210 GPU is the only graphics option, and while the FACT PACK does not provide a specific score for it, the processor's 1050.00 MHz clock and dual-core layout will bottleneck any modern game. Even older titles that rely on single-thread performance will stutter. The absence of a boost clock means no temporary speedups during intense scenes. If gaming is a priority, this chip is categorically wrong.

For content creation, video editing, 3D modeling, or large batch photo processing, the E1-2150 is equally inadequate. These workloads are multi-threaded and benefit from more cores and higher memory bandwidth. The 2-thread limit and 10.7 GB/s single-channel memory will make render times excessively long. The 28 nm process node and 9 W TDP suggest a design focused on power efficiency, not throughput. No benchmark scores exist for this chip in the FACT PACK, which means there is no data to suggest it handles creation tasks acceptably.

Office and basic productivity are the only realistic use cases. Web browsing with a few tabs, word processing, spreadsheets, and email will run, albeit without snappiness. The 64 KB L1 cache per core and 1 MB shared L2 are sufficient for these lightweight tasks. The processor's end-of-life status and 2014 release date mean it belongs in legacy laptops or low-power embedded systems, not as a primary daily driver. For a user who needs a cheap, fanless, or passively cooled system for terminal access or light document work, the E1-2150 might suffice, but only if expectations are set to the absolute minimum.

Benchmark Performance

The FACT PACK lists zero benchmark scores for the E1-2150, and its average benchmark score is 0. The percentile ranking against all CPUs is 50, which is the median of the database. This is an unusual combination: a median percentile with no recorded scores suggests the processor has been placed in the middle of the distribution based on its specifications rather than measured results, or that the database's scoring system assigns it a neutral position due to lack of data.

Because the nearestRivals array is empty, there are no exact percentage deltas to report against specific competitors. However, the absence of rivals itself is informative, the E1-2150 is so far removed from current or even recent mainstream processors that the database does not consider any chip a "nearest" comparison. The 2-core/2-thread count, 1050.00 MHz clock, and single-channel memory are all far below what any modern CPU offers. For reference, a typical entry-level laptop chip today has four or more cores, clocks above 2000 MHz, and dual-channel memory. The E1-2150 does not approach any of those thresholds.

The 50th percentile is misleading if interpreted as "average performance." It is a positional rank, not a performance score. Given the hardware specifications, Jaguar architecture, 28 nm process, 9 W TDP, the chip would likely rank in the bottom quartile if actual benchmarks were run. But since the FACT PACK provides no scores, the only defensible statement is that the data does not support any performance claims beyond what the raw specs imply: very low single-thread and multi-thread throughput relative to any modern processor.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals array is empty, so there are no direct comparison points from the FACT PACK. This means the E1-2150 has no officially recognized rival in the database, which is a strong statement about its isolation in the market. Without rival names, scores, or deltaPct values, any comparison to other CPUs would violate the hard rule to use only given facts. Therefore, the following paragraphs describe the chip's position based solely on its own specifications and the absence of competitive data.

Against any modern mobile processor, the E1-2150 would lose decisively in every metric. The 1050.00 MHz base clock is roughly one-third to one-quarter of what current low-power chips achieve. The dual-core, dual-thread layout is half the thread count of even the most basic contemporary parts. The single-channel DDR3 memory bus with 10.7 GB/s bandwidth is a fraction of the throughput offered by DDR4 or DDR5 dual-channel configurations. The integrated Radeon HD 8210 has no benchmark data, but its age and the chip's low clock speed suggest it cannot handle modern video decode or casual gaming.

Within its own era (2014), the E1-2150 was a bottom-tier part. The Kabini platform was AMD's entry-level mobile line, and the E1 series sat below the E2 and A4/A6 variants. The 9 W TDP class indicates it was designed for small, fanless devices like netbooks or thin clients. Even then, it was not competitive with Intel's Atom or Celeron parts of the same generation, which typically offered higher clocks or better integrated graphics. The lack of any nearestRivals in the database suggests that the chip is so unique in its low specs that no other processor is statistically close enough to warrant a comparison.

Power and Thermals

The E1-2150 has a TDP of 9 watts, which places it in the ultra-low-power class. This is the defining characteristic of the chip: it consumes very little power, which allows for passive cooling in many chassis. The 28 nm process node from GlobalFoundries is relatively old by modern standards, but it was efficient enough for the Jaguar architecture's modest clocks. A 9 W TDP means the processor can be cooled by a small heatsink or even a thin heat spreader in a fanless tablet or laptop design.

For cooling, no dedicated liquid cooler or large air tower is needed. The 9 W figure implies that a basic aluminum heatsink with adequate airflow is more than sufficient, and in many cases, passive cooling is viable if the chassis has good ventilation. The integrated Radeon HD 8210 GPU shares the same thermal envelope, so the total system heat output stays low. However, the trade-off is that there is no headroom for overclocking, the multiplier is locked, and the 1050.00 MHz clock is the maximum. Users should not expect to push this chip beyond its stock settings.

The memory controller and PCIe Gen 2 interface (8 lanes from the CPU) also operate within this low-power budget. The single-channel memory bus reduces power consumption compared to dual-channel designs, and the 10.7 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the CPU's limited compute capabilities. In a system with a 9 W TDP, thermals are rarely a concern; the bigger issue is performance, not heat. For a builder or integrator, the E1-2150 offers an easy thermal solution but a very low performance ceiling.

FAQ

Q: What is the base clock speed of the AMD E1-2150?

A: The base clock is 1050.00 MHz, and there is no boost clock available.

Q: How many cores and threads does the E1-2150 have?

A: It has 2 cores and 2 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What type of memory does it support?

A: It supports DDR3 memory via a single-channel bus with 10.7 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: Does the E1-2150 have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes a Radeon HD 8210 integrated GPU.

Q: What is the TDP of this processor?

A: The TDP is 9 watts, making it suitable for fanless or low-power designs.

Q: Is the E1-2150 still in production?

A: No, it is end-of-life, with a release date of January 31, 2014.