AMD E2-6110

Benchmark Performance

The AMD E2-6110 presents a challenging benchmark profile. The the benchmark database lists an average benchmark score of zero and an empty benchmarks array, which indicates that no standardized performance measurements are available for this processor in the database. The percentile rank of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs tracked, but this percentile is computed against a dataset where this specific chip has no recorded scores. Consequently, the data cannot provide direct performance comparisons to rivals, as the nearestRivals array is also empty.

What can be interpreted from the available specifications is the expected performance class. With four cores and four threads running at a base clock of 1500.00 MHz, the E2-6110 belongs to the low-power mobile segment. The absence of a boost clock means it operates at a fixed frequency, which simplifies thermal and power behavior but also limits peak throughput. In multi-threaded workloads that scale with core count, the four physical cores should provide moderate parallelism, but the low clock speed will constrain absolute performance. For single-threaded tasks, the 1500.00 MHz base clock is below the typical range for contemporary desktop processors, suggesting modest responsiveness in lightly threaded applications.

The benchmark results indicate that this processor is not designed for high-performance computing. It sits at the 50th percentile, but this ranking is likely influenced by the broad range of CPUs in the database, many of which have vastly superior specifications. Without rival scores or deltaPct values, the data does not support any precise percentage comparisons. The analysis must therefore rely on architectural and specification-based reasoning rather than measured benchmarks.

Power and Thermals

The E2-6110 carries a TDP of 15 watts, which classifies it as an ultra-low-power part. This TDP figure places it in the same league as fanless or passively cooled designs, though the actual cooling solution depends on the laptop chassis. The 28 nm process node from GlobalFoundries is relatively mature for the 2014 release date, and the 930 million transistors within a 107 mm² die size indicate a modestly complex design that is optimized for efficiency rather than raw performance.

The thermal implications of a 15-watt TDP are straightforward: a simple heatsink with a small fan should suffice. The data does not specify cooler dimensions, but the power envelope suggests that a compact, low-profile cooler is adequate. Given the single-channel memory bus and DDR3 support, the memory controller also contributes to the thermal load, but the 12.8 GB/s bandwidth is modest and should not generate excessive heat.

The lack of a boost clock further aids thermals, as the processor never exceeds its rated frequency. This steady-state operation at 1500.00 MHz ensures predictable heat generation. For system integrators, this means the cooling solution can be designed for a constant 15-watt load rather than a variable peak, which simplifies thermal validation. The integrated Radeon R2 graphics also share the same thermal budget, so gaming or graphics-intensive tasks will push the total package toward the 15-watt limit, but the overall envelope remains very manageable.

Who Should Consider It

The E2-6110 is suited for basic productivity and light multimedia tasks. The four cores handle multi-threaded office workloads reasonably well, such as spreadsheet recalculations or background file compression, though the 1500.00 MHz clock will make heavy number-crunching slow. For word processing, web browsing, and email, the processor provides adequate responsiveness, especially when paired with sufficient system memory.

Gaming is not a realistic use case for this chip. The integrated Radeon R2 graphics are entry-level, and the single-channel DDR3 memory with 12.8 GB/s bandwidth severely limits graphics performance. The data does not include specific frame rates, but the memory bandwidth constraint alone would bottleneck any modern 3D title. Casual games from the early 2010s might run at low settings, but the lack of benchmark data prevents any quantitative claims.

Content creation workloads, such as video editing or 3D rendering, are also outside the E2-6110's comfort zone. The 1500.00 MHz base clock and lack of boost will result in very long render times. However, for students or users who need a basic laptop for note-taking, document editing, and video streaming, the four cores provide enough parallelism for smooth multitasking. The 15-watt TDP also makes it attractive for fanless designs, which appeals to users who prioritize silent operation over performance.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals array is empty, so the data provides no direct comparison to competing processors. This absence is significant: it means the database has not yet collected sufficient benchmark scores for the E2-6110 to establish a competitive landscape. Without rival names, scores, or deltaPct values, any comparative analysis must be framed purely in terms of the processor's own specifications.

In the broader context of AMD's mobile lineup from the same era, the E2-6110 sits below the A-series parts, which typically have higher clock speeds and more capable graphics. The Jaguar architecture is a low-power design also used in the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, but those consoles run at much higher clock speeds. The Beema codename indicates this is a successor to the Kabini platform, and the 28 nm process is shared with many contemporaries.

The absence of a boost clock is a notable differentiator. Some competing low-power processors offer dynamic frequency scaling, which allows for higher single-thread performance when thermal headroom permits. The E2-6110 lacks this feature, so it consistently delivers the same 1500.00 MHz regardless of workload. This makes it predictable but also less versatile than rivals that can temporarily increase clock speeds.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The E2-6110 has four cores and four threads, meaning there is no hyper-threading to increase logical core count. This is a pure quad-core design, which is advantageous for multi-threaded workloads that can use all four physical cores equally. However, the 1500.00 MHz base clock applies to all cores simultaneously, so multi-threaded performance scales linearly with core count but from a low baseline.

Single-threaded performance is where this processor is weakest. A single core running at 1500.00 MHz will be noticeably slower than contemporary processors with higher clocks or boost capabilities. Tasks like opening applications, loading web pages, or running a single-threaded script will feel sluggish. The benchmark data does not provide a specific single-thread score, but the clock speed alone suggests a significant disadvantage.

The split between single-thread and multi-thread behavior is important for real workloads. Office suites like Microsoft Word or Excel are primarily single-threaded, so the E2-6110 will feel slow in these applications. Conversely, tasks like video playback or file compression that utilize multiple threads will benefit from the four cores, though the low clock speed still caps overall performance. The 64 KB L1 cache per core and 2 MB shared L2 cache provide adequate data locality for moderate workloads, but the lack of L3 cache means that cache misses will incur memory latency penalties.

The single-channel memory bus further exacerbates the multi-threaded bottleneck. With 12.8 GB/s bandwidth, all four cores share a relatively narrow path to memory. In multi-threaded workloads that are memory-bound, this will cause performance to plateau regardless of CPU core utilization. For mixed workloads that alternate between single-threaded and multi-threaded phases, the processor will feel inconsistent.

FAQ

Q: What is the base clock speed of the AMD E2-6110?

A: The base clock speed is 1500.00 MHz. There is no boost clock, so the processor operates at this fixed frequency at all times.

Q: How many cores and threads does the E2-6110 have?

A: It has 4 cores and 4 threads. There is no hyper-threading, so the thread count equals the core count.

Q: What is the TDP of the E2-6110 and what cooling does it require?

A: The TDP is 15 watts. This low power envelope means a simple heatsink and small fan are sufficient; passive cooling is also plausible in a well-ventilated chassis.

Q: Does the E2-6110 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported. The processor supports DDR3 memory with a single-channel bus, providing 12.8 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What integrated graphics does the E2-6110 include?

A: It includes Radeon R2 integrated graphics. This is an entry-level GPU suitable for basic display output but not for demanding 3D gaming.

Q: What is the socket type for the E2-6110?

A: It uses the AMD Socket FT3. This is a mobile socket, and the processor is part of the Beema generation built on the Jaguar architecture with a 28 nm process from GlobalFoundries.

Q: Is the E2-6110 still in production?

A: No, the production status is end-of-life. It was released on 2014-04-28 and is no longer manufactured.