AMD Athlon 240GE socket: AM4
The AMD Athlon 240GE uses the AM4 socket on 300, 400 and 500 series boards. It is the fastest dual core Raven Ridge Athlon with Vega 3 graphics at 35 W.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- December 2018
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Default TDP
- 35 W
- Codename
- Raven Ridge
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Athlon
- Clocks
- 3.5 / 3.5 GHz
AMD Athlon 240GE specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Zen (Raven Ridge) cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.5 GHz (no boost) |
| Cache | 4 MB L3, 1 MB L2 |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2666, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 16 lanes from the APU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon Vega 3 (3 CU, up to 1.1 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | Socket AM4 (PGA, 1331 contacts) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD Athlon 240GE needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 400 series | X470, B450 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for AM4.
AM4 at a glance
| Type | PGA, 1,331 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 54 × 90 mm |
What the Athlon 240GE is
The Athlon 240GE tops the Raven Ridge Athlon line at a fixed 3.5 GHz. It launched in December 2018 with two cores and four threads at 35 W and no boost. AMD positions it for basic towers that want the most single thread speed without more power.
Four megabytes of L3 with 1 MB of L2 keep office interaction snappy. The fixed clock aids fleet image stability. Four threads handle updates beside foreground work.
Radeon Vega 3 graphics with 3 units up to 1100 MHz drive office monitors. The process is 14 nm. DDR4-2666 in two channels fits cheap builds. Raven Ridge is used per CPU-Monkey against generic Zen in Technical City.
Front office desks favor the 240GE for the fastest Athlon clocks without more power. Fixed 3.5 GHz operation keeps reception apps snappy through the day. The 35 W envelope suits small towers behind counters.
Museum ticket desks favor the same fixed image across branches. Membership software runs identically at every counter. Evening batch reports close without manual steps.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 240GE fits AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards. Late 2018 BIOS builds include Athlon IDs. Early boards may need an update.
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB with ECC where wired covers basic fleets. Dual channel helps Vega. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide lists generations.
Single socket budget nodes are the unit. Another AM4 Athlon or Ryzen on the same board adds headroom.
Dual monitor arms at reception desks pair well with Vega 3 outputs. TPM meets check in software security needs. Compact cases fit under counters.
B450 boards with dual HDMI suit reception walls with mirrored displays, using BIOS from late 2018 with Athlon IDs. Visitor management software favors fixed clocks for kiosk timing.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB with small SSDs gives responsive offices. Start with 8 GB.
PCIe 3.0 with 16 lanes per CPU-Monkey against 12 in Technical City feeds graphics plus NVMe. This page uses 16 lanes. Manuals define splits.
Stock AM4 cooling from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide covers 35 W quietly.
Fast DDR4 pairs with NVMe boot drives give instant wake for walk up guests. Keep 8 GB as the baseline where check in browsers stay open.
Encrypted SSDs with TPM on business boards protect guest data at front desks. Nightly reboots clear sessions without manual help.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the AMD Athlon 220GE trims to 3.4 GHz at the same 35 W. The AMD Athlon 200GE drops to 3.2 GHz for lowest cost. Both share AM4 after a BIOS check.
Ryzen 3 APUs add cores with stronger graphics for heavier office multitasking.
Past AM4 basic Athlons move to Dali parts. The 240GE covers fastest basic towers where two cores must peak.
Athlon 3000G later brings newer graphics efficiency on AM4 after a BIOS update. That refresh keeps reception furniture while adding speed.
Hotel check in counters favor quick boot after night audits. The fixed high clock shortens morning queue waits.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Athlon 240GE use?
It uses AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards.
How many cores does the 240GE have?
Two cores with multithreading give four threads. Fixed at 3.5 GHz.
Which graphics does the 240GE include?
Radeon Vega 3 with 3 units up to 1100 MHz.
What memory does the 240GE support?
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB.
When did the 240GE launch?
December 2018.
Is the 240GE good for reception desks?
Yes, fixed 3.5 GHz speed with Vega 3 suits walk up stations where responsiveness greets guests.
Which boards suit the 240GE?
B450 boards with dual display outputs and late 2018 BIOS listing Athlon Raven Ridge.
Does the 240GE suit hotels?
Yes, fast wake with Vega 3 suits front desks where guests wait in line.
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