Athlon II X3 425 vs Phenom X4 9600

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1595

Passmark Score

1607

Performance Difference

Phenom X4 9600 is 0.8% faster than Athlon II X3 425

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Phenom X4 9600 performs 0.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Athlon II X3 425 and Phenom X4 9600.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Athlon II X3 425 and Phenom X4 9600

AMD

Athlon II X3 425

The Athlon II X3 425 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,595 points. Launch price was $42.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$42
Release Date:20 October 2009 (16 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Rana (2009−2011)
Performance Ranking Position:2753

Technical Specifications

Cores:3
Threads:3
Die Size:169 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:2.7 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.7 GHz
Transistor Count:300 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
AMD

Phenom X4 9600

The Phenom X4 9600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Novembro 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,607 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Release Date:Novembro 2007 (18 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Agena (2007−2008)
Performance Ranking Position:2746

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:285 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:2 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Transistor Count:450 million
Process Technology:65 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM2+
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

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