Phenom 9650 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Phenom 9650 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,269 Rank: 1563

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1559	Atom C3955	4,273	+0.1%
1560	Xeon E3110	4,272	+0.1%
1561	Core 2 Duo T7250	4,271	+0%
1562	Phenom II X3 B75	4,270	+0%
1563	Phenom 9650	4,269
1564	Pentium Gold 4415Y	4,268	+-0%
1565	Xeon L5420	4,267	+-0%
1566	Core i3-2350M	4,266	-0.1%
1567	Atom C3958	4,266	-0.1%
1568	Core 2 Duo T5750	4,266	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom 9650 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,119 Rank: 2043

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
2039	Xeon W3503	4,132	+0.3%
2040	A4-5300	4,131	+0.3%
2041	Core i3 530	4,127	+0.2%
2042	Athlon II X2 245	4,121	+0%
2043	Phenom 9650	4,119
2044	Core 2 Quad Q8300	4,112	-0.2%
2045	Athlon II X2 240	4,111	-0.2%
2046	Core 2 Duo E6550	4,100	-0.5%
2047	Intel Core i7-640LM	4,099	-0.5%
2048	Celeron 887	4,094	-0.6%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom 9650 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,369 Rank: 1421

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1417	Core i5-650	4,374	+0.1%
1418	Xeon E5645	4,372	+0.1%
1419	Core M 5Y70	4,370	+0%
1420	A6-7400K	4,369	+0%
1421	Phenom 9650	4,369
1422	Xeon E5450	4,367	+-0%
1423	A9-9400	4,366	-0.1%
1424	Core i7-640M	4,365	-0.1%
1425	Phenom II X4 B40	4,364	-0.1%
1426	Xeon L5640	4,362	-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Phenom 9650 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom 9650 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom 9650 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Phenom 9650 Details

Built on a 45 nm process, the Phenom 9650 represents an older generation of AMD desktop processors, designed for mainstream computing tasks. Released in the early 2010s, this CPU is now considered outdated by modern standards, with its 4-core, 8-thread configuration and 1.6 GHz base clock reflecting the technology of its time. Despite its age, the Phenom 9650 was once positioned as a capable performer in the mid-range segment, offering hyper-threading for improved multitasking and support for DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz. The processor operates at a TDP of 45 W and uses the PGA988 socket, making it compatible with a range of older motherboards designed for AMD's Socket AM3 platform. It supports up to 8 GB of memory across two channels, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s, which was adequate for its era but now limits performance in memory-intensive applications.

The Phenom 9650 lacks integrated graphics, relying instead on a discrete GPU for visual output, which is a notable limitation compared to modern CPUs that include powerful iGPU solutions. However, it does support a range of advanced technologies, including SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES-NI encryption, and 64-bit computing, ensuring compatibility with a wide array of software. It also includes Intel-compatible virtualization features such as VT-x and VT-d, allowing for efficient virtual machine operation. While the processor does not support ECC memory, its feature set was well-rounded for its time.

In benchmark testing, the Phenom 9650 achieves an overall score of 4269, ranking #1563 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4369 (#1420) and a multicore score of 4119 (#2043). These results place it behind several modern CPUs but show that it remains competitive with older-generation processors like the Core i3-530 and Athlon II X2 245. Its single-core performance is particularly strong relative to its age, outperforming many dual-core and quad-core CPUs from the early 2010s. However, its multicore performance lags significantly behind today’s top-tier processors, which can achieve over 10,000 points in multicore tests. This reflects the limitations of its architecture and the absence of modern optimizations.

As of March 2026, the Phenom 9650 is best suited for legacy systems or entry-level use cases such as light office work, web browsing, or retro gaming. It may still serve well in systems where power efficiency and cost are priorities, but it is no longer viable for demanding tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, or modern gaming. For users seeking a more capable upgrade, even mid-range modern processors offer vastly superior performance. The Phenom 9650’s enduring value lies in its historical significance and compatibility with older hardware ecosystems.