Phenom 9950 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 9950 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,521 Rank: 1269

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1265	Celeron G1830	4,526	+0.1%
1266	Core i5-2300	4,523	+0%
1267	A6-9500	4,523	+0%
1268	A8-9600	4,522	+0%
1269	Phenom 9950	4,521
1270	Phenom II X6 1075T	4,520	+-0%
1271	Core i5-4210U	4,519	+-0%
1272	Core i5-L16G7	4,518	-0.1%
1273	Core i5-3210M	4,517	-0.1%
1274	Xeon X3450	4,515	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom 9950 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,488 Rank: 1250

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1246	Phenom II X6 1090T	4,489	+0%
1247	Core M 5Y10	4,488	+0%
1248	Pentium G3258	4,488	+0%
1249	Xeon E5440	4,488	+0%
1250	Phenom 9950	4,488
1251	Core i7-2630QM	4,487	+-0%
1252	Core i3-8130U	4,487	+-0%
1253	Ryzen 3 3200U	4,487	+-0%
1254	Xeon E5620	4,487	+-0%
1255	Celeron G4900	4,486	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom 9950 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,543 Rank: 1255

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1251	A8-9600	4,550	+0.2%
1252	Core i7-2675QM	4,549	+0.1%
1253	A10-5800B	4,549	+0.1%
1254	Core i5-3437U	4,544	+0%
1255	Phenom 9950	4,543
1256	Xeon X5670	4,543	+0%
1257	Xeon W3530	4,541	+-0%
1258	Xeon E3-1220L v2	4,540	-0.1%
1259	Core i3-3240T	4,537	-0.1%
1260	Core i7 960	4,536	-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 9950 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom 9950 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom 9950 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Phenom 9950 Details

The Phenom 9950 stands as a notable example of AMD's efforts to deliver capable computing in a compact, low-power form factor, though its position in today's landscape reflects the rapid pace of technological advancement. Released several years ago, the processor now sits in the category of older hardware, with its design and performance now overshadowed by modern multi-core and high-frequency alternatives. Despite this, it remains a relevant case study in the balance between performance and power efficiency, particularly for lightweight computing scenarios.

Designed by AMD, the Phenom 9950 is built on a 14 nm process node and features a dual-core architecture with four threads, enabled by Hyper-Threading technology. This allows it to handle multithreaded workloads more efficiently than its single-threaded predecessors. Clock speeds reach up to 2.9 GHz under turbo, while the base frequency sits at 1.2 GHz, offering a modest boost for dynamic workloads. The processor is packaged in a BGA1234 configuration, indicating its use in compact systems, and operates within a thermal envelope of just 4.5 W, making it ideal for low-power or mobile applications.

Memory support includes LPDDR3 and DDR3L, with a maximum capacity of 16 GB and a peak bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s across two channels. This is complemented by a PCIe 2.0 interface with up to 12 lanes, supporting various expansion options. The processor also supports a range of modern instruction sets, including SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES-NI, and Intel's VT-x and VT-d virtualization technologies, indicating its versatility in both consumer and enterprise environments.

Integrated graphics are provided by the HD Graphics 5300, which runs at a base frequency of 300 MHz and can burst to 900 MHz. It supports up to three displays and is designed to deliver basic multimedia and office productivity performance without requiring a discrete GPU. While not suitable for gaming or high-end graphics tasks, it enables functionality in systems where cost and power are critical.

In benchmark testing, the Phenom 9950 achieves an overall score of 4521, ranking it #1269 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4543 places it at #1255, and its multicore score of 4488 lands it at #1247. These results show that the processor holds its own in single-threaded tasks but lags behind in multithreaded performance, particularly when compared to modern CPUs. It outperforms some older Intel and AMD offerings but falls significantly short of today’s top-tier processors.

As of March 2026, the Phenom 9950 is best suited for light-duty tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and media playback in ultra-low-power devices. While it no longer competes in the high-performance market, its efficiency and integration make it a practical choice for embedded systems or systems where power consumption is a primary concern.