Phenom II P960 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 II P960 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,196 Rank: 1682

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1678	Celeron E3500	4,200	+0.1%
1679	Athlon X4 730	4,200	+0.1%
1680	A4-4000	4,197	+0%
1681	A8-7200P	4,196	+0%
1682	Phenom II P960	4,196
1683	Core i3-380M	4,196	+0%
1684	Core i5-2410M	4,195	+-0%
1685	Celeron B800	4,195	+-0%
1686	Core 2 Duo E8200	4,194	+-0%
1687	Core 2 Quad Q8300	4,194	+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom II P960 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,360 Rank: 1554

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1550	A10-7300	4,361	+0%
1551	Core i5-580M	4,361	+0%
1552	Celeron G3900	4,360	+0%
1553	Athlon II X2 270	4,360	+0%
1554	Phenom II P960	4,360
1555	Core i3-550	4,360	+0%
1556	Athlon II X4 610e	4,360	+0%
1557	A10-7400P	4,359	+-0%
1558	Phenom II X2 550	4,359	+-0%
1559	Pentium G3220T	4,359	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom II P960 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,086 Rank: 1688

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1684	Phenom II X4 820	4,092	+0.1%
1685	Phenom II X4 910e	4,090	+0.1%
1686	Core i5-430M	4,090	+0.1%
1687	Core 2 Duo E8400	4,089	+0.1%
1688	Phenom II P960	4,086
1689	Phenom II P940	4,086	+0%
1690	Phenom II X3 B73	4,085	+-0%
1691	A8-7200P	4,084	+-0%
1692	Athlon X4 730	4,084	+-0%
1693	Core i3-370M	4,083	-0.1%

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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 II P960 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom II P960 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom II P960 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Phenom II P960 Details

The Phenom II P960 stands out as a dual-core processor from AMD's early 2010s lineup, designed for mainstream desktops during a period when integrated graphics and power efficiency were becoming increasingly important. While its 65 nm process and PLGA775 socket may seem dated by today’s standards, the P960 retains relevance in legacy systems and budget builds where reliability and compatibility with older motherboards are priorities. Its 3.0 GHz base clock and 2.0 GHz turbo frequency reflect modest performance expectations compared to modern processors, yet it remains competitive within its segment for light productivity and multimedia use cases.

Built on AMD's K10 architecture, the Phenom II P960 delivers a balanced mix of performance and thermal efficiency, particularly with its 65 W TDP. It supports DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB across two channels, offering decent bandwidth at 25.6 GB/s. The processor includes a small but functional cache hierarchy—512 KB of L2 cache per core and 2 MB of shared L3 cache—contributing to efficient data handling for its era. Despite lacking support for ECC memory, it supports a wide range of modern technologies including AES-NI, AVX2, and Hyper-Threading, ensuring compatibility with contemporary software and security features.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics GPU provides a modest graphics solution, capable of driving up to three displays at a max frequency of 350 MHz. While not suitable for gaming or high-resolution video editing, it enables basic multimedia tasks and multi-monitor setups in office environments. The processor also supports Intel vPro and TXT technologies, making it a viable option for enterprise deployments that require remote management and hardware-level security.

In benchmark testing, the Phenom II P960 scores 4196 overall, placing it at #1681 out of 2060 CPUs, with a single-core score of 4086 (#1688) and a multicore score of 4360 (#1552). While these figures fall far short of today’s top-tier processors—such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, which scores over 9,000—the P960 holds its own against older dual-core chips like the Core i3-2100 and Pentium G3220T. Its multicore performance slightly edges out single-core results, indicating better scaling in multithreaded applications.

As of March 2026, the Phenom II P960 serves as a practical, low-cost option for users maintaining older systems or building entry-level PCs where high-end performance is not required. Its combination of integrated graphics, support for modern instruction sets, and efficient power consumption makes it a durable choice for light computing, web browsing, and office productivity. However, for demanding workloads such as video rendering or gaming, modern alternatives would offer significantly greater capability.