Phenom II X2 560 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 X2 560 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,387 Rank: 1419

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1415	Xeon Bronze 3106	4,389	+0%
1416	Intel Core i5-560M	4,389	+0%
1417	Pentium N6415	4,388	+0%
1418	Pentium G840	4,387	+0%
1419	Phenom II X2 560	4,387
1420	Celeron G530	4,385	+-0%
1421	A9-9420	4,385	+-0%
1422	Core i7-8500Y	4,385	+-0%
1423	Phenom II X4 965	4,384	-0.1%
1424	Xeon E5450	4,384	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom II X2 560 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,391 Rank: 1478

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1474	Core i5-4210M	4,392	+0%
1475	Core i3-2120	4,392	+0%
1476	Pentium G850	4,392	+0%
1477	A8-3800	4,391	+0%
1478	Phenom II X2 560	4,391
1479	Core i3-4030U	4,391	+0%
1480	A8-6500B	4,391	+0%
1481	Core i3-2310M	4,390	+-0%
1482	Celeron 3965U	4,390	+-0%
1483	Atom C3538	4,390	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom II X2 560 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,384 Rank: 1408

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1404	A12-9700P	4,388	+0.1%
1405	Phenom II X4 B60	4,386	+0%
1406	Intel Core i5-540M	4,385	+0%
1407	Core i3-6006U	4,385	+0%
1408	Phenom II X2 560	4,384
1409	Pentium 2020M	4,383	+-0%
1410	Core 2 Duo E8600	4,382	+-0%
1411	Pentium G620	4,381	-0.1%
1412	Core i3-5015U	4,381	-0.1%
1413	Intel Core i5-560M	4,380	-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 X2 560 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,502 Rank: 1518

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1514	A9-9420	4,503	+0%
1515	Core i5-4202Y	4,503	+0%
1516	Celeron 2950M	4,503	+0%
1517	Phenom II X3 700e	4,503	+0%
1518	Phenom II X2 560	4,502
1519	Pentium 3805U	4,502	+0%
1520	Celeron 2980U	4,502	+0%
1521	A6-5357M	4,502	+0%
1522	Celeron 3955U	4,501	+-0%
1523	Core i7-2610UE	4,501	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom II X2 560 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,478 Rank: 1466

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1462	Phenom II X2 565	4,479	+0%
1463	A6-5200	4,479	+0%
1464	PRO A6-9500	4,479	+0%
1465	Core i5-2557M	4,478	+0%
1466	Phenom II X2 560	4,478
1467	A6-3420M	4,478	+0%
1468	Pentium G3220T	4,478	+0%
1469	Celeron G1830	4,477	+-0%
1470	Pentium G860	4,477	+-0%
1471	Pentium G850	4,477	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom II X2 560 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,483 Rank: 1515

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1511	Celeron 2950M	4,484	+0%
1512	Pentium B970	4,483	+0%
1513	A6-7400K	4,483	+0%
1514	Celeron G530	4,483	+0%
1515	Phenom II X2 560	4,483
1516	Pentium 3805U	4,483	+0%
1517	A6-3420M	4,483	+0%
1518	Celeron 2980U	4,483	+0%
1519	Core i3-380M	4,483	+0%
1520	Core i3-370M	4,483	+0%

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Phenom II X2 560 Details

For users seeking a budget-friendly, dual-core processor with integrated graphics for basic computing tasks, the AMD Phenom II X2 560 offers a modest entry point into the world of x86-64 desktop computing. Released during a transitional period in CPU design, this processor reflects a time when dual-core performance was still common in mainstream systems, though it now sits well outside the current performance hierarchy. As of March 2026, the Phenom II X2 560 is an outdated device, having been introduced over a decade ago, and its relevance today is largely limited to legacy systems or educational demonstrations of older architectures.

Built on AMD's 45 nm process and based on the K10 microarchitecture, the Phenom II X2 560 operates at a base frequency of 3.33 GHz with a 1333 MHz bus speed and a 65 W TDP. It features two physical cores and two threads, lacking simultaneous multithreading (SMT), which limits its ability to handle modern multitasking workloads efficiently. The CPU is compatible with the LGA775 socket, a design that was phased out in favor of more advanced interfaces. While it supports DDR3 1066 memory and can handle up to 32 GB of RAM across two channels, its maximum memory bandwidth of 17 GB/s restricts performance in memory-intensive applications.

The integrated graphics solution, labeled as HD Graphics, is provided by Intel, a rare case of cross-brand integration, and operates at a base frequency of 850 MHz with a GPU burst frequency of 1000 MHz. It supports up to two displays and includes a maximum of 16 GB of shared memory, which is sufficient only for basic multimedia playback and light graphical tasks. Despite its integrated graphics, the lack of dedicated GPU power makes it unsuitable for gaming or professional graphics work.

In benchmark testing, the Phenom II X2 560 achieves an overall score of 4387, placing it #1418 out of 2060 processors in the Passmark rankings. Its single-core score of 4384 ranks it #1408, while its multicore score of 4391 places it #1477. These results highlight a processor that is roughly comparable to early 2010s Intel Core i3 and Pentium models but trails significantly behind modern offerings. It is outperformed by nearly all contemporary CPUs, including even low-end mobile processors and budget desktop chips.

The processor supports a range of features, including SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES encryption, x86-64 architecture, and Intel's virtualization technologies such as VT-x and VT-d, which are notable for a device of its vintage. However, it lacks support for ECC memory, which limits its suitability for server or workstation environments. While it may still function in older systems or for non-demanding applications like web browsing, office productivity, or light multimedia, it is no longer competitive in today’s computing landscape.

In conclusion, the AMD Phenom II X2 560 is best suited for legacy systems, retro computing enthusiasts, or as a replacement in aging desktops where cost-effective, low-power performance is prioritized over modern capabilities. For any new build or upgrade, even the most modest current-generation CPUs offer significantly greater performance and efficiency.