Phenom II X4 980 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 X4 980 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,476 Rank: 1312

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1308	Phenom II X6 1065T	4,480	+0.1%
1309	Core M 5Y71	4,479	+0.1%
1310	Pentium J6426	4,478	+0%
1311	Phenom II X4 B65	4,477	+0%
1312	Phenom II X4 980	4,476
1313	PRO A10-8770E	4,476	+0%
1314	Xeon X5550	4,474	+-0%
1315	Core i5-750	4,473	-0.1%
1316	Core i5-680	4,473	-0.1%
1317	Core i7-965	4,472	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom II X4 980 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,448 Rank: 1330

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1326	Phenom II X4 810	4,449	+0%
1327	Core M-5Y70	4,449	+0%
1328	Xeon E5630	4,449	+0%
1329	FX-4170	4,449	+0%
1330	Phenom II X4 980	4,448
1331	FX-4300	4,448	+0%
1332	Core i3-7020U	4,446	+-0%
1333	Athlon Silver 3050U	4,446	+-0%
1334	Athlon X4 870K	4,445	-0.1%
1335	Xeon E5462	4,444	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom II X4 980 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,494 Rank: 1296

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1292	Core i7-975	4,500	+0.1%
1293	PRO A10-8770E	4,500	+0.1%
1294	Core i7-2637M	4,498	+0.1%
1295	Pentium Gold 4415U	4,495	+0%
1296	Phenom II X4 980	4,494
1297	Xeon E5-2420 v2	4,494	+0%
1298	Core i5-2430M	4,493	+-0%
1299	A9-9430	4,493	+-0%
1300	Core i5-670	4,486	-0.2%
1301	Phenom II X4 970	4,484	-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 II X4 980 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,552 Rank: 1158

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1154	Pentium G4560T	4,552	+0%
1155	Core i7-6498DU	4,552	+0%
1156	Core i5-6267U	4,552	+0%
1157	Core i5-6260U	4,552	+0%
1158	Phenom II X4 980	4,552
1159	Pentium G3440	4,552	+0%
1160	Xeon X5472	4,552	+0%
1161	Pentium Silver J5040	4,552	+0%
1162	Pentium Silver J5005	4,551	+-0%
1163	Core i3-3250	4,551	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 980 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,569 Rank: 995

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
991	Core i5-2400	4,570	+0%
992	Xeon W3540	4,570	+0%
993	Core i7-2630QM	4,569	+0%
994	Core i5-3330	4,569	+0%
995	Phenom II X4 980	4,569
996	Ryzen 3 3200U	4,569	+0%
997	Xeon E3-1220	4,569	+0%
998	Core i7-860	4,569	+0%
999	Ryzen 3 3250U	4,569	+0%
1000	Core i7-930	4,568	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 980 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,526 Rank: 1238

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1234	A8-5600K	4,527	+0%
1235	Athlon Silver 3050U	4,527	+0%
1236	Pentium G4400	4,526	+0%
1237	Core i5-2520M	4,526	+0%
1238	Phenom II X4 980	4,526
1239	PRO A10-8770E	4,526	+0%
1240	Celeron G4930	4,525	+-0%
1241	A10-9630P	4,525	+-0%
1242	Core i5-3427U	4,525	+-0%
1243	A8 PRO-7600B	4,525	+-0%

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Phenom II X4 980 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i3-2130 stands as a relic of the early Haswell era, representing a mid-range desktop processor from a generation now over a decade old. While long overshadowed by modern CPUs, it remains a benchmark for understanding the evolution of integrated graphics and mainstream performance. This processor is built on Intel's 32 nm process and sits on the FCLGA1155 socket, offering a base clock of 3.4 GHz with a turbo frequency of 3.7 GHz, supported by a 5 GT/s bus speed. With a 65 W TDP and dual-core architecture, it delivers four threads via Hyper-Threading, enabling modest multitasking capabilities for its time.

The Core i3-2130 supports DDR3 1066/1333 memory across two channels, with a maximum memory capacity of 32 GB and a peak memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s. It includes integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000, featuring a base frequency of 850 MHz and a burst frequency of 1100 MHz, capable of driving up to two displays. The GPU supports common video codecs and is suitable for light multimedia use, though it lacks modern features like hardware decoding for newer video formats. This processor also includes a suite of advanced technologies such as AES-NI, AVX2, VT-x, and TXT, providing foundational support for encryption, virtualization, and security.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-2130 achieves an overall Passmark score of 4476, placing it #1312 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4494 (#1296) and a multicore score of 4448 (#1330). These results indicate that while it once delivered competitive performance, it now trails significantly behind modern offerings. Its closest competitors in the rankings include older AMD Phenom II and Intel Core i5 processors from the same era, yet it falls behind even budget modern CPUs like the Athlon Silver 3050U. Notably, its single-core performance is slightly stronger than its multicore, suggesting it performs better in applications reliant on thread efficiency rather than parallel processing.

Despite its age, the Core i3-2130 remains a viable option for legacy systems or light office use where integrated graphics suffice and power consumption is a concern. Its 65 W TDP makes it relatively efficient for its class, and the FCLGA1155 socket allows for easy upgrades within the same platform. However, it lacks modern enhancements such as PCIe 4.0, DDR5 support, and advanced power management features. For users seeking more than basic productivity, this processor is best suited as a transitional or budget-friendly solution in older builds, rather than a contender in today's high-performance landscape.