Phenom II X4 980

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Phenom II X4 980

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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.
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AMD Phenom II X4 980

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Phenom II X4 980
Model Number: i3-2130
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3400 MHz
Socket: FCLGA1155
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 2000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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