Phenom II X4 B95

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Phenom II X4 B95

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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 B95 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,276 Rank: 1555
Rank Name Score Visual
1551 Celeron 3955U 4,278
+0%
1552 Core i3-2328M 4,277
+0%
1553 A8-3850 4,277
+0%
1554 Core i5-540M 4,276
+0%
1555 Phenom II X4 B95 4,276
1556 A10-5757M 4,275
+-0%
1557 Pentium G640T 4,274
+-0%
1558 Core i3-2100T 4,274
+-0%
1559 Atom C3955 4,273
-0.1%
1560 Xeon E3110 4,272
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom II X4 B95 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,427 Rank: 1393
Rank Name Score Visual
1389 Celeron B830 4,428
+0%
1390 Athlon II X3 455 4,428
+0%
1391 Core i7-3689Y 4,428
+0%
1392 Phenom II X4 960T 4,427
+0%
1393 Phenom II X4 B95 4,427
1394 Core i3-5157U 4,426
+-0%
1395 Celeron G1850 4,425
+-0%
1396 Core i5-3437U 4,425
+-0%
1397 Core i7-860S 4,425
+-0%
1398 FX-4130 4,425
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom II X4 B95 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,176 Rank: 1602
Rank Name Score Visual
1598 Xeon E5507 4,181
+0.1%
1599 Core 2 Duo T9500 4,180
+0.1%
1600 A6-9210 4,179
+0.1%
1601 Core i5-460M 4,177
+0%
1602 Phenom II X4 B95 4,176
1603 Core i3-4010U 4,175
+-0%
1604 Core 2 Duo E7300 4,174
+-0%
1605 Pentium B980 4,172
-0.1%
1606 Phenom II X4 925 4,172
-0.1%
1607 Core 2 Duo P9500 4,172
-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 X4 B95 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,537 Rank: 1250
Rank Name Score Visual
1246 A8-7200P 4,537
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1247 Xeon E5405 4,537
+0%
1248 Core i5-4350U 4,537
+0%
1249 Core i3-3240T 4,537
+0%
1250 Phenom II X4 B95 4,537
1251 Core i5-7Y57 4,536
+-0%
1252 Celeron G4920 4,536
+-0%
1253 Core i3-2125 4,536
+-0%
1254 Pentium G3240 4,536
+-0%
1255 Core i5-3230M 4,536
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 B95 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,538 Rank: 1120
Rank Name Score Visual
1116 A8-6600K 4,538
+0%
1117 A10-7860K 4,538
+0%
1118 A10-7800 4,538
+0%
1119 Xeon E5-2609 v2 4,538
+0%
1120 Phenom II X4 B95 4,538
1121 Core i7-7600U 4,537
+-0%
1122 Core i3-4130 4,537
+-0%
1123 A10-7700K 4,537
+-0%
1124 A8-7600 4,537
+-0%
1125 A8-7500 4,537
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 B95 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,513 Rank: 1317
Rank Name Score Visual
1313 Phenom II X4 960T 4,513
+0%
1314 A12-9720P 4,513
+0%
1315 Xeon L5420 4,513
+0%
1316 Core M-5Y70 4,513
+0%
1317 Phenom II X4 B95 4,513
1318 Celeron G3900 4,512
+-0%
1319 Celeron G4900T 4,512
+-0%
1320 Celeron G3930T 4,512
+-0%
1321 Pentium G3250 4,512
+-0%
1322 A8-6500 4,512
+-0%

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Phenom II X4 B95 Details

The AMD Phenom II X4 B95 sits at the tail end of a once-prominent desktop processor lineup, a 2009-era quad-core chip that now feels like a relic in an era dominated by multi-threaded workloads and high-frequency single-core performance. Built on AMD's Deneb architecture and fabricated at 45 nm by GlobalFoundries, this processor was part of the Phenom II X4 series designed to compete with Intel's Core 2 Quad and early Core i series. As of March 2026, the B95 is well over a decade old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy hardware, best suited for low-cost systems, embedded applications, or retro builds rather than modern computing demands.

The processor features four cores and four threads, with a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz and a locked multiplier that limits its overclocking potential. It operates on Socket AM3 and supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1333 MT/s, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. It includes 0.122 MiB of L1 cache, 0.488 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 5.722 MiB of L3 cache, which was a notable feature at the time of its release. The TDP stands at 95 W, requiring adequate cooling, and it supports ECC memory—making it a rare option in consumer-grade CPUs of its generation for enterprise or server-adjacent use.

Despite its age, the Phenom II X4 B95 still holds its own in certain benchmarks. It scores 4276 in the Overall Score, ranking #1554 out of 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 4176 (#1602) and a Multicore Score of 4427 (#1392). While these results place it well below modern processors, it performs comparably to some low-power mobile and entry-level desktop CPUs from more recent years, such as the Core i3-5157U and FX-4130. In single-core performance, it trails behind contemporary offerings like the Core i5-460M and the A6-9210, but its multicore score gives it an edge over some low-end modern processors, indicating that its quad-core design still provides a modest advantage in multi-threaded applications.

The lack of integrated graphics is a significant limitation, though some motherboard chipsets with integrated graphics can provide a basic display solution. The processor supports AMD-V virtualization and a range of instruction sets, including SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4a, and 3DNow!, which were essential for multimedia and gaming workloads in its era. However, it lacks modern features like AVX-512, PCIe 4.0, or DDR5 support, further cementing its status as a vintage component.

In conclusion, the Phenom II X4 B95 is a relic of the late 2000s, offering modest performance by today's standards. It remains a viable option for basic desktop tasks, legacy system maintenance, or educational use, but it is no longer suitable for gaming, content creation, or any performance-intensive workload. As of 2026, it serves more as a historical artifact than a practical processor for mainstream use.
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AMD Phenom II X4 B95

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Phenom II X4 B95
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 15x (locked)
Core Name: Deneb
Socket: Socket AM3
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 124.928 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 5.722 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Die Area: 258 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.00 billion
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 ABM SSE4a AMD-V 3DNow!
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