Phenom II X4 B97

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Phenom II X4 B97

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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 B97 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,318 Rank: 1499
Rank Name Score Visual
1495 Xeon E5462 4,320
+0%
1496 Phenom II N930 4,319
+0%
1497 Intel Core i7-620M 4,318
+0%
1498 Pentium E6700 4,318
+0%
1499 Phenom II X4 B97 4,318
1500 Celeron J4125 4,317
+-0%
1501 A8-3870 4,316
+-0%
1502 Xeon W3505 4,316
+-0%
1503 Pentium 2030M 4,315
-0.1%
1504 Celeron G1610 4,314
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Phenom II X4 B97 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,440 Rank: 1349
Rank Name Score Visual
1345 Core i3-5015U 4,441
+0%
1346 PRO A10-8770E 4,441
+0%
1347 Atom C3508 4,440
+0%
1348 Core i3-4330T 4,440
+0%
1349 Phenom II X4 B97 4,440
1350 Core i5-7300U 4,439
+-0%
1351 Celeron G4900T 4,439
+-0%
1352 Celeron G3930T 4,439
+-0%
1353 A10-7700K 4,439
+-0%
1354 Xeon E5320 4,439
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Phenom II X4 B97 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,236 Rank: 1544
Rank Name Score Visual
1540 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,238
+0%
1541 Xeon Bronze 3104 4,238
+0%
1542 Pentium Silver J5005 4,238
+0%
1543 Xeon E5462 4,238
+0%
1544 Phenom II X4 B97 4,236
1545 Pentium G640T 4,235
+-0%
1546 Xeon E5-2609 v4 4,233
-0.1%
1547 Pentium G6950 4,233
-0.1%
1548 Phenom II X4 940 4,232
-0.1%
1549 Core 2 Duo E8300 4,227
-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 B97 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,543 Rank: 1211
Rank Name Score Visual
1207 Pentium G3260 4,543
+0%
1208 Core i7-4600U 4,543
+0%
1209 Phenom II X4 B65 4,543
+0%
1210 A10-9620P 4,543
+0%
1211 Phenom II X4 B97 4,543
1212 Celeron G4930 4,542
+-0%
1213 Core i3-3210 4,542
+-0%
1214 Core i3-4130T 4,542
+-0%
1215 Core i5-4200M 4,542
+-0%
1216 A10-5750M 4,542
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 B97 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,545 Rank: 1078
Rank Name Score Visual
1074 Core i5-6287U 4,545
+0%
1075 Core i3-10110U 4,545
+0%
1076 A10-6800K 4,545
+0%
1077 A12-9800E 4,545
+0%
1078 Phenom II X4 B97 4,545
1079 Core i3-7100T 4,544
+-0%
1080 Core i3-4160 4,544
+-0%
1081 Phenom II X4 B50 4,544
+-0%
1082 Phenom II X4 840 4,544
+-0%
1083 Core i3-4340 4,543
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Phenom II X4 B97 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,515 Rank: 1304
Rank Name Score Visual
1300 Xeon E5506 4,515
+0%
1301 Core M-5Y71 4,515
+0%
1302 Core M-5Y31 4,515
+0%
1303 Core i5-680 4,515
+0%
1304 Phenom II X4 B97 4,515
1305 Athlon X4 730 4,515
+0%
1306 Pentium Silver J5005 4,514
+-0%
1307 Phenom II X4 B60 4,514
+-0%
1308 Xeon E5472 4,514
+-0%
1309 Core i5-670 4,514
+-0%

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Phenom II X4 B97 Details

For desktop users seeking a budget-friendly, multi-core processor with integrated graphics support, the AMD Phenom II X4 B97 offers a compelling option from the early 2010s. Released in May 2010, this processor belongs to AMD’s Phenom II X4 lineup, built on the Deneb microarchitecture using a 45 nm manufacturing process at GlobalFoundries. With a base clock of 3.2 GHz and a locked multiplier, the B97 delivers solid performance for its era, though it is now considered an older device as of 2026. It features four cores and four threads, operating on the Socket AM3 platform, and is designed for mainstream desktop use. The chip has a 95 W TDP, requiring adequate cooling, and supports DDR3 memory at up to 1333 MT/s through a dual-channel memory interface. It also supports ECC memory, making it suitable for light server or workstation environments where data integrity is important.

The Phenom II X4 B97 includes 0.122 MiB of L1 cache, 0.488 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 5.722 MiB of L3 cache, which helps improve performance in memory-intensive tasks. While it lacks integrated graphics, certain motherboards with compatible chipsets can provide this functionality. The processor supports a range of technologies, including AMD-V for hardware virtualization, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4a, MMX, and 3DNow!, offering broad software compatibility. However, it does not support simultaneous multithreading or AVX/AVX2, limiting its efficiency in modern workloads.

In benchmark testing, the Phenom II X4 B97 achieves an overall score of 4318, placing it #1497 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4236 ranks it #1544, while its multicore score of 4440 places it #1347. This indicates that the processor performs more strongly in multicore tasks than in single-threaded workloads, a trend that reflects its design for parallel processing. It outperforms several modern low-power CPUs such as the Pentium Silver J5005 and Celeron G4900T, but trails behind higher-end processors like the Core i3-5015U and Core i3-3210. In comparison to its predecessor, the Phenom II X4 940, the B97 is only slightly faster, showing limited improvements over the earlier Deneb-based chips.

As of 2026, the Phenom II X4 B97 remains a relic of the past, with its performance dwarfed by today’s top-tier processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K. However, it still holds relevance in legacy systems, retro builds, or as a cost-effective upgrade for older platforms. Its combination of integrated graphics support, ECC memory, and robust multicore performance makes it a viable choice for entry-level servers or hobbyist projects. While not competitive in modern gaming or content creation, it remains a capable workhorse for basic computing tasks and light multitasking.
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AMD Phenom II X4 B97

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Phenom II X4 B97
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 16x (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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