AMD Phenom II X4 B97

AMD Phenom II X4 B97
Benchmarks & Specs

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The AMD Phenom II X4 B97 represented a solid performance in the desktop segment back then. Its Deneb architecture, also known as K10, offered a very reliable foundation. This processor, manufactured in the 45 nm process, was interesting for many applications. We found that its quad-core design enabled good multitasking performance at the time.

This was especially useful for users who used multiple programs simultaneously. The AMD Phenom II X4 B97 also had a generous 6 MB Level 3 cache. This cache contributed significantly to fast data access and noticeably improved the overall system response. A maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s was absolutely adequate at the time.

It ensured smooth processes in everyday life. The processor delivered consistent computing power for most everyday tasks. It also offered a useful platform for video games. One had to take into account the requirements of 2010. Many users appreciated the balanced relationship between purchase price and the performance offered.

This model showed the development of AMD processors.
  • Quad-Core-Design
  • Generous 6 MB Level 3 Cache
  • Solid Deneb Architecture

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

AMD Athlon II X4 750K
4C / 4T · 4.00 GHz
86 cb
AMD Phenom II X6 1065T
6C / 6T · 3.40 GHz
85 cb
AMD Phenom II X4 B97
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
84 cb
AMD Athlon X4 835
4C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
83 cb
AMD Phenom II X6 1055T
6C / 6T · 3.30 GHz
83 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

AMD A12-9800
AMD A12-9800 101 %
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
326 cb
Intel Core i3-4360T
2C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
326 cb
AMD Phenom II X4 B97
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
324 cb
Intel Pentium Gold G5400T
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
323 cb
Intel Atom C2750
8C / 8T · 2.60 GHz
317 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyAMD Phenom II (52)
CPU groupAMD Phenom II - 800/900 (23)
ArchitectureDeneb (K10)
Technology45 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketAM3
Generation4
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 3.20 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache6.00 MB
OverclockingYes

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1333
DDR2-1066
21.3 GB/s
17.1 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP95 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip design
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE3, SSE4a
Release dateQ2/2010
Release price
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AMD Phenom II X4 B97
AMD Phenom II X4 B97
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