CPU
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Core i3-2370M
Phenom X4 9100e
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i3-2370M is positioned at rank 1186 and the Phenom X4 9100e is on rank 453, so the Phenom X4 9100e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2370M
Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9100e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+535%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-2370M and Phenom X4 9100e
Core i3-2370M
The Core i3-2370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,370 points. Launch price was $225.
Phenom X4 9100e
The Phenom X4 9100e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,353 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-2370M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom X4 9100e offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom X4 9100e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-2370M versus 1.8 GHz on the Phenom X4 9100e — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-2370M. The Core i3-2370M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Phenom X4 9100e uses Agena (2007−2008) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-2370M scores 1,370 against the Phenom X4 9100e's 1,353 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-2370M. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2370M vs 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9100e.
| Feature | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+33% | 1.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total)+50% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-51% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Agena (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 1,370+1% | 1,353 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 412 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 711 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-2370M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Phenom X4 9100e uses AM2+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | AM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Core i3-2370M) / not specified (Phenom X4 9100e). The Core i3-2370M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Phenom X4 9100e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2370M targets Laptop.
| Feature | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Laptop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-2370M launched at $225 MSRP, while the Phenom X4 9100e debuted at $200.
| Feature | Core i3-2370M | Phenom X4 9100e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225 | $200-11% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $35 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2008 |
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