CPU
GPU
Core i3-3245
Phenom II X4 B95
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 i3-3245 is positioned at rank 794 and the Phenom II X4 B95 is on rank 254, so the Phenom II X4 B95 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3245
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 B95
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Phenom II X4 B95 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3245 | Phenom II X4 B95 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i3-3245 and Phenom II X4 B95
Core i3-3245
The Core i3-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $69.
Phenom II X4 B95
The Phenom II X4 B95 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 October 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,427 points. Launch price was $80.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3245 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Phenom II X4 B95 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X4 B95 has 2 more cores. The Phenom II X4 B95 is built on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-3245 scores 2,412 against the Phenom II X4 B95's 2,427 — a 0.6% lead for the Phenom II X4 B95. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-3245 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X4 B95.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Phenom II X4 B95 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | — | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+13% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 6 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | — | Deneb (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,412 | 2,427 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3245 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X4 B95 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Phenom II X4 B95 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Core i3-3245) / not specified (Phenom II X4 B95). The Core i3-3245 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Phenom II X4 B95 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3245 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-3245 | Phenom II X4 B95 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
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