CPU
GPU
Core i5-750
Phenom II X4 B97
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 i5-750 is positioned at rank 960 and the Phenom II X4 B97 is on rank 241, so the Phenom II X4 B97 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-750
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 B97
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($11) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+172%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($11) |
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 i5-750 and Phenom II X4 B97
Core i5-750
The Core i5-750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,546 points. Launch price was $150.
Phenom II X4 B97
The Phenom II X4 B97 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 2,540 points. Launch price was $100.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-750 and Phenom II X4 B97 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-750 versus 3.2 GHz on the Phenom II X4 B97 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.66 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-750 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Phenom II X4 B97 uses Deneb (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-750 scores 2,546 against the Phenom II X4 B97's 2,540 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-750. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-750 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X4 B97.
| Feature | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz | 3.2 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Lynnfield (2009−2010) | Deneb (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,546 | 2,540 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 424 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-750 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Phenom II X4 B97 uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | AM3 |
| 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, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-750) / not specified (Phenom II X4 B97). Primary use case: Core i5-750 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-750 rivals Phenom II X4 965.
| Feature | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-750 launched at $210 MSRP, while the Phenom II X4 B97 debuted at $100. At current prices ($30 vs $11), the Phenom II X4 B97 is $19 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-750 delivers 84.9 pts/$ vs 230.9 pts/$ for the Phenom II X4 B97 — making the Phenom II X4 B97 the 92.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-750 | Phenom II X4 B97 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $210 | $100-52% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $11-63% |
| Performance per Dollar | 84.9 | 230.9+172% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2010 |
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