CPU
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Pentium M 735
Phenom II X3 700e
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 Pentium M 735 is positioned at rank 1207 and the Phenom II X3 700e is on rank 972, so the Phenom II X3 700e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 735
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X3 700e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($294) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Heka (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+631%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($294) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 Pentium M 735 and Phenom II X3 700e
Pentium M 735
The Pentium M 735 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,459 points. Launch price was $69.
Phenom II X3 700e
The Phenom II X3 700e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Heka (2009−2010) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Pentium M 735 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Phenom II X3 700e offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Phenom II X3 700e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.7 GHz on the Pentium M 735 versus 2.4 GHz on the Phenom II X3 700e — a 34.1% clock advantage for the Phenom II X3 700e (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Pentium M 735 uses the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture (90 nm), while the Phenom II X3 700e uses Heka (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium M 735 scores 1,459 against the Phenom II X3 700e's 1,451 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium M 735. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium M 735 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X3 700e.
| Feature | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 3 / 3+200% |
| Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz | 2.4 GHz+41% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 2.4 GHz+41% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | 45 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Dothan (2004−2005) | Heka (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,459 | 1,451 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 650 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium M 735 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Phenom II X3 700e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR-333 on the Pentium M 735 versus DDR3-1333 on the Phenom II X3 700e — the Phenom II X3 700e supports -203.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Phenom II X3 700e supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Pentium M 735) vs 2 (Phenom II X3 700e). PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium M 735) vs 16 (Phenom II X3 700e) — the Phenom II X3 700e offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR-333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 16 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Phenom II X3 700e has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: None (Pentium M 735) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X3 700e). Primary use case: Pentium M 735 targets Mobile Legacy, Phenom II X3 700e targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile Legacy | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Pentium M 735 launched at $294 MSRP, while the Phenom II X3 700e debuted at $125.
| Feature | Pentium M 735 | Phenom II X3 700e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294 | $125-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $40 |
| Release Date | 2004 | 2009 |
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