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Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
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. The Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition is positioned at rank #146 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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 Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition and Ryzen Embedded V1202B
Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition
The Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 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): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,489 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen Embedded V1202B
The Ryzen Embedded V1202B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,512 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B — a 46.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B. The Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition uses the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition scores 3,489 against the Ryzen Embedded V1202B's 3,512 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1202B. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1202B.
| Feature | Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.2 GHz+60% |
| Base Clock | — | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+200% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Deneb (2009−2011) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,489 | 3,512 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1202B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II 42 TWKR Black Edition | Ryzen Embedded V1202B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
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