CPU
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Phenom II X2 B57
Pentium SU2700
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 Phenom II X2 B57 is positioned at rank 484 and the Pentium SU2700 is on rank 1022, so the Phenom II X2 B57 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X2 B57
Performance Per Dollar Pentium SU2700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X2 B57 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Callisto (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Penryn (2008−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X2 B57 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 X2 B57 and Pentium SU2700
Phenom II X2 B57
The Phenom II X2 B57 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Callisto (2009−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 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): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,260 points. Launch price was $149.
Pentium SU2700
The Pentium SU2700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Penryn (2008−2011) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: BGA956. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,268 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X2 B57 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium SU2700 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Phenom II X2 B57 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Phenom II X2 B57 versus 1.3 GHz on the Pentium SU2700 — a 84.4% clock advantage for the Phenom II X2 B57 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Phenom II X2 B57 uses the Callisto (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium SU2700 uses Penryn (2008−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X2 B57 scores 1,260 against the Pentium SU2700's 1,268 — a 0.6% lead for the Pentium SU2700. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X2 B57 vs 0 kB on the Pentium SU2700.
| Feature | Phenom II X2 B57 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2+100% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+146% | 1.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+146% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Callisto (2009−2010) | Penryn (2008−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,260 | 1,268 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X2 B57 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium SU2700 uses BGA956 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X2 B57 | Pentium SU2700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | BGA956 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
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