Phenom II X2 X640 BE vs Ryzen 7 5700X

Phenom II X2 X640 BE

2 Cores2 Thrd2 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2011

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Phenom II X2 X640 BE

2 / 2

2,839

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 / 16

26,609

+837.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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 X2 X640 BE is positioned at rank #136 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X2 X640 BE

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

98%

#124

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

310%

#125

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

306%

#126

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

280%

#127

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

279%

#128

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

277%

#130

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

267%

#131

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

256%

#132

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

256%

#133

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

249%

#136

Phenom II X2 X640 BE

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

100%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

100%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

99%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700X

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

105%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

105%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

105%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

103%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

103%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

103%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

103%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

102%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

102%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

102%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

102%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

102%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

101%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

101%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

100%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

100%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

99%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

99%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

98%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

98%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

98%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

98%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

98%

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

98%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

97%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

97%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

97%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

96%

#71

Core i5-14490F

MSRP: $209|Avg: $190

96%

#72

Core i5-12600KF

MSRP: $264|Avg: $190

96%

#73

Core i5-13600KF

MSRP: $249|Avg: $258

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 5700X (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Phenom II X2 X640 BE	Ryzen 7 5700X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Champlain (2010−2011) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Phenom II X2 X640 BE (2011) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Phenom II X2 X640 BE	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Phenom II X2 X640 BE Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5700X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Phenom II X2 X640 BE and Ryzen 7 5700X

Phenom II X2 X640 BE

The Phenom II X2 X640 BE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,839 points. Launch price was $149.

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Phenom II X2 X640 BE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Phenom II X2 X640 BE versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X — a 35.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X. The Phenom II X2 X640 BE uses the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X2 X640 BE scores 2,839 against the Ryzen 7 5700X's 26,609 — a 161.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X.

Feature	Phenom II X2 X640 BE	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	8 / 16+300%
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	4.6 GHz+44%
Base Clock	—	3.4 GHz
L3 Cache	—	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	512K (per core)
Process	45 nm	7 nm-84%
Architecture	Champlain (2010−2011)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	2,839	26,609+837%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	14,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,116
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	9,715

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Memory & Platform

The Phenom II X2 X640 BE uses the S1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Phenom II X2 X640 BE	Ryzen 7 5700X
Socket	S1	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 4.0+100%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	24

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X2 X640 BE) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.