Phenom II X4 905e vs Pentium Dual Core T3400
Phenom II X4 905e
Pentium Dual Core T3400
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 X4 905e is positioned at rank #316 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 905e
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Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X4 905e | Pentium Dual Core T3400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X4 905e | Pentium Dual Core T3400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) |
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 X4 905e and Pentium Dual Core T3400
Phenom II X4 905e
The Phenom II X4 905e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 June 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 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: 2,014 points. Launch price was $212.
Pentium Dual Core T3400
The Pentium Dual Core T3400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.16 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 2,026 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X4 905e packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium Dual Core T3400 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom II X4 905e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Phenom II X4 905e versus 2.16 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T3400 — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Phenom II X4 905e. The Phenom II X4 905e uses the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Pentium Dual Core T3400 uses NetBurst (2000−2006) (65 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X4 905e scores 2,014 against the Pentium Dual Core T3400's 2,026 — a 0.6% lead for the Pentium Dual Core T3400.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 905e | Pentium Dual Core T3400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz+16% | 2.16 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm-31% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Deneb (2009−2011) | NetBurst (2000−2006) |
| PassMark | 2,014 | 2,026 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X4 905e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium Dual Core T3400 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 905e | Pentium Dual Core T3400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | PGA478 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
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