Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) vs Atom x7211E
Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W)
Atom x7211E
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) is positioned at rank 240 and the Atom x7211E is on rank 240, so the Atom x7211E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W)
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7211E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) | Atom x7211E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Gracemont (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) | Atom x7211E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 965 BE (125W) and Atom x7211E
Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W)
The Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) 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. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,544 points. Launch price was $149.
Atom x7211E
The Atom x7211E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Gracemont (2023) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,553 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7211E offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) versus 3.2 GHz on the Atom x7211E — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) (base: 3.4 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) uses the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom x7211E uses Gracemont (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) scores 2,544 against the Atom x7211E's 2,553 — a 0.4% lead for the Atom x7211E. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) | Atom x7211E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+240% | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (total)+300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 10 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Deneb (2009−2011) | Gracemont (2023) |
| PassMark | 2,544 | 2,553 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x7211E uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) | Atom x7211E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 1 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 9 |
Advanced Features
The Atom x7211E includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (16EU)), while the Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 965 BE (125W) | Atom x7211E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics (16EU) |
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