Phenom II X4 B97 vs Celeron G4930
Phenom II X4 B97
Celeron G4930
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 X4 B97 is positioned at rank #241 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 X4 B97
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4930
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($11) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($57) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Deneb (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+416%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($11) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($57) |
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 B97 and Celeron G4930
Phenom II X4 B97
The Phenom II X4 B97 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 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): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,540 points. Launch price was $100.
Celeron G4930
The Celeron G4930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,551 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X4 B97 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G4930 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom II X4 B97 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Phenom II X4 B97 versus 3.2 GHz on the Celeron G4930 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Phenom II X4 B97 uses the Deneb (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G4930 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X4 B97 scores 2,540 against the Celeron G4930's 2,551 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron G4930. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X4 B97 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G4930.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+200% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Deneb (2009−2011) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,540 | 2,551 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 672 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,229 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X4 B97 uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G4930 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X4 B97) / VT-x (Celeron G4930). The Celeron G4930 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Phenom II X4 B97 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G4930 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G4930 rivals Pentium G5420.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Phenom II X4 B97 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Celeron G4930 debuted at $42. At current prices ($11 vs $57), the Phenom II X4 B97 is $46 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Phenom II X4 B97 delivers 230.9 pts/$ vs 44.8 pts/$ for the Celeron G4930 — making the Phenom II X4 B97 the 135.1% better value option.
| Feature | Phenom II X4 B97 | Celeron G4930 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100 | $42-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $11-81% | $57 |
| Performance per Dollar | 230.9+415% | 44.8 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2019 |
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