CPU
GPU
Phenom II X6 1035T
Core i7-940
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 X6 1035T is positioned at rank 192 and the Core i7-940 is on rank 1071, so the Phenom II X6 1035T 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 X6 1035T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-940
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1035T | Core i7-940 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($90) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1035T | Core i7-940 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($90) |
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 X6 1035T and Core i7-940
Phenom II X6 1035T
The Phenom II X6 1035T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 April 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Thuban (2010) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 3,012 points. Launch price was $189.
Core i7-940
The Core i7-940 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Novembro 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,029 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X6 1035T packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i7-940 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Phenom II X6 1035T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1035T versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-940 — a 3.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-940 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.93 GHz). The Phenom II X6 1035T uses the Thuban (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-940 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X6 1035T scores 3,012 against the Core i7-940's 3,029 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-940. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X6 1035T vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-940.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1035T | Core i7-940 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.93 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Thuban (2010) | Bloomfield (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,012 | 3,029 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 2,670 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X6 1035T uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-940 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Memory channels: 2 (Phenom II X6 1035T) vs 3 (Core i7-940).
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1035T | Core i7-940 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 24 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 3+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 36 |
Advanced Features
Only the Phenom II X6 1035T has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Phenom II X6 1035T) vs VT-x (Core i7-940). Primary use case: Phenom II X6 1035T targets Budget, Core i7-940 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Phenom II X6 1035T rivals Core i5-750.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1035T | Core i7-940 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
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