Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) vs Core i5-6500TE
Phenom II X6 1055T (95W)
Core i5-6500TE
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 X6 1055T (95W) is positioned at rank 37 and the Core i5-6500TE is on rank 671, so the Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X6 1055T (95W)
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6500TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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 1055T (95W) and Core i5-6500TE
Phenom II X6 1055T (95W)
The Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Thuban (2010) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 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: 4,965 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-6500TE
The Core i5-6500TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,917 points. Launch price was $192.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i5-6500TE offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-6500TE — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) uses the Thuban (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i5-6500TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) scores 4,965 against the Core i5-6500TE's 4,917 — a 1% lead for the Phenom II X6 1055T (95W). Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+22% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Thuban (2010) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 4,965 | 4,917 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-6500TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1055T (95W) | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
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