Phenom II X6 1065T vs Core i3-9100HL
Phenom II X6 1065T
Core i3-9100HL
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 X6 1065T is positioned at rank #1030 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 X6 1065T
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100HL
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+72%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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 1065T and Core i3-9100HL
Phenom II X6 1065T
The Phenom II X6 1065T 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 2.9 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: 3,412 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-9100HL
The Core i3-9100HL is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 3,454 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X6 1065T packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i3-9100HL offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom II X6 1065T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1065T versus 2.9 GHz on the Core i3-9100HL — a 15.9% clock advantage for the Phenom II X6 1065T (base: 2.9 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Phenom II X6 1065T uses the Thuban (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-9100HL uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X6 1065T scores 3,412 against the Core i3-9100HL's 3,454 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-9100HL. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+17% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+81% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Thuban (2010) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,412 | 3,454+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,037 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,373 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X6 1065T uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-9100HL uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4 2666 MHz |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom II X6 1065T) / true (Core i3-9100HL). The Core i3-9100HL includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 630), while the Phenom II X6 1065T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-9100HL targets Embedded.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Phenom II X6 1065T launched at $426 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100HL debuted at $225. At current prices ($170 vs $100), the Core i3-9100HL is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Phenom II X6 1065T delivers 20.1 pts/$ vs 34.5 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100HL — making the Core i3-9100HL the 53% better value option.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1065T | Core i3-9100HL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $426 | $225-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $170 | $100-41% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.1 | 34.5+72% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2019 |
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