CPU
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Phenom II X6 1075T
Core i7-975
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 1075T is positioned at rank 145 and the Core i7-975 is on rank 1084, so the Phenom II X6 1075T 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 1075T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-975
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($245) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+394%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($245) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 1075T and Core i7-975
Phenom II X6 1075T
The Phenom II X6 1075T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Thuban (2010) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 3,500 points. Launch price was $260.
Core i7-975
The Core i7-975 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 3,527 points. Launch price was $476.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X6 1075T packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i7-975 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Phenom II X6 1075T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1075T versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-975 — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-975 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.33 GHz). The Phenom II X6 1075T uses the Thuban (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-975 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X6 1075T scores 3,500 against the Core i7-975's 3,527 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-975. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X6 1075T vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-975.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.33 GHz+11% |
| 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 | 3,500 | 3,527 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,896 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 679 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,960 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X6 1075T uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-975 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Phenom II X6 1075T) / not specified (Core i7-975). Primary use case: Phenom II X6 1075T targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Phenom II X6 1075T rivals Core i5-750.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Phenom II X6 1075T launched at $245 MSRP, while the Core i7-975 debuted at $999.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1075T | Core i7-975 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $245-75% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2009 |
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