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Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Xeon Bronze 3106
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 1100T BE is positioned at rank 22 and the Xeon Bronze 3106 is on rank 730, so the Phenom II X6 1100T BE 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 1100T BE
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3106
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($265) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($265) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Phenom II X6 1100T BE and Xeon Bronze 3106
Phenom II X6 1100T BE
The Phenom II X6 1100T BE 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 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 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: 5,745 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon Bronze 3106
The Xeon Bronze 3106 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 5,753 points. Launch price was $306.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X6 1100T BE packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Xeon Bronze 3106 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3106 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE versus 3 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3106 — a 20.9% clock advantage for the Phenom II X6 1100T BE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Phenom II X6 1100T BE uses the Thuban (2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Xeon Bronze 3106 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom II X6 1100T BE scores 5,745 against the Xeon Bronze 3106's 5,753 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Bronze 3106. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE vs 11 MB (total) on the Xeon Bronze 3106.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6 | 8 / 8+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+23% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+94% | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 11 MB (total)+83% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Thuban (2010) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 5,745 | 5,753 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 508 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X6 1100T BE uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon Bronze 3106 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE versus 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3106 — the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3106 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Phenom II X6 1100T BE) vs 6 (Xeon Bronze 3106). PCIe lanes: 16 (Phenom II X6 1100T BE) vs 48 (Xeon Bronze 3106) — the Xeon Bronze 3106 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 870,880G,890FX,970,990FX (Phenom II X6 1100T BE) and C621 (Xeon Bronze 3106).
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 | 2133+71000% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+4368967% | 768 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 48+200% |
Advanced Features
Only the Phenom II X6 1100T BE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Phenom II X6 1100T BE) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3106). Primary use case: Phenom II X6 1100T BE targets Enthusiast Legacy.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Enthusiast Legacy | — |
Value Analysis
The Phenom II X6 1100T BE launched at $265 MSRP, while the Xeon Bronze 3106 debuted at $395.
| Feature | Phenom II X6 1100T BE | Xeon Bronze 3106 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $265-33% | $395 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $395 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2017 |
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