Phenom X4 9100e vs Core i3-3217UE
Phenom X4 9100e
Core i3-3217UE
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 X4 9100e is positioned at rank 453 and the Core i3-3217UE is on rank 1187, so the Phenom X4 9100e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9100e
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3217UE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 X4 9100e and Core i3-3217UE
Phenom X4 9100e
The Phenom X4 9100e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,353 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-3217UE
The Core i3-3217UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,362 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom X4 9100e packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-3217UE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Phenom X4 9100e has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Phenom X4 9100e versus 1.6 GHz on the Core i3-3217UE — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Phenom X4 9100e. The Phenom X4 9100e uses the Agena (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i3-3217UE uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom X4 9100e scores 1,353 against the Core i3-3217UE's 1,362 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-3217UE. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9100e vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3217UE.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz+12% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 3 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Agena (2007−2008) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,353 | 1,362 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 353 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 790 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom X4 9100e uses the AM2+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-3217UE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2+ | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom X4 9100e) / Yes (Core i3-3217UE). The Core i3-3217UE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Phenom X4 9100e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3217UE targets Embedded.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Phenom X4 9100e launched at $200 MSRP, while the Core i3-3217UE debuted at $225. At current prices ($35 vs $35), the Core i3-3217UE is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Phenom X4 9100e delivers 38.7 pts/$ vs 38.9 pts/$ for the Core i3-3217UE — making the Core i3-3217UE the 0.7% better value option.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9100e | Core i3-3217UE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200-11% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $35 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.7 | 38.9 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2012 |
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