Phenom X4 9350e vs Core i7-720QM
Phenom X4 9350e
Core i7-720QM
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 9350e is positioned at rank 384 and the Core i7-720QM is on rank 1218, so the Phenom X4 9350e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Phenom X4 9350e
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-720QM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom X4 9350e | Core i7-720QM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($364) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarksfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom X4 9350e | Core i7-720QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($364) |
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 X4 9350e and Core i7-720QM
Phenom X4 9350e
The Phenom X4 9350e 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: 2 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: 1,659 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-720QM
The Core i7-720QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Clarksfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,658 points. Launch price was $546.
Processing Power
The Phenom X4 9350e packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-720QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Phenom X4 9350e versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-720QM — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-720QM. The Phenom X4 9350e uses the Agena (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Core i7-720QM uses Clarksfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom X4 9350e scores 1,659 against the Core i7-720QM's 1,658 — a 0.1% lead for the Phenom X4 9350e. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9350e vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-720QM.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9350e | Core i7-720QM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 6 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 45 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Agena (2007−2008) | Clarksfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 1,659 | 1,658 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom X4 9350e uses the AM2+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-720QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9350e | Core i7-720QM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2+ | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 8 |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Phenom X4 9350e) / true (Core i7-720QM). Direct competitor: Core i7-720QM rivals Core 2 Quad Q9000.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9350e | Core i7-720QM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
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