Phenom X4 9750B vs Celeron 1017U
Phenom X4 9750B
Celeron 1017U
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 9750B is positioned at rank 1047 and the Celeron 1017U is on rank 975, so the Celeron 1017U 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 9750B
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1017U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Phenom X4 9750B | Celeron 1017U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($34) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Agena (2007−2008) / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Phenom X4 9750B | Celeron 1017U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($34) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 9750B and Celeron 1017U
Phenom X4 9750B
The Phenom X4 9750B 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: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,520 points. Launch price was $149.
Celeron 1017U
The Celeron 1017U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,508 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Phenom X4 9750B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron 1017U offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Phenom X4 9750B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Phenom X4 9750B versus 1.6 GHz on the Celeron 1017U — a 40% clock advantage for the Phenom X4 9750B. The Phenom X4 9750B uses the Agena (2007−2008) architecture (65 nm), while the Celeron 1017U uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Phenom X4 9750B scores 1,520 against the Celeron 1017U's 1,508 — a 0.8% lead for the Phenom X4 9750B. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Phenom X4 9750B vs 2 MB on the Celeron 1017U.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9750B | Celeron 1017U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+50% | 1.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | Agena (2007−2008) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,520 | 1,508 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom X4 9750B uses the AM2+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 1017U uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-1066 on the Phenom X4 9750B versus DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1017U — the Celeron 1017U supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1017U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AM2+,AM2 (Phenom X4 9750B) and Intel FCBGA1023 (Celeron 1017U).
| Feature | Phenom X4 9750B | Celeron 1017U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM2+ | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-1066 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Phenom X4 9750B) / not specified (Celeron 1017U). The Celeron 1017U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge)), while the Phenom X4 9750B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Phenom X4 9750B targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Phenom X4 9750B | Celeron 1017U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | — |
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