Phenom II X3 P820
AMD
PassMark
1,560
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Phenom II X3 P820 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: S1. Thermal design power (TDP): 1.5 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,560 points. Launch price was $149.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Phenom II X3 P820 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Apex Legends
Counter-Strike 2
Cyberpunk 2077
Destiny 2
Final Fantasy XIV
Hogwarts Legacy
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Overwatch 2
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Phenom II X3 P820 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Phenom II X3 P820 is a 3-core / 3-thread processor based on the Champlain (2010−2011) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,560, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Phenom II X3 P820 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 3C / 3T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 1.8 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Champlain (2010−2011) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 45 nm |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1.5 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 384 kB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 3600 MHz |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 1,560 |
Memory & Platform
The Phenom II X3 P820 fits into the S1 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.
| Specification | Phenom II X3 P820 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | 3x AMD Phenom II |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | S1 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR3 |
Power & Cooling
The Phenom II X3 P820 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 1.5 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Phenom II X3 P820 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 1.5 MB |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #3039 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Phenom II X3 P820 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3039 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2009-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Series | 3x AMD Phenom II |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $149 |
| Release Date | 2009-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Champlain (2010−2011) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3039 |
Technical Specifications
9 specs
Technical Specifications
9 specs
| Cores | 3 |
| Threads | 3 |
| L1 Cache | 384 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB |
| Bus Speed | 3600 MHz |
| Max Frequency | 1.8 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Process Technology | 45 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
3 specs
Compatibility
3 specs
| Socket | S1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 1.5 MB |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR3 |
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