CPU·Budget

Phenom X3 8600

AMD

PassMark

1,267

MSRP

$100

AVG Price

$20

2009-01-01

95 Watt

Toliman (2008)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Phenom X3 8600

3 / 3

1,267

0.0%

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Overview

The Phenom X3 8600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Toliman (2008) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Max frequency: 2.3 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: 1,267 points. Launch price was $149.

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Phenom X3 8600

#639

E1-1500

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

104%

#640

Core i3-7101TE

MSRP: $117|Avg: $60

104%

#641

Core i7-9700F

MSRP: $323|Avg: $200

104%

#642

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1419

103%

#643

Core i9-11900KB

MSRP: $539|Avg: $350

102%

#644

Core i5-9500F

MSRP: $187|Avg: $154

102%

#645

Athlon 64 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $10

102%

#646

Core i7-10700F

MSRP: $310|Avg: $250

102%

#647

Core i7-7740X

MSRP: $339|Avg: $150

102%

#648

Core i7-10700T

MSRP: $355|Avg: $200

102%

#649

Celeron G5920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

102%

#650

Core i3-10105T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $122

101%

#651

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

101%

#652

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

100%

#653

Celeron G1850

MSRP: $42|Avg: $30

100%

#654

Phenom X3 8600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#655

Core i7-6700K

MSRP: $350|Avg: $142

99%

#656

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

99%

#657

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

99%

#658

Pentium E2180

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

99%

#659

Athlon II X2 250u

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#660

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

98%

#661

Core i7-4790T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $102

98%

#662

FX-8370

MSRP: $199|Avg: $100

98%

#663

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

97%

#664

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

97%

#665

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

97%

#666

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

97%

#667

Core i3-2105

MSRP: $138|Avg: $30

97%

#668

Core i3-4130

MSRP: $117|Avg: $55

96%

#669

Pentium G3250T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $30

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Phenom X3 8600 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Phenom X3 8600 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Phenom X3 8600 is a 3-core / 3-thread processor based on the Toliman (2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 128 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,267, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Phenom X3 8600
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	3C / 3T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Toliman (2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	285 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	450 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,267

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Memory & Platform

The Phenom X3 8600 fits into the AM2+ socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Phenom X3 8600
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM2+
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Phenom X3 8600 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 95 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Phenom X3 8600
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	95 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $100), the Phenom X3 8600 delivers 63 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2908 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Phenom X3 8600
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2908
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2008
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.

3 categories

General Information

6 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$149
Release Date	2009-01-01
Architecture Codename	Toliman (2008)
Performance Ranking Position	2908

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	3
Threads	3
Die Size	285 mm2
L1 Cache	128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)
Max Frequency	2.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	450 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-