CPU·Budget

Phenom X4 9500

AMD

PassMark

1,564

MSRP

$247

AVG Price

$30

2009-01-01

95 Watt

Agena (2007−2008)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Phenom X4 9500

4 / 4

1,564

0.0%

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Overview

The Phenom X4 9500 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: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: AM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,564 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 X4 9500

#705

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

106%

#706

Celeron G3900

MSRP: $42|Avg: $39

106%

#707

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

106%

#708

Athlon 64 X2 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $20

105%

#709

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

105%

#710

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

105%

#711

Core i7-3930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $150

105%

#712

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

105%

#713

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

104%

#714

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

104%

#715

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

103%

#716

FX-770K

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $59

103%

#717

Core i3-9100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $125

101%

#718

Phenom II X3 B77

MSRP: $281|Avg: $35

101%

#719

Core i9-10900X

MSRP: $590|Avg: $425

101%

#720

Phenom X4 9500

MSRP: $247|Avg: $30

100%

#721

Core i7-8700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $196

100%

#722

Ryzen 5 3600XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $357

100%

#723

Core 2 Duo E8300

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

100%

#724

Core i9-10980XE

MSRP: $979|Avg: $620

100%

#725

Core i5-8500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $149

100%

#726

Celeron G3930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $39

100%

#727

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE

MSRP: $149|Avg: N/A

99%

#728

Core i9-9900KF

MSRP: $488|Avg: $350

99%

#729

Core i7-3770T

MSRP: $278|Avg: $105

99%

#730

Ryzen Embedded V2748

MSRP: $309|Avg: $359

99%

#731

A8-3800

MSRP: $130|Avg: $40

98%

#732

Core i7-5775C

MSRP: $366|Avg: $150

98%

#733

Core i7-7800X

MSRP: $383|Avg: $254

98%

#734

Core i3-9350K

MSRP: $184|Avg: $150

97%

#735

Pentium G3420

MSRP: $86|Avg: $40

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Phenom X4 9500 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Phenom X4 9500 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Phenom X4 9500 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Agena (2007−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.2 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 1,564, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Phenom X4 9500
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Agena (2007−2008)
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	1,564

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Memory & Platform

The Phenom X4 9500 fits into the AM2+ socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Phenom X4 9500
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 X4 9500 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 X4 9500
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	95 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $247), the Phenom X4 9500 delivers 52 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2766 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Phenom X4 9500
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$247
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$30
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2766
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2007
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	Agena (2007−2008)
Performance Ranking Position	2766

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	4
Threads	4
Die Size	285 mm2
L1 Cache	128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	2 MB (total)
Max Frequency	2.2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	450 million
Process Technology	65 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-