AMD Athlon II X2 250 vs AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition
We do not have any performance data for the Athlon II X2 250 and the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Athlon II X2 250 and the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD Athlon II X2 250 CPU
The AMD Athlon II X2 250 is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2009. It is part of AMD's Athlon II X2 lineup, which is based on the Regor microarchitecture. The X2 250 is compatible with AMD Socket AM3 motherboards and is fabricated on a 45 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Athlon II X2 250 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Athlon II X2 250 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Athlon II X2 250 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Athlon II X2 250 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
About the AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition CPU
The AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2009. It is part of AMD's Phenom II X4 lineup, which is based on the Deneb microarchitecture. The X4 965 Black Edition is compatible with AMD Socket AM3 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 45 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Series | Athlon II X2 | Phenom II X4 |
| Market Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q2 2009 | Q4 2009 |
| Production Status | End-of-life | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
We do not have any performance data for the Athlon II X2 250 and the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Athlon II X2 250 and the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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|---|---|---|---|
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Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 518 | 1,143 (+120.66%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 302 | 377 (+24.83%) |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,139 | 2,604 (+128.62%) |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 1,178 | 1,358 (+15.28%) |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Foundry | -- | GlobalFoundries |
| Process Size | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Transistors | 410 million | 758 million |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Athlon II X2 | Phenom II X4 |
| Microarchitecture | Regor | Deneb |
| Codename | Regor | Deneb |
| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | No | Yes |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| Threads | 2 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 3.0 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Multiplier | 15.0x | 17.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 512 KB |
| L3 Cache | -- | 6 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket AM3 | AMD Socket AM3 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 65 W | 125 W |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Athlon II X2 250 | Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Motherboard Dependent | Motherboard Dependent |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, NX bit, AMD-V | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, NX bit, AMD-V, ABM |
* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.