AMD FX-9830P vs Intel Core i7-2960XM

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Performance
FX-9830P
3,080.58% of 36,991
Core i7-2960XM163% better
8,09822% of 36,991

The Core i7-2960XM has 163% better performance than the FX-9830P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
FX-9830P
No data available
Core i7-2960XM
7.396% of 121.53

The Core i7-2960XM has 6% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the AMD FX-9830P CPU

The AMD FX-9830P is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2016. It is part of AMD's FX lineup, which is based on the Bristol Ridge microarchitecture. The FX-9830P is compatible with AMD Socket FP4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 8CU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The FX-9830P supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the FX-9830P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 320 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The FX-9830P 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 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The FX-9830P includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7 8CU. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The FX-9830P has the 518th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.33% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-2960XM CPU

The Intel Core i7-2960XM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2011 with a suggested retail price of $1,096. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-2960XM is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-2960XM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-2960XM has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-2960XM features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-2960XM includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 3000. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-2960XM has the 306th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 21.89% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,098 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 7.39. This is the 208th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesFXCore i7 Extreme
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2016Q3 2011
Launch Price (MSRP)--$1,096
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
FX-9830P
3,080.58% of 36,991
Core i7-2960XM163% better
8,09822% of 36,991

The Core i7-2960XM has 163% better performance than the FX-9830P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The FX-9830P is ranked 518th with a score of 3,080.5, and the Core i7-2960XM is ranked 306th with a score of 8,098.

Performance per dollar
FX-9830P
No data available
Core i7-2960XM
7.396% of 121.53

The Core i7-2960XM has 14% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-2960XM's 7.39 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:FX-9830P or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-8259U8,528.5+177%
Core i7-4900MQ8,490+176%
Core i7-2960XM8,098+163%
Core i7-4810MQ8,012+160%
Core i7-4710MQ7,979+159%
Core i5-4200U3,122+1%
Core i7-2657M3,102+1%
FX-9830P3,080.5
Core i5-3427U3,065-1%
Core i5-7Y543,046-1%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:FX-9830P orCore i7-2960XM
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-5650U8.92+21%
Core i7-4940MX8.58+16%
Core i7-840QM8.25+12%
Core i7-5550U8.15+10%
Core i7-4930MX7.96+8%
Core i7-2960XM7.39
Core i7-820QM7.33-1%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-2%
Core m7-6Y756.82-8%

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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BenchmarkFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,080.5
8,098
(+162.88%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
301
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
93
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,526
1,963
(+28.64%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
609
(+1%)
603
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,307
4,754
(+43.76%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,568
1,598
(+1.91%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size28 nm32 nm
Transistors3,100 million1,160 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.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
SeriesFXCore i7 Extreme
MicroarchitectureBristol RidgeSandy Bridge
CodenameBristol RidgeSandy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed3.0 GHz2.7 GHz
Turbo Clock3.7 GHz3.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x27.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
L1 Cache320 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--8 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.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
SocketAMD Socket FP4Intel Socket G2 (988B)
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x8PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W55 W
TJ Max90 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecFX-9830PCore i7-2960XM
Integrated GraphicsRadeon R7 8CUIntel HD 3000
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, AMD64, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, FMA3, FMA4, F16C, TBM, XOP, AMD-V, EVP, Turbo CoreMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.