AMD Phenom II X4 N970 vs Intel Core i5-450M
The Core i5-450M has 15% better performance than the Phenom II X4 N970 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Phenom II X4 N970 and the Core i5-450M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD Phenom II X4 N970 CPU
The AMD Phenom II X4 N970 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The X4 N970 is compatible with S1 motherboards and is fabricated on a 45 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
In terms of cache, the Phenom II X4 N970 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 512 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 Phenom II X4 N970 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 2200.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.
Integrated Graphics
The Phenom II X4 N970 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
Benchmark Performance
The Phenom II X4 N970 has the 617th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.24% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the Intel Core i5-450M CPU
The Intel Core i5-450M is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2010. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Arrandale microarchitecture. The i5-450M is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Core i5-450M supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-450M 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 3 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core i5-450M features 2 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 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 2.7 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 Core i5-450M does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
Benchmark Performance
The Core i5-450M has the 593rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.01% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | -- | Core i5 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | -- | Q3 2010 |
| Production Status | -- | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The Core i5-450M has 15% better performance than the Phenom II X4 N970 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Phenom II X4 N970 is ranked 617th with a score of 1,940, and the Core i5-450M is ranked 593rd with a score of 2,222.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Phenom II X4 N970 and the Core i5-450M 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.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| FX-7500 | 2,236.5 | +15% |
| A10-4655M | 2,236 | +15% |
| Core i5-450M | 2,222 | +15% |
| Celeron N4100 | 2,213 | +14% |
| Pentium B980 | 2,203.5 | +14% |
| Pentium B970 | 1,989 | +3% |
| A6-5200 | 1,964.5 | +1% |
| Phenom II X4 N970 | 1,940 | |
| Celeron 6305 | 1,935.5 | -0% |
| Celeron N3450 | 1,925 | -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.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs. | |||
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 | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 1,940 | 2,222 (+14.54%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | -- | 679 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | -- | 346 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,662 (+34.57%) | 1,235 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 903 | 1,042 (+15.39%) |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | -- | Intel |
| Process Size | 45 nm | 32 nm |
| Transistors | -- | 382 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 | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Series | -- | Core i5 |
| Microarchitecture | -- | Arrandale |
| Codename | -- | Arrandale |
| Memory Support | -- | DDR3 |
| ECC Memory | -- | No |
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 | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 2200.0 MHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | -- | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | -- | 133 MHz |
| Multiplier | -- | 18.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | -- | No |
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 | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 512 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | -- | 3 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 | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | S1 | Intel Socket G1 |
| PCI Express | -- | PCIe 2.0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W | 35 W |
| TJ Max | -- | 105 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Phenom II X4 N970 | Core i5-450M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | -- | Motherboard Dependent |
| Extensions / Technologies | -- | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, Turbo Boost, AES-NI, Smart Cache |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.