AMD Phenom II X4 N970 vs Intel Pentium 2129Y

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Performance
Phenom II X4 N97070% better
1,9405% of 36,991
Pentium 2129Y
1,1383% of 36,991

The Phenom II X4 N970 has 70% better performance than the Pentium 2129Y for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Phenom II X4 N970
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Pentium 2129Y
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Summary

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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 618th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 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 Pentium 2129Y CPU

The Intel Pentium 2129Y is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2012. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The 2129Y is compatible with Intel BGA 1023 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium 2129Y supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium 2129Y 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 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium 2129Y 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 1100.0 MHz. 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 Pentium 2129Y includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD. 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 Pentium 2129Y has the 695th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.08% 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.

InfoPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Series--Pentium
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q3 2012
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Phenom II X4 N97070% better
1,9405% of 36,991
Pentium 2129Y
1,1383% of 36,991

The Phenom II X4 N970 has 70% better performance than the Pentium 2129Y for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Phenom II X4 N970 is ranked 618th with a score of 1,940, and the Pentium 2129Y is ranked 695th with a score of 1,138.

Performance per dollar
Phenom II X4 N970
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Pentium 2129Y
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Phenom II X4 N970 and the Pentium 2129Y 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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Phenom II X4 N970 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium B9701,989+3%
A6-52001,964.5+1%
Phenom II X4 N9701,940
Celeron 63051,935.5-0%
Celeron N34501,925-1%
Atom x7-Z87001,186-39%
Atom Z3736F1,144-41%
Pentium 2129Y1,138-41%
A6 Pro-7050B1,133-42%
Atom x5-Z83001,123.5-42%

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.

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CPUPerformance 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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BenchmarkPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,940
(+70.47%)
1,138
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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72
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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39
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,662
(+183.13%)
587
CPU Mark Single-Thread
903
(+60.11%)
564
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.

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size45 nm22 nm
Transistors--1,400 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.

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
Series--Pentium
Microarchitecture--Ivy Bridge
Codename--Ivy Bridge
Memory Support--DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
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.

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
Cores42
Threads42
Clock Speed2200.0 MHz1100.0 MHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--11.0x
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.

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
L1 Cache512 KB64 KB
L2 Cache2 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--2 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.

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
SocketS1Intel BGA 1023
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W10 W
TJ Max--105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPhenom II X4 N970Pentium 2129Y
Integrated Graphics--Intel HD
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, Smart Cache

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