AMD Phenom II X4 P960 vs Intel Core M-5Y31

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Performance
Phenom II X4 P960
1,5424% of 36,991
Core M-5Y3113% better
1,738.55% of 36,991

The Core M-5Y31 has 13% better performance than the Phenom II X4 P960 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Phenom II X4 P960
No data available
Core M-5Y31
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Summary

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About the AMD Phenom II X4 P960 CPU

The AMD Phenom II X4 P960 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The X4 P960 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 P960 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 P960 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 1800.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Phenom II X4 P960 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 P960 has the 661st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.17% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core M-5Y31 CPU

The Intel Core M-5Y31 is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2014. It is part of Intel's Core M lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-Y microarchitecture. The M-5Y31 is compatible with Intel BGA 1234 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5300 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core M-5Y31 supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core M-5Y31 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core M-5Y31 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 900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.4 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 M-5Y31 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5300. 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 Core M-5Y31 has the 642nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.70% 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 P960Core M-5Y31
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Series--Core M
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q4 2014
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Phenom II X4 P960
1,5424% of 36,991
Core M-5Y3113% better
1,738.55% of 36,991

The Core M-5Y31 has 13% better performance than the Phenom II X4 P960 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Phenom II X4 P960 is ranked 661st with a score of 1,542, and the Core M-5Y31 is ranked 642nd with a score of 1,738.5.

Performance per dollar
Phenom II X4 P960
No data available
Core M-5Y31
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Phenom II X4 P960 and the Core M-5Y31 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 P960 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium 3556U1,756+14%
Pentium N37101,742.5+13%
Core M-5Y311,738.5+13%
Core i5-4300Y1,738+13%
Atom x5-Z85501,737+13%
Celeron N29201,582+3%
A6-92251,568+2%
Phenom II X4 P9601,542
Celeron 1017U1,532-1%
A4-5150M1,531-1%

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.

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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 P960Core M-5Y31
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,542
1,738.5
(+12.74%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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208
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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98
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,386
1,911
(+37.88%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
737
1,258
(+70.69%)
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 P960Core M-5Y31
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size45 nm14 nm
Transistors--1,300 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 P960Core M-5Y31
Series--Core M
Microarchitecture--Broadwell-Y
Codename--Broadwell-Y
Memory Support--DDR4
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 P960Core M-5Y31
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed1800.0 MHz900.0 MHz
Turbo Clock--2.4 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--9.0x
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 P960Core M-5Y31
L1 Cache512 KB64 KB
L2 Cache2 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--4 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 P960Core M-5Y31
SocketS1Intel BGA 1234
Thermal Design Power (TDP)25 W5 W
TJ Max--95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPhenom II X4 P960Core M-5Y31
Integrated Graphics--Intel HD 5300
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT

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