AMD Ryzen 3 2300U vs AMD Phenom II X4 P960

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Performance
Ryzen 3 2300U237% better
5,19114% of 36,991
Phenom II X4 P960
1,5424% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 2300U has 237% better performance than the Phenom II X4 P960 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 2300U
No data available
Phenom II X4 P960
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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 3 2300U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 2300U is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2018. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 2300U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 2300U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 2300U 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 2300U 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 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 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 Ryzen 3 2300U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 6. 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 Ryzen 3 2300U has the 404th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 14.03% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

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.

General Info

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

InfoRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 3--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2018--
Production StatusActive--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 2300U237% better
5,19114% of 36,991
Phenom II X4 P960
1,5424% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 2300U has 237% better performance than the Phenom II X4 P960 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 2300U is ranked 404th with a score of 5,191, and the Phenom II X4 P960 is ranked 661st with a score of 1,542.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 2300U
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Phenom II X4 P960
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 3 2300U and the Phenom II X4 P960 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:Ryzen 3 2300U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-6567U5,251+1%
Core i7-7660U5,230+1%
Ryzen 3 2300U5,191
Core i3-1005G15,140-1%
Core i5-7360U5,036-3%
Celeron N29201,582-70%
A6-92251,568-70%
Phenom II X4 P9601,542-70%
Celeron 1017U1,532-70%
A4-5150M1,531-71%

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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BenchmarkRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
5,191
(+236.64%)
1,542
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,855
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
422.5
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
79
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,143
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
789
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,544
(+300%)
1,386
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,748
(+137.18%)
737
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.

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundries--
Process Size14 nm45 nm
Transistors4,500 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.

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
SeriesRyzen 3--
MicroarchitectureZen--
CodenameRaven Ridge--
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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.

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier20.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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.

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
L1 Cache128 KB512 KB
L2 Cache512 KB2 MB
L3 Cache4 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.

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
SocketAMD Socket FP5S1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W25 W

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 3 2300UPhenom II X4 P960
Integrated GraphicsRadeon Vega 6--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision Boost--

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