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Intel Pentium N3530 vs AMD Phenom II X4 N970

Intel
VS
AMD
Performance
Pentium N3530
1,8755% of 36,991
Phenom II X4 N9703% better
1,9405% of 36,991

The Phenom II X4 N970 has 3% better performance than the Pentium N3530 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Pentium N3530
No data available
Phenom II X4 N970
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Pentium N3530 and the Phenom II X4 N970 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Pentium N3530 CPU

The Intel Pentium N3530 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N3530 is compatible with FCBGA1170 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Pentium N3530 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 224 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 0 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium N3530 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 2160.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2580.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium N3530 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series. 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 N3530 has the 626th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.07% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

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.

General Info

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

InfoPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Market SegmentMobileMobile
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Pentium N3530
1,8755% of 36,991
Phenom II X4 N9703% better
1,9405% of 36,991

The Phenom II X4 N970 has 3% better performance than the Pentium N3530 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Pentium N3530 is ranked 626th with a score of 1,875, and the Phenom II X4 N970 is ranked 617th with a score of 1,940.

Performance per dollar
Pentium N3530
No data available
Phenom II X4 N970
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Pentium N3530 and the Phenom II X4 N970 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:Pentium N3530 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pentium B9701,989+6%
A6-52001,964.5+5%
Phenom II X4 N9701,940+3%
Celeron 63051,935.5+3%
Celeron N34501,925+3%
Celeron 1037U1,880+0%
Celeron J40051,877+0%
Pentium N35301,875
A8-64101,867-0%
A6-73101,849-1%

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:Pentium N3530 orPhenom II X4 N970
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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BenchmarkPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,875
1,940
(+3.47%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
130.5
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
39
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
549
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
189
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,201
1,662
(+38.38%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
704
903
(+28.27%)
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.

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Process Size22 nm45 nm

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.

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
CodenameBay Trail--

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.

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed2160.0 MHz2200.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2580.0 MHz--

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.

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
L1 Cache224 KB512 KB
L2 Cache2 MB2 MB
L3 Cache0 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.

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
SocketFCBGA1170S1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)7.5 W35 W
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPentium N3530Phenom II X4 N970
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics for Intel Atom Processor Z3700 Series--

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