Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
2.7Outdated for demanding workloads
AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 is a Desktop processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2080 and a single-thread rating of 0.
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AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000
Explore AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.
Last updated: 2026-10-202.7/ 10
Technical rating
Outdated for demanding workloads
AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 is a Desktop processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2080 and a single-thread rating of 0.
CPU Mark2,080
1 samples
Single Thread0
Overall rank#3,791
of 6,054
Reference price—
Outdated for demanding workloads
Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 is a Desktop released in 2010. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 2,080 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Read the performance results
The 2,080 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 specifications?
The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 2,080 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000 use?
A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
01Intel Pentium G3260 @ 3.30GHzIntel2,088 points
02Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 @ 2.66GHzIntel2,088 points
03AMD A6-3650 APUAMD2,088 points
04Intel Core i3-3240T @ 2.90GHzIntel2,087 points
05AMD Phenom 2 X4 12000This CPU2,080 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Intel Pentium G3260 @ 3.30GHzIntel1,855 points
02Intel Core i3-3240T @ 2.90GHzIntel1,539 points
03Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 @ 2.66GHzIntel1,142 points
04AMD A6-3650 APUAMD1,043 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01Intel Core i3-3240T @ 2.90GHzIntel59.6 Mark/W
02Intel Pentium G3260 @ 3.30GHzIntel39.4 Mark/W
03Intel Core2 Quad Q8400 @ 2.66GHzIntel22.0 Mark/W
04AMD A6-3650 APUAMD20.9 Mark/W
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Detailed benchmark results
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
No sub-test data is available yet.
Core specifications
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Category | Desktop |
| Release year | 2010 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 4 / 4 |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | — |
| Integrated graphics | — |
Memory support
| Memory type | — |
|---|---|
| Official speed | — |
| Maximum capacity | — |
Cache hierarchy
No structured cache data.