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AMD Phenom II X4 973

Explore AMD Phenom II X4 973 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
3.3/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Phenom II X4 973 is a Desktop processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 3.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2204 and a single-thread rating of 1180.

CPU Mark2,204
12 samples
Single Thread1,180
Overall rank#3,708
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
3.3Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Phenom II X4 973 is a Desktop processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 3.2 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 2204 and a single-thread rating of 1180.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The AMD Phenom II X4 973 is a Desktop released in 2010. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 2,204 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 2,204 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,180 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. 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 II X4 973 specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 2,204 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the AMD Phenom II X4 973 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 II X4 973?

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 II X4 973 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.

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Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

02AMD Phenom II X4 973This CPU2,204 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

03AMD Phenom II X4 973This CPU1,180 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Single ThreadMOps/Sec
1,180.00

Core specifications

BrandAMD
CategoryDesktop
Release year2010
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock3.20 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I4 x 64 KB
L1D4 x 64 KB
L24 x 512 KB
L36 MB