Counter-Strike 2
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Core i5-6500 vs Phenom II X4 925
The Core i5-6500 is much faster than the Phenom II X4 925 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core i5-650023% Score
- Up to 136% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 6 years and 3 months newer
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i5-6500 has a 14% higher base clock.
LGA1151
Sockethelp
AM3Skylake
Codenamehelp
DenebDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopHD Graphics 530
Integrated GPUhelp
On certain motherboards (Chipset feature)2133 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
1066 MHz (DDR2)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-6500 or Phenom II X4 925?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-6500 or Phenom II X4 925?expand_more
The Core i5-6500 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-6500 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 23/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-6500 and Phenom II X4 925?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-6500 scores 23/100, Phenom II X4 925 scores 0/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-6500 or Phenom II X4 925 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i5-6500 or Phenom II X4 925?expand_more
The Core i5-6500 is the stronger pick at 23/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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