AMD A10-6800K vs Intel Core i3-3220

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Performance
A10-6800K
4,06611% of 36,991
Core i3-32201% better
4,12211% of 36,991

The Core i3-3220 has 1% better performance than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A10-6800K
28.6324% of 121.53
Core i3-3220
No data available

The A10-6800K has 24% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the AMD A10-6800K CPU

The AMD A10-6800K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $142. It is part of AMD's A10 lineup, which is based on the Richland microarchitecture. The A10-6800K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8670D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A10-6800K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A10-6800K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 192 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A10-6800K 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 4.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The A10-6800K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8670D. 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 & Value

The A10-6800K has the 446th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.99% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,066 score and $142 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 28.63. This is the 125th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i3-3220 CPU

The Intel Core i3-3220 is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2012. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i3-3220 is compatible with Intel Socket 1155 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 2500 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-3220 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-3220 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-3220 features 2 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 3.3 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-3220 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 2500. 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 Core i3-3220 has the 443rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.14% 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.

InfoA10-6800KCore i3-3220
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA10Core i3
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2013Q3 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)$142--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A10-6800K
4,06611% of 36,991
Core i3-32201% better
4,12211% of 36,991

The Core i3-3220 has 1% better performance than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A10-6800K is ranked 446th with a score of 4,066, and the Core i3-3220 is ranked 443rd with a score of 4,122.

Performance per dollar
A10-6800K
28.6324% of 121.53
Core i3-3220
No data available

The A10-6800K has 54% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

A10-6800K's 28.63 performance per dollar ranks it 125th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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:A10-6800K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 3 12005,975+47%
Core i5-34705,575+37%
Core i5-6600T5,406+33%
Core i5-7505,193+28%
Core i3-32204,122+1%
Core i9-9900T4,080+0%
A10-6800K4,066
A10-7850K3,979-2%
A8-5600K3,965-2%

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:A10-6800K orCore i3-3220
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-4790K31.1+9%
Core i5-2500K30.42+6%
Core i5-347030.3+6%
Core i7-3770K29.45+3%
Core i7-479029.27+2%
A10-6800K28.63
Core i7-4790S27.7-3%
Core i7-5775C27.26-5%
Core i7-2600K26.9-6%
Core i5-6600T25.38-11%

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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BenchmarkA10-6800KCore i3-3220
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,066
4,122
(+1.38%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
326
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
100
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,142
(+5.25%)
1,085
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
482
529
(+9.75%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,204
(+41.64%)
2,262
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,603
1,728
(+7.8%)
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.

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size32 nm22 nm
Transistors1,303 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.

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
SeriesA10Core i3
MicroarchitectureRichlandIvy Bridge
CodenameRichlandIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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.

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed4.1 GHz3.3 GHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier41.0x33.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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.

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
L1 Cache192 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--3 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.

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
SocketAMD Socket FM2Intel Socket 1155
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)100 W55 W
Tcase Max74 °C65 °C
TJ Max74 °C67.4 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA10-6800KCore i3-3220
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 8670DIntel HD 2500
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, BMI1, FMA3, FMA4, AMD64, CLMUL, CnQ, NX bit, AMD-V, XOP, ABM, TBM, F16C, PowerNow!, Turbo Core 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, XD bit, VT-x, TXT

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