AMD A10-7850K vs Intel Core i5-3470

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Performance
A10-7850K
3,97911% of 36,991
Core i5-347040% better
5,57515% of 36,991

The Core i5-3470 has 40% better performance than the A10-7850K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A10-7850K
No data available
Core i5-3470
30.325% of 121.53

The Core i5-3470 has 25% 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 A10-7850K CPU

The AMD A10-7850K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2014. It is part of AMD's A10 lineup, which is based on the Kaveri microarchitecture. The A10-7850K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2+ motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A10-7850K supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the A10-7850K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 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 A10-7850K 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 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 A10-7850K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7. 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 A10-7850K has the 455th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.76% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-3470 CPU

The Intel Core i5-3470 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012 with a suggested retail price of $184. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i5-3470 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 i5-3470 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-3470 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 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-3470 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 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-3470 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 & Value

The Core i5-3470 has the 393rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 15.07% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 5,575 score and $184 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 30.3. This is the 119th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoA10-7850KCore i5-3470
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA10Core i5
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2014Q2 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)--$184
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A10-7850K
3,97911% of 36,991
Core i5-347040% better
5,57515% of 36,991

The Core i5-3470 has 40% better performance than the A10-7850K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A10-7850K is ranked 455th with a score of 3,979, and the Core i5-3470 is ranked 393rd with a score of 5,575.

Performance per dollar
A10-7850K
No data available
Core i5-3470
30.325% of 121.53

The Core i5-3470 has 57% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-3470's 30.3 performance per dollar ranks it 0th 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:A10-7850K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-64006,283+58%
Ryzen 3 12005,975+50%
Core i5-34705,575+40%
Core i5-6600T5,406+36%
Core i9-9900T4,080+3%
A10-6800K4,066+2%
A10-7850K3,979
A8-5600K3,965-0%
A8-6600K3,944-1%

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:A10-7850K orCore i5-3470
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-6700K33.12+9%
Core i7-670032.45+7%
Core i5-6600K32.04+6%
Core i7-4790K31.1+3%
Core i5-2500K30.42+0%
Core i5-347030.3
Core i7-3770K29.45-3%
Core i7-479029.27-3%
A10-6800K28.63-5%
Core i7-4790S27.7-9%

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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BenchmarkA10-7850KCore i5-3470
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,979
5,575
(+40.11%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,695
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
318
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
86
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,131
1,839
(+62.6%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
453
621
(+37.09%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,408
4,677
(+37.24%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,504
1,940
(+28.99%)
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.

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size28 nm22 nm
Transistors2,411 million1,400 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.

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
SeriesA10Core i5
MicroarchitectureKaveriIvy Bridge
CodenameKaveriIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-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.

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed3.7 GHz3.2 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz3.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier37.0x32.0x
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.

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
L1 Cache256 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--6 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.

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
SocketAMD Socket FM2+Intel Socket 1155
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95 W77 W
Tcase Max74 °C67 °C
TJ Max72.4 °C67.4 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA10-7850KCore i5-3470
Integrated GraphicsRadeon R7Intel 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, Turbo Core 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, vPro, TXT, AES-NI, SIPP

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