Performance
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991
Athlon 300U24% better
3,4279% of 36,991
The Athlon 300U has 24% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Performance per dollar
A12-9720P
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Athlon 300U
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Summary
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About the AMD A12-9720P CPU
The AMD A12-9720P is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The A12-9720P is compatible with BGA (FP4) motherboards and is fabricated on a 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 Series integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
In terms of cache, the A12-9720P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 512 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The A12-9720P 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 2700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.
Integrated Graphics
The A12-9720P includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7 Series. 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 A12-9720P has the 538th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.46% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the AMD Athlon 300U CPU
The AMD Athlon 300U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2019. It is part of AMD's Athlon lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 300U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 3 integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Athlon 300U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Athlon 300U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Athlon 300U 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 2.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.3 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 Athlon 300U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 3. 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 Athlon 300U has the 493rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 9.26% 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.
| Info | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Series | -- | Athlon |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | -- | Q1 2019 |
| Production Status | -- | Active |
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Benchmark Performance
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Performance
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991
Athlon 300U24% better
3,4279% of 36,991
The Athlon 300U has 24% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The A12-9720P is ranked 538th with a score of 2,761, and the Athlon 300U is ranked 493rd with a score of 3,427.
Performance per dollar
A12-9720P
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Athlon 300U
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A12-9720P and the Athlon 300U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
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.
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| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-5300U | 3,439 | +25% |
| Core i3-7100U | 3,428 | +24% |
| Athlon 300U | 3,427 | +24% |
| Core i7-4600U | 3,423.5 | +24% |
| Core i7-3517U | 3,409 | +23% |
| Core i3-2330M | 2,786 | +1% |
| A10-5757M | 2,772 | +0% |
| A12-9720P | 2,761 | |
| FX-8800P | 2,753.5 | -0% |
| Core m3-7Y32 | 2,747 | -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.
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| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs. | |||
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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| Benchmark | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
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| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 2,761 | 3,427 (+24.12%) |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | -- | 1,361 |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 234.5 | 308 (+31.34%) |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 72.5 | 119 (+64.14%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 1,166 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 515 | -- |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 2,637 | 3,923 (+48.77%) |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 1,321 | 1,799 (+36.18%) |
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.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Foundry | -- | GlobalFoundries |
| Process Size | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Transistors | 3,100 million | 4,500 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.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Series | -- | Athlon |
| Microarchitecture | -- | Zen |
| Codename | Bristol Ridge | Raven Ridge 2 |
| Memory Support | -- | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | -- | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | -- | No |
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.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 2700.0 MHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 3600.0 MHz | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | -- | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | -- | 24.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | -- | No |
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.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 512 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 512 KB |
| L3 Cache | -- | 4 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.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA (FP4) | AMD Socket FP5 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W | 15 W |
| TJ Max | 90 °C | -- |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | A12-9720P | Athlon 300U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon R7 Series | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Extensions / Technologies | -- | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.