AMD A12-9720P vs Intel Core i3-2330M

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Performance
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991
Core i3-2330M1% better
2,7868% of 36,991

The Core i3-2330M has 1% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A12-9720P
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Core i3-2330M
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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 Intel Core i3-2330M CPU

The Intel Core i3-2330M is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2011. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The i3-2330M is compatible with Intel BGA 1023 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 3000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-2330M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-2330M 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 i3-2330M 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 2.2 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 i3-2330M includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 3000. 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 i3-2330M has the 536th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.53% 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.

InfoA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Series--Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2011
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991
Core i3-2330M1% better
2,7868% of 36,991

The Core i3-2330M has 1% 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 Core i3-2330M is ranked 536th with a score of 2,786.

Performance per dollar
A12-9720P
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Core i3-2330M
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A12-9720P and the Core i3-2330M 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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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4610Y2,811+2%
Core i3-2350M2,809+2%
Core i5-2537M2,803+2%
Celeron J41152,792.5+1%
Core i3-2330M2,786+1%
A10-5757M2,772+0%
A12-9720P2,761
FX-8800P2,753.5-0%
Core m3-7Y322,747-1%
Core i5-480M2,741-1%

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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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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BenchmarkA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,761
2,786
(+0.91%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
234.5
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
72.5
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,166
(+74.03%)
670
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
515
(+56.06%)
330
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,637
(+115.27%)
1,225
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,321
(+37.18%)
963
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.

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size28 nm32 nm
Transistors3,100 million624 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.

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
Series--Core i3
Microarchitecture--Sandy Bridge
CodenameBristol RidgeSandy Bridge
Memory Support--DDR3
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.

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed2700.0 MHz2.2 GHz
Turbo Clock3600.0 MHz--
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--22.0x
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.

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
L1 Cache512 KB64 KB
L2 Cache2 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.

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
SocketBGA (FP4)Intel BGA 1023
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W35 W
TJ Max90 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA12-9720PCore i3-2330M
Integrated GraphicsRadeon R7 SeriesIntel HD 3000
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, Smart Cache

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