AMD A4-5300 vs AMD Ryzen 9 3900X

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Performance
A4-5300
1,9245% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 3900X884% better
18,93251% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 3900X has 884% better performance than the A4-5300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A4-5300
No data available
Ryzen 9 3900X
37.9431% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 3900X has 31% 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 A4-5300 CPU

The AMD A4-5300 is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2012. It is part of AMD's A4 lineup, which is based on the Trinity microarchitecture. The A4-5300 is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 7480D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A4-5300 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A4-5300 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A4-5300 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 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 A4-5300 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 7480D. 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 A4-5300 has the 621st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.20% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 3900X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is a 12-core (24-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2019 with a suggested retail price of $499. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 3900X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 3900X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 3900X 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 3900X features 12 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.6 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 Ryzen 9 3900X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 9 3900X has the 80th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 51.18% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 18,932 score and $499 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 37.94. This is the 86th 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.

InfoA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesA4Ryzen 9
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2012Q3 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)--$499
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A4-5300
1,9245% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 3900X884% better
18,93251% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 3900X has 884% better performance than the A4-5300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A4-5300 is ranked 621st with a score of 1,924, and the Ryzen 9 3900X is ranked 80th with a score of 18,932.

Performance per dollar
A4-5300
No data available
Ryzen 9 3900X
37.9431% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 3900X has 72% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 9 3900X's 37.94 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:A4-5300 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-12400F19,436+910%
Core i9-9980XE19,237+900%
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932+884%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905+883%
Core i9-9900KS18,694+872%
A8-7650K3,745+95%
A6-6400K1,998+4%
A4-53001,924
E2-1800736-62%

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:A4-5300 orRyzen 9 3900X
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-8700K41.13+8%
Core i9-10900K40.1+6%
Core i9-11900K38.33+1%
Ryzen 9 5900X38.33+1%
Core i7-9700K38.07+0%
Ryzen 9 3900X37.94
Core i9-9900KS36.44-4%
Core i9-9900K35.38-7%
Ryzen 9 390033.67-11%
Core i9-11900KB33.03-13%

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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BenchmarkA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,924
18,932
(+883.99%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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11,923
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
107
3,049
(+2,749.53%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
67
207
(+208.96%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
503
9,950
(+1,878.13%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
370
1,710
(+362.16%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,365
32,647
(+2,291.72%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,341
2,706
(+101.79%)
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.

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundriesTSMC
Process Size32 nm7 nm
Transistors1,303 million7,600 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.

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
SeriesA4Ryzen 9
MicroarchitectureTrinityZen 2
CodenameTrinityMatisse
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
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.

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
Cores212
Threads224
Clock Speed3.4 GHz3.8 GHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz4.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x38.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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.

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB512 KB
L3 Cache--64 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.

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
SocketAMD Socket FM2AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 4.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W105 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max70 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA4-5300Ryzen 9 3900X
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 7480D--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, FMA3, F16C, XOP, ABM, TBM, Turbo CoreMMX, 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 2, XFR 2

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