AMD A4-5300 vs Intel Core i7-6700

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Performance
A4-5300
1,9245% of 36,991
Core i7-6700411% better
9,83227% of 36,991

The Core i7-6700 has 411% better performance than the A4-5300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A4-5300
No data available
Core i7-6700
32.4527% of 121.53

The Core i7-6700 has 27% 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 Intel Core i7-6700 CPU

The Intel Core i7-6700 is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2015 with a suggested retail price of $303. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Skylake microarchitecture. The i7-6700 is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the HD Graphics 530 integrated graphics solution and is bundled with a Yes cooler.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-6700 supports DDR3, DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-6700 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-6700 features 4 total cores which can process 8 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 4.0 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 i7-6700 includes an integrated graphics solution called HD Graphics 530. 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 i7-6700 has the 253rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 26.58% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,832 score and $303 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 32.45. This is the 111th 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.

InfoA4-5300Core i7-6700
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA4Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2012Q3 2015
Launch Price (MSRP)--$303
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A4-5300
1,9245% of 36,991
Core i7-6700411% better
9,83227% of 36,991

The Core i7-6700 has 411% 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 Core i7-6700 is ranked 253rd with a score of 9,832.

Performance per dollar
A4-5300
No data available
Core i7-6700
32.4527% of 121.53

The Core i7-6700 has 61% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-6700's 32.45 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
Ryzen 3 310010,702+456%
Core i7-5775C9,976+419%
Core i7-67009,832+411%
Ryzen 5 1500X9,566+397%
Core i7-37709,502+394%
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 orCore i7-6700
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 170038.67+19%
Core i7-9700K38.07+17%
FX-835036.33+12%
Core i7-377034.18+5%
Core i7-6700K33.12+2%
Core i7-670032.45
Core i5-6600K32.04-1%
Core i7-4790K31.1-4%
Core i7-3770K29.45-9%
Core i7-479029.27-10%

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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BenchmarkA4-5300Core i7-6700
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,924
9,832
(+411.02%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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4,535
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
107
802
(+649.53%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
67
168.5
(+151.49%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
503
4,200
(+734.99%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
370
1,315
(+255.41%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,365
8,087
(+492.45%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,341
2,292
(+70.92%)
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.

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size32 nm14 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.

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
SeriesA4Core i7
MicroarchitectureTrinitySkylake
CodenameTrinitySkylake
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3, DDR4
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.

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
Cores24
Threads28
Clock Speed3.4 GHz3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x34.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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.

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--8 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.

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
SocketAMD Socket FM2Intel Socket 1151
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W65 W
Tcase Max70 °C71 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA4-5300Core i7-6700
Bundled Cooler--Yes
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 7480DHD Graphics 530
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, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, ABM, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, EPT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, MPX, SGX, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, SMEP, vPro, TBT 2.0

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