AMD A6-1450 vs Intel Core i7-840QM

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Performance
A6-1450
1,193.53% of 36,991
Core i7-840QM293% better
4,68613% of 36,991

The Core i7-840QM has 293% better performance than the A6-1450 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A6-1450
No data available
Core i7-840QM
8.257% of 121.53

The Core i7-840QM has 7% 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 A6-1450 CPU

The AMD A6-1450 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Temash microarchitecture. The A6-1450 is compatible with AMD Socket FT3 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8250 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A6-1450 supports DDR3 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-1450 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 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A6-1450 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 1000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 1400.0 MHz 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 A6-1450 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8250. 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 A6-1450 has the 692nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.23% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-840QM CPU

The Intel Core i7-840QM is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2010 with a suggested retail price of $568. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Clarksfield microarchitecture. The i7-840QM is compatible with Intel Socket G1 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 45 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-840QM supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-840QM 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 i7-840QM 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 1867.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 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 i7-840QM 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 Core i7-840QM has the 413th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.67% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,686 score and $568 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.25. This is the 205th 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.

InfoA6-1450Core i7-840QM
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA6Core i7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2013Q2 2010
Launch Price (MSRP)--$568
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A6-1450
1,193.53% of 36,991
Core i7-840QM293% better
4,68613% of 36,991

The Core i7-840QM has 293% better performance than the A6-1450 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A6-1450 is ranked 692nd with a score of 1,193.5, and the Core i7-840QM is ranked 413th with a score of 4,686.

Performance per dollar
A6-1450
No data available
Core i7-840QM
8.257% of 121.53

The Core i7-840QM has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-840QM's 8.25 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:A6-1450 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-7300HQ6,042+406%
Core i3-N3004,983+318%
Core i7-840QM4,686+293%
Core i3-7100H4,559+282%
Core i7-740QM4,450+273%
Atom Z3735D1,202+1%
E2-90001,199+0%
A6-14501,193.5
Atom x7-Z87001,186-1%
Atom Z3736F1,144-4%

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:A6-1450 orCore i7-840QM
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-5600U9.65+17%
Core m3-6Y309.62+17%
Core m5-6Y579.54+16%
Core m5-6Y549+9%
Core i7-5650U8.92+8%
Core i7-840QM8.25
Core i7-5550U8.15-1%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-10%
Core i7-820QM7.33-11%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-12%

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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BenchmarkA6-1450Core i7-840QM
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,193.5
4,686
(+292.63%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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1,006
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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373
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,045
1,945
(+86.12%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
458
1,132
(+147.16%)
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.

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size28 nm45 nm
Transistors--774 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.

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
SeriesA6Core i7
MicroarchitectureTemashClarksfield
CodenameTemashClarksfield
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsSingle-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.

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed1000.0 MHz1867.0 MHz
Turbo Clock1400.0 MHz3.2 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz133 MHz
Multiplier10.0x14.0x
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.

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache2 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.

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
SocketAMD Socket FT3Intel Socket G1
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0 x8PCIe 2.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)8 W45 W
Tcase Max90 °C--
TJ Max--100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA6-1450Core i7-840QM
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 8250--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AES, F16C, BMI1, AMD64, CnQ, NX bit, AMD-VMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, VT-x, VT-d, NX bit, TXT, TBT 1.0

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