Performance
A6-3420M6% better
2,346.56% of 36,991
Pentium B980
2,203.56% of 36,991
The A6-3420M has 6% better performance than the Pentium B980 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Performance per dollar
A6-3420M
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Pentium B980
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Summary
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About the AMD A6-3420M CPU
The AMD A6-3420M is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2011. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Llano microarchitecture. The A6-3420M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1 motherboards and is fabricated on a 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 6520G integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The A6-3420M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-3420M 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The A6-3420M 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 1500.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.4 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 A6-3420M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 6520G. 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 A6-3420M has the 582nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.34% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the Intel Pentium B980 CPU
The Intel Pentium B980 is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2012. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The B980 is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD (Sandy Bridge) integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Pentium B980 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium B980 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 2 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Pentium B980 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 2.4 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 Pentium B980 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD (Sandy Bridge). 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 Pentium B980 has the 596th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.96% 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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | A6 | Pentium |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q4 2011 | Q3 2012 |
| Production Status | End-of-life | -- |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
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Performance
A6-3420M6% better
2,346.56% of 36,991
Pentium B980
2,203.56% of 36,991
The A6-3420M has 6% better performance than the Pentium B980 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The A6-3420M is ranked 582nd with a score of 2,346.5, and the Pentium B980 is ranked 596th with a score of 2,203.5.
Performance per dollar
A6-3420M
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Pentium B980
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A6-3420M and the Pentium B980 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 M-5Y70 | 2,373 | +1% |
| Pro A12-8800B | 2,361 | +1% |
| A6-3420M | 2,346.5 | |
| Core i3-4010U | 2,340 | -0% |
| Pentium Gold 4415Y | 2,319 | -1% |
| Core i5-450M | 2,222 | -5% |
| Celeron N4100 | 2,213 | -6% |
| Pentium B980 | 2,203.5 | -6% |
| Core i3-3227U | 2,195.5 | -6% |
| Core M-5Y10 | 2,171 | -7% |
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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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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| Benchmark | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
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| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 2,346.5 (+6.49%) | 2,203.5 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 627 | 644 (+2.71%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 240 | 372 (+55%) |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,292 (+19.63%) | 1,080 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 773 | 1,045 (+35.19%) |
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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | -- | Intel |
| Process Size | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Transistors | 1,178 million | 504 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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| Series | A6 | Pentium |
| Microarchitecture | Llano | Sandy Bridge |
| Codename | Llano | Sandy Bridge |
| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | No | 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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 2 |
| Clock Speed | 1500.0 MHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 2.4 GHz | -- |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 15.0x | 24.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | 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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | -- | 2 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 | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket FS1 | Intel Socket G2 (988B) |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W | 35 W |
| TJ Max | -- | 85 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | A6-3420M | Pentium B980 |
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| Integrated Graphics | Radeon HD 6520G | Intel HD (Sandy Bridge) |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, Power Now!, NX bit, AMD-V | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, Smart Cache |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.