AMD A6-6400K vs Intel Core i7-3770

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Performance
A6-6400K
1,9985% of 36,991
Core i7-3770376% better
9,50226% of 36,991

The Core i7-3770 has 376% better performance than the A6-6400K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A6-6400K
No data available
Core i7-3770
34.1828% of 121.53

The Core i7-3770 has 28% 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 A6-6400K CPU

The AMD A6-6400K is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Richland microarchitecture. The A6-6400K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8470D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A6-6400K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-6400K 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 A6-6400K 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 3.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.1 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 A6-6400K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8470D. 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 A6-6400K has the 615th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.40% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-3770 CPU

The Intel Core i7-3770 is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012 with a suggested retail price of $278. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i7-3770 is compatible with Intel Socket 1155 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-3770 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-3770 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 i7-3770 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 3.9 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 i7-3770 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4000. 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 i7-3770 has the 259th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.69% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,502 score and $278 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 34.18. This is the 105th 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.

InfoA6-6400KCore i7-3770
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA6Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2013Q2 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)--$278
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A6-6400K
1,9985% of 36,991
Core i7-3770376% better
9,50226% of 36,991

The Core i7-3770 has 376% better performance than the A6-6400K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A6-6400K is ranked 615th with a score of 1,998, and the Core i7-3770 is ranked 259th with a score of 9,502.

Performance per dollar
A6-6400K
No data available
Core i7-3770
34.1828% of 121.53

The Core i7-3770 has 65% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-3770's 34.18 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:A6-6400K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-67009,832+392%
Ryzen 5 1500X9,566+379%
Core i7-37709,502+376%
Core i5-84009,453+373%
Core i7-3770K9,216.5+361%
A10-7700K3,853+93%
A8-7650K3,745+87%
A6-6400K1,998
A4-53001,924-4%
E2-1800736-63%

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:A6-6400K orCore i7-3770
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-11400T40.21+18%
Ryzen 7 170038.67+13%
FX-835036.33+6%
Core i5-446034.75+2%
Core i5-640034.52+1%
Core i7-377034.18
Core i5-355033.98-1%
Core i7-6700K33.12-3%
Core i7-670032.45-5%
Core i5-6600K32.04-6%

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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BenchmarkA6-6400KCore i7-3770
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,998
9,502
(+375.58%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
149
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
88
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
576
2,314
(+301.74%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
410
673
(+64.15%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,497
6,412
(+328.32%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,449
2,073
(+43.06%)
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.

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size32 nm22 nm
Transistors1,303 million1,400 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.

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
SeriesA6Core i7
MicroarchitectureRichlandIvy Bridge
CodenameRichlandIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
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.

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
Cores24
Threads28
Clock Speed3.9 GHz3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock4.1 GHz3.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier39.0x34.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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.

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
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.

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
SocketAMD Socket FM2Intel Socket 1155
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W77 W
Tcase Max70 °C67 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA6-6400KCore i7-3770
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 8470DIntel HD 4000
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, BMI1, FMA3, FMA4, AMD64, CLMUL, CnQ, NX bit, AMD-V, XOP, ABM, TBM, F16C, PowerNow!, Turbo Core 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, vPro, HTT, AES-NI, SIPP

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