AMD A8-3520M vs Intel Core M-5Y70

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Performance
A8-3520M3% better
2,4527% of 36,991
Core M-5Y70
2,3736% of 36,991

The A8-3520M has 3% better performance than the Core M-5Y70 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A8-3520M
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Core M-5Y70
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Summary

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About the AMD A8-3520M CPU

The AMD A8-3520M 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 A8 lineup, which is based on the Llano microarchitecture. The A8-3520M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1 motherboards and is fabricated on a 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 6620G integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A8-3520M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-3520M 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 A8-3520M 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 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.5 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 A8-3520M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 6620G. 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 A8-3520M has the 571st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.63% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core M-5Y70 CPU

The Intel Core M-5Y70 is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2014. It is part of Intel's Core M lineup, which is based on the Broadwell-Y microarchitecture. The M-5Y70 is compatible with Intel BGA 1234 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 5300 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core M-5Y70 supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core M-5Y70 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 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core M-5Y70 features 2 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 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.6 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 Core M-5Y70 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 5300. 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 Core M-5Y70 has the 580th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.42% 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.

InfoA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA8Core M
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ4 2011Q3 2014
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A8-3520M3% better
2,4527% of 36,991
Core M-5Y70
2,3736% of 36,991

The A8-3520M has 3% better performance than the Core M-5Y70 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A8-3520M is ranked 571st with a score of 2,452, and the Core M-5Y70 is ranked 580th with a score of 2,373.

Performance per dollar
A8-3520M
No data available
Core M-5Y70
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A8-3520M and the Core M-5Y70 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.

Choose Baseline CPU:A8-3520M or
CPUBenchmark Performance
A8-5550M2,503+2%
FX-7600P2,467+1%
A8-3520M2,452
Core i5-4202Y2,441-0%
Pentium 3825U2,440-0%
A10-9600P2,387-3%
Pentium Silver N50302,377-3%
Core M-5Y702,373-3%
Pro A12-8800B2,361-4%
A6-3420M2,346.5-4%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

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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BenchmarkA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,452
(+3.33%)
2,373
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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182
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
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91
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
687
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
255
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,448
1,823
(+25.9%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
845
1,081
(+27.93%)
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.

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
ManufacturerAMDIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size32 nm14 nm
Transistors1,178 million1,300 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.

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
SeriesA8Core M
MicroarchitectureLlanoBroadwell-Y
CodenameLlanoBroadwell-Y
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-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.

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
Cores42
Threads44
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz1100.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.5 GHz2.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier16.0x11.0x
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.

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
L1 Cache128 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--4 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.

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
SocketAMD Socket FS1Intel BGA 1234
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W5 W
TJ Max--95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA8-3520MCore M-5Y70
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 6620GIntel HD 5300
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, Power Now!, NX bit, AMD-VMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT

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