AMD A8-4500M vs AMD A8-3500M
The A8-3500M has 0% better performance than the A8-4500M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A8-4500M and the A8-3500M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD A8-4500M CPU
The AMD A8-4500M is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Trinity microarchitecture. The A8-4500M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1r2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 7640G integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The A8-4500M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-4500M has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 192 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The A8-4500M 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 1900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.8 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 A8-4500M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 7640G. 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 A8-4500M has the 590th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.06% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the AMD A8-3500M CPU
The AMD A8-3500M is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2011. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Llano microarchitecture. The A8-3500M 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 A8-3500M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-3500M 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 A8-3500M 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 A8-3500M 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 A8-3500M has the 589th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.07% 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 | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Series | A8 | A8 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q2 2012 | Q2 2011 |
| Production Status | End-of-life | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The A8-3500M has 0% better performance than the A8-4500M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The A8-4500M is ranked 590th with a score of 2,243, and the A8-3500M is ranked 589th with a score of 2,247.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A8-4500M and the A8-3500M 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.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-3339Y | 2,313 | +3% |
| Core M-5Y10c | 2,311 | +3% |
| PRO A12-9800B | 2,275 | +1% |
| Celeron 2970M | 2,272.5 | +1% |
| A8-3500M | 2,247 | +0% |
| A8-4500M | 2,243 | |
| FX-7500 | 2,236.5 | -0% |
| A10-4655M | 2,236 | -0% |
| Core i5-450M | 2,222 | -1% |
| Celeron N4100 | 2,213 | -1% |
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.
| CPU | Performance 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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| Benchmark | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 2,243 | 2,247 (+0.18%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 646 (+4.19%) | 620 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 289 (+25.11%) | 231 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,679 (+19.08%) | 1,410 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 917 (+11.56%) | 822 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | -- |
| Process Size | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Transistors | 1,303 million | 1,178 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 | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Series | A8 | A8 |
| Microarchitecture | Trinity | Llano |
| Codename | Trinity | Llano |
| 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 | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 1900.0 MHz | 1500.0 MHz |
| Turbo Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 19.0x | 15.0x |
| 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 | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 1 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 | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket FS1r2 | AMD Socket FS1 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 2.0 | -- |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 35 W | 35 W |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | A8-4500M | A8-3500M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon HD 7640G | Radeon HD 6620G |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, FMA3, F16C, XOP, ABM, TBM, Turbo Core | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, Power Now!, NX bit, AMD-V |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.