AMD A8-5600K vs Intel Core i7-4770K

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Performance
A8-5600K
3,96511% of 36,991
Core i7-4770K122% better
8,80424% of 36,991

The Core i7-4770K has 122% better performance than the A8-5600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A8-5600K
No data available
Core i7-4770K
25.1521% of 121.53

The Core i7-4770K has 21% 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 A8-5600K CPU

The AMD A8-5600K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2012. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Trinity microarchitecture. The A8-5600K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 7560D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A8-5600K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-5600K 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 A8-5600K 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 3.6 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 unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The A8-5600K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 7560D. 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 A8-5600K has the 458th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.72% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4770K CPU

The Intel Core i7-4770K is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $350. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4770K is compatible with Intel Socket 1150 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4770K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4770K 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 i7-4770K 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 3.5 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 unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4770K includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 i7-4770K has the 283rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.80% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,804 score and $350 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 25.15. This is the 145th 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.

InfoA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA8Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2012Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)--$350
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A8-5600K
3,96511% of 36,991
Core i7-4770K122% better
8,80424% of 36,991

The Core i7-4770K has 122% better performance than the A8-5600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A8-5600K is ranked 458th with a score of 3,965, and the Core i7-4770K is ranked 283rd with a score of 8,804.

Performance per dollar
A8-5600K
No data available
Core i7-4770K
25.1521% of 121.53

The Core i7-4770K has 48% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4770K's 25.15 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:A8-5600K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-3770K9,216.5+132%
Core i7-47909,133+130%
Core i7-4770K8,804+122%
Core i3-9100F8,742+120%
Core i7-4790S8,643+118%
A10-6800K4,066+3%
A10-7850K3,979+0%
A8-5600K3,965
A8-6600K3,944-1%
A10-5800K3,904-2%

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:A8-5600K orCore i7-4770K
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62+10%
Core i7-5775C27.26+8%
Core i7-8086K27.19+8%
Core i7-2600K26.9+7%
Core i5-6600T25.38+1%
Core i7-4770K25.15
Core i7-5700HQ21.38-15%
Core i9-9900T9.65-62%
Core i7-6950X9.52-62%

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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BenchmarkA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,965
8,804
(+122.04%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
292
770
(+163.7%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
87
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,041
4,089
(+292.8%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
428
1,284
(+200%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,853
7,127
(+149.81%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,430
2,163
(+51.26%)
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.

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
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.

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
SeriesA8Core i7
MicroarchitectureTrinityHaswell
CodenameTrinityHaswell
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.

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed3.6 GHz3.5 GHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz3.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x35.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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.

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
L1 Cache192 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 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.

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
SocketAMD Socket FM2Intel Socket 1150
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)100 W84 W
Tcase Max74 °C72 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA8-5600KCore i7-4770K
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 7560DIntel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, FMA3, F16C, XOP, ABM, TBM, Turbo CoreMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0

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