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AMD A8-6600K vs Intel Xeon E5-1603 v3

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Intel
Performance
A8-6600K
3,94410% of 38,269
Xeon E5-1603 v3
No data available

The A8-6600K has 10% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.

Performance per dollar
A8-6600K
No data available
Xeon E5-1603 v3
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A8-6600K and the Xeon E5-1603 v3 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD A8-6600K CPU

The AMD A8-6600K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Richland microarchitecture. The A8-6600K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8570D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A8-6600K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-6600K 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 A8-6600K 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 3.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 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 A8-6600K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8570D. 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 A8-6600K has the 504th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 768 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.31% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.

About the Intel Xeon E5-1603 v3 CPU

The Intel Xeon E5-1603 v3 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q3 2014. It is part of Intel's Xeon E5 lineup, which is based on the Haswell-EP microarchitecture. The E5-1603 v3 is compatible with Intel Socket 2011-3 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Xeon E5-1603 v3 supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Xeon E5-1603 v3 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 10 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Xeon E5-1603 v3 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 2.8 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 Xeon E5-1603 v3 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA8Xeon E5
Market SegmentDesktopServer
Release DateQ2 2013Q3 2014
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A8-6600K
3,94410% of 38,269
Xeon E5-1603 v3
No data available

The A8-6600K has 10% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.

A8-6600K's 3,944 performance score ranks it 504th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Performance per dollar
A8-6600K
No data available
Xeon E5-1603 v3
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the A8-6600K and the Xeon E5-1603 v3 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:A8-6600K orXeon E5-1603 v3
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-32204,122+5%
Core i9-9900T4,080+3%
A10-6800K4,066+3%
A10-7850K3,979+1%
A8-5600K3,965+1%
A8-6600K3,944
A10-5800K3,904-1%
A10-7700K3,853-2%
A8-7650K3,745-5%
A6-6400K1,998-49%

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:A8-6600K orXeon E5-1603 v3
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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BenchmarkA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,944
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,074
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
451
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,016
4,416
(+46.42%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,539
1,615
(+4.94%)
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.

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size32 nm22 nm
Transistors1,303 million2,600 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.

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
SeriesA8Xeon E5
MicroarchitectureRichlandHaswell-EP
CodenameRichlandHaswell-EP
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelQuad-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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.

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed3.9 GHz2.8 GHz
Turbo Clock4.2 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier39.0x28.0x
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.

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
L1 Cache192 KB64 KB
L2 Cache4 MB256 KB
L3 Cache--10 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.

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
SocketAMD Socket FM2Intel Socket 2011-3
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x40
Thermal Design Power (TDP)100 W140 W
Tcase Max74 °C--
TJ Max74 °C67 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA8-6600KXeon E5-1603 v3
Integrated GraphicsRadeon HD 8570D--
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, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2

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