AMD A8-7650K vs Intel Core i7-4790S

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Performance
A8-7650K
3,74510% of 36,991
Core i7-4790S131% better
8,64323% of 36,991

The Core i7-4790S has 131% better performance than the A8-7650K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A8-7650K
No data available
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53

The Core i7-4790S has 23% 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 A8-7650K CPU

The AMD A8-7650K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2015. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Kaveri microarchitecture. The A8-7650K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2+ motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A8-7650K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-7650K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 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 A8-7650K 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 3.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.8 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 A8-7650K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7. 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 A8-7650K has the 473rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.12% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4790S CPU

The Intel Core i7-4790S is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014 with a suggested retail price of $312. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S 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 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 i7-4790S 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 i7-4790S has the 290th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.37% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,643 score and $312 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.7. This is the 130th 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.

InfoA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA8Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2015Q2 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)--$312
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A8-7650K
3,74510% of 36,991
Core i7-4790S131% better
8,64323% of 36,991

The Core i7-4790S has 131% better performance than the A8-7650K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A8-7650K is ranked 473rd with a score of 3,745, and the Core i7-4790S is ranked 290th with a score of 8,643.

Performance per dollar
A8-7650K
No data available
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53

The Core i7-4790S has 52% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4790S's 27.7 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:A8-7650K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4770K8,804+135%
Core i3-9100F8,742+133%
Core i7-4790S8,643+131%
Core i7-2600K8,527+128%
Ryzen 5 2400G8,241+120%
A10-5800K3,904+4%
A10-7700K3,853+3%
A8-7650K3,745
A6-6400K1,998-47%
A4-53001,924-49%

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:A8-7650K orCore i7-4790S
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-2500K30.42+10%
Core i5-347030.3+9%
Core i7-3770K29.45+6%
Core i7-479029.27+6%
A10-6800K28.63+3%
Core i7-4790S27.7
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62-0%
Core i7-5775C27.26-2%
Core i7-8086K27.19-2%
Core i7-2600K26.9-3%

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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BenchmarkA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
3,745
8,643
(+130.79%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
296
714
(+141.22%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
84
150
(+78.57%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,047
3,822
(+265.04%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
421
1,226
(+191.21%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,123
7,013
(+124.56%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,402
2,211
(+57.7%)
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.

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size28 nm22 nm
Transistors2,411 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.

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
SeriesA8Core i7
MicroarchitectureKaveriHaswell
CodenameKaveriHaswell
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.

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed3.3 GHz3.2 GHz
Turbo Clock3.8 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier33.0x32.0x
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.

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
L1 Cache256 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.

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
SocketAMD Socket FM2+Intel Socket 1150
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95 W65 W
Tcase Max--71 °C
TJ Max90 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA8-7650KCore i7-4790S
Integrated GraphicsRadeon R7Intel HD 4600
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, Turbo Core 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, SMEP, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, 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.