AMD A9-9410 vs Intel Core i7-4940MX

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Performance
A9-9410
1,4704% of 36,991
Core i7-4940MX540% better
9,40225% of 36,991

The Core i7-4940MX has 540% better performance than the A9-9410 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
A9-9410
No data available
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53

The Core i7-4940MX has 7% 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 A9-9410 CPU

The AMD A9-9410 is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2016. It is part of AMD's A9 lineup, which is based on the Stoney Ridge microarchitecture. The A9-9410 is compatible with AMD Socket FP4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R5 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A9-9410 supports DDR4 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A9-9410 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 160 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 A9-9410 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 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 A9-9410 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R5. 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 A9-9410 has the 670th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.97% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i7-4940MX CPU

The Intel Core i7-4940MX is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2014 with a suggested retail price of $1,096. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4940MX is compatible with Intel Socket G3 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 i7-4940MX supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4940MX 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 i7-4940MX 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 3.1 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 unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4940MX 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 i7-4940MX has the 264th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.42% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,402 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.58. This is the 204th 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.

InfoA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesA9Core i7 Extreme
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2016Q1 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)--$1,096
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
A9-9410
1,4704% of 36,991
Core i7-4940MX540% better
9,40225% of 36,991

The Core i7-4940MX has 540% better performance than the A9-9410 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The A9-9410 is ranked 670th with a score of 1,470, and the Core i7-4940MX is ranked 264th with a score of 9,402.

Performance per dollar
A9-9410
No data available
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53

The Core i7-4940MX has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4940MX's 8.58 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:A9-9410 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+571%
Core i5-1135G79,456+543%
Core i5-1038NG79,402+540%
Core i7-4940MX9,402+540%
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332+535%
Celeron N45001,507+3%
Atom x7-Z87501,499+2%
A9-94101,470
A6-92201,469.5-0%
E2-38001,440-2%

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:A9-9410 orCore i7-4940MX
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i3-N30016.13+88%
Xeon E3-1535M v515.84+85%
Core i7-4910MQ15.27+78%
Core i7-4900MQ14.89+74%
Core i7-5557U10.38+21%
Core i7-4940MX8.58
Core i7-4930MX7.96-7%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-14%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-16%

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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BenchmarkA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,470
9,402
(+539.59%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
732
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
130
708
(+444.62%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
63
157
(+149.21%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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4,045
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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1,240
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,527
7,044
(+361.3%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,343
2,243
(+67.01%)
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.

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size28 nm22 nm
Transistors1,200 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.

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
SeriesA9Core i7 Extreme
MicroarchitectureStoney RidgeHaswell
CodenameStoney RidgeHaswell
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsSingle-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.

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
Cores24
Threads28
Clock Speed2.9 GHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier29.0x31.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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.

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
L1 Cache160 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 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.

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
SocketAMD Socket FP4Intel Socket G3
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x8PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W57 W
Tcase Max--100 °C
TJ Max90 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecA9-9410Core i7-4940MX
Integrated GraphicsRadeon R5Intel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4A, AMD64, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, FMA3, FMA4, F16C, TBM, XOP, AMD-V, EVP, Turbo CoreMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3

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