AMD Ryzen 7 5700X vs AMD A8-6600K

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Performance
Ryzen 7 5700X407% better
20,01054% of 36,991
A8-6600K
3,94411% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5700X has 407% better performance than the A8-6600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 5700X
66.9255% of 121.53
A8-6600K
No data available

The Ryzen 7 5700X has 55% 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 Ryzen 7 5700X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $299. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 5700X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 5700X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 5700X 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 5700X features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.6 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 Ryzen 7 5700X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 7 5700X has the 73rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 54.09% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,010 score and $299 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 66.92. This is the 26th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

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 460th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.66% 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.

InfoRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 7A8
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2022Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$299--
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 7 5700X407% better
20,01054% of 36,991
A8-6600K
3,94411% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5700X has 407% better performance than the A8-6600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 5700X is ranked 73rd with a score of 20,010, and the A8-6600K is ranked 460th with a score of 3,944.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 5700X
66.9255% of 121.53
A8-6600K
No data available

The Ryzen 7 5700X has 126% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 7 5700X's 66.92 performance per dollar ranks it 26th 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:Ryzen 7 5700X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-11900K20,662+3%
Core i9-10980XE20,452+2%
Ryzen 7 5700X20,010
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649-2%
Core i5-12400F19,436-3%
A10-7850K3,979-80%
A8-5600K3,965-80%
A8-6600K3,944-80%
A10-5800K3,904-80%
A10-7700K3,853-81%

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:Ryzen 7 5700X orA8-6600K
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 5 9600X92.18+38%
Core i5-12600K86.56+29%
Ryzen 5 7600X86.06+29%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D73.38+10%
Core i7-12700F73.3+10%
Ryzen 7 5700X66.92
Ryzen 5 5600X65.72-2%
Ryzen 5 5600G63.85-5%
Core i5-11600K62.52-7%
Core i7-12700K61-9%

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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BenchmarkRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
20,010
(+407.35%)
3,944
3DMark Time Spy CPU
10,432
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,329
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
253
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
9,331
(+753.71%)
1,093
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,186
(+383.63%)
452
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
26,695
(+785.11%)
3,016
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,385
(+119.95%)
1,539
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.

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryTSMCGlobalFoundries
Process Size7 nm32 nm
Transistors4,150 million1,303 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.

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
SeriesRyzen 7A8
MicroarchitectureZen 3Richland
CodenameVermeerRichland
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

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.

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
Cores84
Threads164
Clock Speed3.4 GHz3.9 GHz
Turbo Clock4.6 GHz4.2 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier34.0x39.0x
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.

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
L1 Cache64 KB192 KB
L2 Cache512 KB4 MB
L3 Cache32 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.

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket FM2
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W100 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)88 W--
Tcase Max95 °C74 °C
TJ Max90 °C74 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 7 5700XA8-6600K
Integrated Graphics--Radeon HD 8570D
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, 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 3.0

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