Intel Celeron 2955U vs AMD A8-3520M

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Performance
Celeron 2955U
1,6044% of 36,991
A8-3520M53% better
2,4527% of 36,991

The A8-3520M has 53% better performance than the Celeron 2955U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron 2955U
No data available
A8-3520M
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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron 2955U CPU

The Intel Celeron 2955U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2013. It is part of Intel's Celeron lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The 2955U is compatible with Intel Socket G3 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Celeron 2955U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Celeron 2955U 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 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Celeron 2955U 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 1400.0 MHz. 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 Celeron 2955U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD. 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 Celeron 2955U has the 656th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.34% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD A8-3520M CPU

The AMD A8-3520M is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2011. It is part of AMD's A8 lineup, which is based on the Llano microarchitecture. The A8-3520M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1 motherboards and is fabricated on a 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 6620G integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A8-3520M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A8-3520M has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 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 A8-3520M 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 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.5 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 A8-3520M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 6620G. 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 A8-3520M has the 571st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.63% 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.

InfoCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCeleronA8
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2013Q4 2011
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron 2955U
1,6044% of 36,991
A8-3520M53% better
2,4527% of 36,991

The A8-3520M has 53% better performance than the Celeron 2955U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron 2955U is ranked 656th with a score of 1,604, and the A8-3520M is ranked 571st with a score of 2,452.

Performance per dollar
Celeron 2955U
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A8-3520M
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Celeron 2955U and the A8-3520M 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:Celeron 2955U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
A8-5550M2,503+56%
FX-7600P2,467+54%
A8-3520M2,452+53%
Core i5-4202Y2,441+52%
Pentium 3825U2,440+52%
A9-94201,632+2%
Pentium N35101,619+1%
Celeron 2955U1,604
A4-62101,587.5-1%
Celeron N29201,582-1%

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.

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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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BenchmarkCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,604
2,452
(+52.87%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
455
687
(+50.99%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
266
(+4.31%)
255
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
877
1,448
(+65.11%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
781
845
(+8.19%)
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.

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntel--
Process Size22 nm32 nm
Transistors1,400 million1,178 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.

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
SeriesCeleronA8
MicroarchitectureHaswellLlano
CodenameHaswellLlano
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-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.

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
Cores24
Threads24
Clock Speed1400.0 MHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock--2.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier14.0x16.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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.

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 MB
L3 Cache2 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.

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
SocketIntel Socket G3AMD Socket FS1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W35 W
Tcase Max72 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCeleron 2955UA8-3520M
Integrated GraphicsIntel HDRadeon HD 6620G
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart CacheMMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, Power Now!, NX bit, AMD-V

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