Intel Celeron N4120 vs AMD A8-3520M

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Performance
Celeron N41209% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
A8-3520M
2,4527% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 9% better performance than the A8-3520M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
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A8-3520M
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Summary

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About the Intel Celeron N4120 CPU

The Intel Celeron N4120 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The N4120 is compatible with FCBGA1090 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel UHD Graphics 600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Celeron N4120 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 1,792 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 Celeron N4120 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 1100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Celeron N4120 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel UHD Graphics 600. 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 N4120 has the 552nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.21% 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 N4120A8-3520M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Series--A8
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q4 2011
Production Status--End-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Celeron N41209% better
2,668.57% of 36,991
A8-3520M
2,4527% of 36,991

The Celeron N4120 has 9% better performance than the A8-3520M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Celeron N4120 is ranked 552nd with a score of 2,668.5, and the A8-3520M is ranked 571st with a score of 2,452.

Performance per dollar
Celeron N4120
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A8-3520M
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Celeron N4120 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 N4120 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core m5-6Y572,681+0%
Core m7-6Y752,678.5+0%
Celeron N41202,668.5
Core i5-2467M2,666.5-0%
A10-5750M2,658-0%
A8-5550M2,503-6%
FX-7600P2,467-8%
A8-3520M2,452-8%
Core i5-4202Y2,441-9%
Pentium 3825U2,440-9%

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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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 N4120A8-3520M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,668.5
(+8.83%)
2,452
3DMark Time Spy CPU
938.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
224
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
73.2
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
806
(+17.32%)
687
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
324
(+27.06%)
255
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,525
(+74.38%)
1,448
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,096
(+29.7%)
845
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 N4120A8-3520M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Process Size14 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,178 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 N4120A8-3520M
Series--A8
Microarchitecture--Llano
CodenameGemini Lake RefreshLlano
Memory Support--DDR3
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC Memory--No

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 N4120A8-3520M
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed1100.0 MHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2600.0 MHz2.5 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--16.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

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 N4120A8-3520M
L1 Cache1,792 KB128 KB
L2 Cache4 MB1 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 N4120A8-3520M
SocketFCBGA1090AMD Socket FS1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)6 W35 W
TJ Max105 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCeleron N4120A8-3520M
Integrated GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 600Radeon HD 6620G
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, 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.