Intel Core i3-4012Y vs AMD A9-9425

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Performance
Core i3-4012Y41% better
2,1596% of 36,991
A9-9425
1,5274% of 36,991

The Core i3-4012Y has 41% better performance than the A9-9425 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-4012Y
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A9-9425
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-4012Y CPU

The Intel Core i3-4012Y is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i3-4012Y is compatible with FCBGA1168 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-4012Y 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-4012Y features 2 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 1500.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-4012Y does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i3-4012Y has the 599th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.84% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD A9-9425 CPU

The AMD A9-9425 is a 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 A9-9425 is compatible with AMD Socket FT4 motherboards and is fabricated on a 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R5 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A9-9425 supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the A9-9425 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 A9-9425 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 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 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 A9-9425 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 A9-9425 has the 664th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.13% 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.

InfoCore i3-4012YA9-9425
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Series--A9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2016
Production Status--Active
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-4012Y41% better
2,1596% of 36,991
A9-9425
1,5274% of 36,991

The Core i3-4012Y has 41% better performance than the A9-9425 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-4012Y is ranked 599th with a score of 2,159, and the A9-9425 is ranked 664th with a score of 1,527.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-4012Y
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A9-9425
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i3-4012Y and the A9-9425 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:Core i3-4012Y or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-3227U2,195.5+2%
Core M-5Y102,171+1%
Pentium 2020M2,1590%
Core i3-4012Y2,159
A10-5745M2,155-0%
Celeron 1017U1,532-29%
A4-5150M1,531-29%
A9-94251,527-29%
Celeron 2957U1,524-29%
Celeron N31501,516-30%

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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BenchmarkCore i3-4012YA9-9425
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,159
(+41.39%)
1,527
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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705
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
150
(+20%)
125
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
60
76
(+26.67%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,260
1,507
(+19.6%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
711
1,322
(+85.94%)
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.

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
ManufacturerIntelAMD
Process Size22 nm28 nm
Transistors--1,200 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.

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
Series--A9
Microarchitecture--Stoney Ridge
Codename--Stoney Ridge
Memory Support--DDR4
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.

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
Cores22
Threads42
Clock Speed1500.0 MHz3.1 GHz
Turbo Clock--3.7 GHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--31.0x
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.

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
L1 Cache128 KB128 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1 MB
L3 Cache3 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.

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
SocketFCBGA1168AMD Socket FT4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)11.5 W15 W
Tcase Max--74 °C
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i3-4012YA9-9425
Integrated Graphics--Radeon R5
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, 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 Core

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