Intel Core i5-8365U vs AMD A12-9720P

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Performance
Core i5-8365U132% better
6,39517% of 36,991
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991

The Core i5-8365U has 132% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8365U
21.5318% of 121.53
A12-9720P
No data available

The Core i5-8365U has 18% 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 Intel Core i5-8365U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8365U is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2019 with a suggested retail price of $297. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The i5-8365U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8365U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8365U 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 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-8365U 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 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.1 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 Core i5-8365U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 620. 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 i5-8365U has the 371st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,395 score and $297 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 21.53. This is the 151st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A12-9720P CPU

The AMD A12-9720P is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The A12-9720P is compatible with BGA (FP4) motherboards and is fabricated on a 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 Series integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the A12-9720P has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 512 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A12-9720P 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 2700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3600.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The A12-9720P includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7 Series. 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 A12-9720P has the 538th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.46% 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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2019--
Launch Price (MSRP)$297--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-8365U132% better
6,39517% of 36,991
A12-9720P
2,7617% of 36,991

The Core i5-8365U has 132% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-8365U is ranked 371st with a score of 6,395, and the A12-9720P is ranked 538th with a score of 2,761.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8365U
21.5318% of 121.53
A12-9720P
No data available

The Core i5-8365U has 41% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-8365U's 21.53 performance per dollar ranks it 151st 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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-8565U6,739+5%
Core i5-7440HQ6,583+3%
Core i5-8365U6,395
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5-0%
Core i5-8265U6,222-3%
Core i3-2330M2,786-56%
A10-5757M2,772-57%
A12-9720P2,761-57%
FX-8800P2,753.5-57%
Core m3-7Y322,747-57%

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
Core i7-11390H24.89+16%
Core i7-1195G724.5+14%
Core i5-7300HQ24.17+12%
Core i7-7820HQ24.12+12%
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+9%
Core i5-8365U21.53
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5-0%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2-2%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11-2%
Core i5-8265U20.95-3%

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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,395
(+131.62%)
2,761
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,464
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
579
(+146.91%)
234.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
166
(+128.97%)
72.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
1,166
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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515
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,171
(+134.02%)
2,637
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,152
(+62.91%)
1,321
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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntel--
Process Size14 nm28 nm
Transistors--3,100 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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureWhiskey Lake--
CodenameWhiskey Lake-UBristol Ridge
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed1600.0 MHz2700.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.1 GHz3600.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier16.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
L1 Cache64 KB512 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache6 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 i5-8365UA12-9720P
SocketIntel BGA 1528BGA (FP4)
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-8365UA12-9720P
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 620Radeon R7 Series
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, Boost 2.0--

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