Intel Core i7-12850HX vs AMD A4-4300M

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Performance
Core i7-12850HX1,401% better
20,33355% of 36,991
A4-4300M
1,3554% of 36,991

The Core i7-12850HX has 1,401% better performance than the A4-4300M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-12850HX
47.5139% of 121.53
A4-4300M
No data available

The Core i7-12850HX has 39% 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 i7-12850HX CPU

The Intel Core i7-12850HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $428. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i7-12850HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-12850HX supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-12850HX has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 25 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-12850HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 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 Core i7-12850HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. 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 i7-12850HX has the 72nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 54.97% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,333 score and $428 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 47.51. This is the 54th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A4-4300M CPU

The AMD A4-4300M is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012. It is part of AMD's A4 lineup, which is based on the Trinity microarchitecture. The A4-4300M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1r2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 7420G integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A4-4300M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A4-4300M has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 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 A4-4300M 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 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.0 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 A4-4300M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 7420G. 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 A4-4300M has the 677th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 3.66% 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.

InfoCore i7-12850HXA4-4300M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7A4
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2022Q2 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)$428--
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-12850HX1,401% better
20,33355% of 36,991
A4-4300M
1,3554% of 36,991

The Core i7-12850HX has 1,401% better performance than the A4-4300M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-12850HX is ranked 72nd with a score of 20,333, and the A4-4300M is ranked 677th with a score of 1,355.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-12850HX
47.5139% of 121.53
A4-4300M
No data available

The Core i7-12850HX has 90% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-12850HX's 47.51 performance per dollar ranks it 54th 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:Core i7-12850HX or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-13700H20,503.5+1%
Core i7-13620H20,488.5+1%
Core i7-12850HX20,333
Core i9-11900H18,686-8%
Core i9-11980HK17,855.5-12%
A4-3300M1,396-93%
Pentium 3560Y1,365-93%
A4-4300M1,355-93%
Atom x5-Z85001,353-93%
Atom Z3745D1,345-93%

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:Core i7-12850HX orA4-4300M
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13450HX67.43+42%
Core i7-13800H50.88+7%
Core i7-13650HX50.45+6%
Core i7-13700HX49.48+4%
Core i7-12800HX48.96+3%
Core i7-12850HX47.51
Core i7-13705H46.24-3%
Core i5-1340P44.87-6%
Core i7-11800H42.37-11%
Core i5-1350P42.22-11%

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 i7-12850HXA4-4300M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
20,333
(+1,400.59%)
1,355
3DMark Time Spy CPU
12,936
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,679
(+2,780.65%)
93
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
260.5
(+334.17%)
60
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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390
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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295
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
30,847
(+2,984.7%)
1,000
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,712
(+266.07%)
1,014
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 i7-12850HXA4-4300M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size10 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,303 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.

SpecCore i7-12850HXA4-4300M
SeriesCore i7A4
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-HXTrinity
CodenameAlder Lake-HXTrinity
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR3
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.

SpecCore i7-12850HXA4-4300M
Cores162
Threads242
Performance Cores (P-cores)8--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed2.1 GHz2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz3.0 GHz
P-core Clock2.1 GHz--
P-core Turbo Clock4.8 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed1500.0 MHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.4 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x25.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i7-12850HXA4-4300M
L1 Cache80 KB96 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB1 MB
L3 Cache25 MB--
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 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.

SpecCore i7-12850HXA4-4300M
SocketIntel BGA 1964AMD Socket FS1r2
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x20PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W35 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)55 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)157 W--
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-12850HXA4-4300M
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 770Radeon HD 7420G
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0, vProMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, FMA3, F16C, XOP, ABM, TBM, Turbo Core

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