Intel Core i7-4940MX vs AMD A4-6210

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Performance
Core i7-4940MX492% better
9,40225% of 36,991
A4-6210
1,587.54% of 36,991

The Core i7-4940MX has 492% better performance than the A4-6210 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53
A4-6210
No data available

The Core i7-4940MX has 7% 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 i7-4940MX CPU

The Intel Core i7-4940MX is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2014 with a suggested retail price of $1,096. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4940MX is compatible with Intel Socket G3 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4940MX supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4940MX 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4940MX 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 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 i7-4940MX includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 i7-4940MX has the 264th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.42% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,402 score and $1,096 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 8.58. This is the 204th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A4-6210 CPU

The AMD A4-6210 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The A4-6210 is compatible with Socket FT3 (BGA769) motherboards and is fabricated on a 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R3 Series integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the A4-6210 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 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 A4-6210 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 1800.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The A4-6210 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R3 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 A4-6210 has the 658th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.29% 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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7 Extreme--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2014--
Launch Price (MSRP)$1,096--
Production StatusEnd-of-life--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4940MX492% better
9,40225% of 36,991
A4-6210
1,587.54% of 36,991

The Core i7-4940MX has 492% better performance than the A4-6210 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4940MX is ranked 264th with a score of 9,402, and the A4-6210 is ranked 658th with a score of 1,587.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4940MX
8.587% of 121.53
A4-6210
No data available

The Core i7-4940MX has 16% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-4940MX's 8.58 performance per dollar ranks it 204th 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 i7-4940MX or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1535M v59,866+5%
Core i5-1135G79,456+1%
Core i5-1038NG79,4020%
Core i7-4940MX9,402
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332-1%
Pentium N35101,619-83%
Celeron 2955U1,604-83%
A4-62101,587.5-83%
Celeron N29201,582-83%
A6-92251,568-83%

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 i7-4940MX orA4-6210
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i3-N30016.13+88%
Xeon E3-1535M v515.84+85%
Core i7-4910MQ15.27+78%
Core i7-4900MQ14.89+74%
Core i7-5557U10.38+21%
Core i7-4940MX8.58
Core i7-4930MX7.96-7%
Core i7-2960XM7.39-14%
Core i7-2920XM7.22-16%

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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
9,402
(+492.25%)
1,587.5
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
708
(+426.39%)
134.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
157
(+318.67%)
37.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,045
(+686.96%)
514
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,240
(+563.1%)
187
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,044
(+371.49%)
1,494
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,243
(+267.1%)
611
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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntel--
Process Size22 nm28 nm
Transistors1,400 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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
SeriesCore i7 Extreme--
MicroarchitectureHaswell--
CodenameHaswellMullins
Memory SupportDDR3--
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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
Cores44
Threads84
Clock Speed3.1 GHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier31.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedYes--

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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
L1 Cache64 KB256 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache8 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 i7-4940MXA4-6210
SocketIntel Socket G3Socket FT3 (BGA769)
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)57 W15 W
Tcase Max100 °C--
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4940MXA4-6210
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600Radeon R3 Series
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, TXT, TSX, CLMUL, FMA3--

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