Performance
Pentium 3556U8% better
1,7565% of 36,991
A9-9420
1,6324% of 36,991
The Pentium 3556U has 8% better performance than the A9-9420 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Performance per dollar
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A9-9420
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Summary
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About the Intel Pentium 3556U CPU
The Intel Pentium 3556U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2013. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The 3556U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Pentium 3556U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Pentium 3556U 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 2 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Pentium 3556U 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 1700.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Pentium 3556U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD. 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 Pentium 3556U has the 640th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.75% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the AMD A9-9420 CPU
The AMD A9-9420 is an end-of-life 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 A9-9420 is compatible with AMD Socket FT4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R5 3CU integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The A9-9420 supports DDR4 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A9-9420 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 160 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 A9-9420 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 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 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 A9-9420 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R5 3CU. 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 A9-9420 has the 654th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.41% 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.
| Info | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Series | Pentium | A9 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q3 2013 | Q2 2016 |
| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
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Performance
Pentium 3556U8% better
1,7565% of 36,991
A9-9420
1,6324% of 36,991
The Pentium 3556U has 8% better performance than the A9-9420 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Pentium 3556U is ranked 640th with a score of 1,756, and the A9-9420 is ranked 654th with a score of 1,632.
Performance per dollar
Pentium 3556U
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A9-9420
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Pentium 3556U and the A9-9420 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.
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| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
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| Celeron 1000M | 1,779 | +1% |
| Pentium N3700 | 1,768 | +1% |
| Pentium 3556U | 1,756 | |
| Pentium N3710 | 1,742.5 | -1% |
| Core M-5Y31 | 1,738.5 | -1% |
| A4-5000 | 1,635 | -7% |
| Celeron N2940 | 1,635 | -7% |
| A9-9420 | 1,632 | -7% |
| Pentium N3510 | 1,619 | -8% |
| Celeron 2955U | 1,604 | -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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| CPU | Performance 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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| Benchmark | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
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| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 1,756 (+7.6%) | 1,632 |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 125.5 | 134 (+6.77%) |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 65.5 | 81 (+23.66%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 493 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 302 | -- |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 1,058 | 1,497 (+41.49%) |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 951 | 1,292 (+35.86%) |
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.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |
| Process Size | 22 nm | 28 nm |
| Transistors | 1,400 million | 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.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
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| Series | Pentium | A9 |
| Microarchitecture | Haswell | Stoney Ridge |
| Codename | Haswell | Stoney Ridge |
| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | -- | Single-channel |
| ECC Memory | No | 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.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
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| Cores | 2 | 2 |
| Threads | 2 | 2 |
| Clock Speed | 1700.0 MHz | 3.0 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | -- | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 17.0x | 30.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | 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.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 160 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 2 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.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | Intel BGA 1168 | AMD Socket FT4 |
| PCI Express | -- | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W | 15 W |
| Tcase Max | 105 °C | -- |
| TJ Max | 100 °C | 90 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Pentium 3556U | A9-9420 |
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| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD | Radeon R5 3CU |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart Cache | 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.