Intel Pentium Silver J5005 vs AMD A12-9720P
The Pentium Silver J5005 has 4% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Pentium Silver J5005 has 15% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.
Summary
About the Intel Pentium Silver J5005 CPU
The Intel Pentium Silver J5005 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2017 with a suggested retail price of $161. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Goldmont Plus microarchitecture. The Silver J5005 is compatible with Intel BGA 1090 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 605 integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Pentium Silver J5005 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium Silver J5005 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 56 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Pentium Silver J5005 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 1500.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.8 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 Pentium Silver J5005 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 605. 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 Pentium Silver J5005 has the 598th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 791 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.51% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X. Its 2,874 score and $161 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 17.85. This is the 193rd 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 605th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 791 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 7.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Series | Pentium | -- |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q4 2017 | -- |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $161 | -- |
| Production Status | End-of-life | -- |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The Pentium Silver J5005 has 4% better performance than the A12-9720P for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Pentium Silver J5005 is ranked 598th with a score of 2,874, and the A12-9720P is ranked 605th with a score of 2,761.
The Pentium Silver J5005 has 30% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
Pentium Silver J5005's 17.85 performance per dollar ranks it 193rd 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.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-L16G7 | 3,015 | +5% |
| Core i3-5010U | 3,002 | +4% |
| Pentium Silver J5005 | 2,874 | |
| Core i3-2330M | 2,786 | -3% |
| A10-5757M | 2,772 | -4% |
| A12-9720P | 2,761 | -4% |
| FX-8800P | 2,753.5 | -4% |
| Core m3-7Y32 | 2,747 | -4% |
| Core i3-5015U | 2,715 | -6% |
| Core i3-5005U | 2,711 | -6% |
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.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-8265U | 20.95 | +17% |
| Core i7-4800MQ | 20.78 | +16% |
| Core i3-7100H | 20.26 | +14% |
| Core i3-1115G4 | 19.86 | +11% |
| Pentium Gold 5405U | 19.56 | +10% |
| Pentium Silver J5005 | 17.85 | |
| Celeron 3865U | 17.81 | -0% |
| Celeron J4005 | 17.54 | -2% |
| Core i7-8665U | 16.52 | -7% |
| Core i7-8565U | 16.48 | -8% |
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 Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 2,874 (+4.09%) | 2,761 |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | 1,118 | -- |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 254 (+8.32%) | 234.5 |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 78.3 (+8%) | 72.5 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 1,070 | 1,166 (+8.97%) |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 372 | 515 (+38.44%) |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | -- | 2,637 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | -- | 1,321 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Foundry | Intel | -- |
| Process Size | 14 nm | 28 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.
| Spec | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Pentium | -- |
| Microarchitecture | Goldmont Plus | -- |
| Codename | Gemini Lake | Bristol Ridge |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | -- |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | -- |
| 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.
| Spec | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 1500.0 MHz | 2700.0 MHz |
| Turbo Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3600.0 MHz |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | -- |
| Multiplier | 15.0x | -- |
| 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.
| Spec | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 56 KB | 512 KB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 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 Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | Intel BGA 1090 | BGA (FP4) |
| PCI Express | PCIe 2.0 x6 | -- |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 10 W | 15 W |
| TJ Max | 105 °C | 90 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Pentium Silver J5005 | A12-9720P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 605 | Radeon R7 Series |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AES-NI, SHA, F16C, EM64T, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, EIST, XD-bit, SGX | -- |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.