Athlon II X2 280 vs A8-4555M

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1355

Passmark Score

1341

Performance Difference

Athlon II X2 280 is 1.0% faster than A8-4555M

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Athlon II X2 280 performs 1.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Athlon II X2 280 and A8-4555M.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Athlon II X2 280 and A8-4555M

AMD

Athlon II X2 280

The Athlon II X2 280 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 February 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Regor (2009−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,355 points. Launch price was $100.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$100
Release Date:6 February 2013 (12 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Regor (2009−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2857

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:117 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB
L2 Cache:1 MB
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:3.6 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Transistor Count:410 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR2, DDR3
AMD

A8-4555M

The A8-4555M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 19 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,341 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:AMD A-Series
Designer:AMD
Release Date:27 September 2012 (13 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Trinity (2012−2013)
Performance Ranking Position:2865

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:246 mm2
L1 Cache:192 kB
L2 Cache:4 MB (total)
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:2.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:1.6 GHz
Transistor Count:1,178 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):100 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:FP2
Power Consumption (TDP):19 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:unknown Dual-channel

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