Athlon II X3 460 vs A8-6500T

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1965

Passmark Score

1983

Performance Difference

A8-6500T is 0.9% faster than Athlon II X3 460

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, A8-6500T performs 0.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Athlon II X3 460 and A8-6500T.

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 X3 460 and A8-6500T

AMD

Athlon II X3 460

The Athlon II X3 460 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 May 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,965 points. Launch price was $50.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$50
Release Date:3 May 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Rana (2009−2011)
Performance Ranking Position:2598

Technical Specifications

Cores:3
Threads:3
Die Size:169 mm2
L1 Cache:128 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:0 kB
Max Frequency:3.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Transistor Count:300 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
AMD

A8-6500T

The A8-6500T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,983 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:16 September 2013 (12 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Richland (2013−2014)
Performance Ranking Position:2592

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:246 mm2
L1 Cache:192 kB
L2 Cache:4096 kB
Max Frequency:3.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Transistor Count:1,303 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Max Core Temperature:71 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):71 °C

Compatibility

Socket:FM2
Power Consumption (TDP):45 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3-1866
Memory Channels:2

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