CPU comparison with benchmarks
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AMD A6-5400K or AMD A6-5400K – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes. The AMD A6-5400K features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently. It was released in Q3/2012 and belongs to the 4 generation of the AMD A series. To use the AMD A6-5400K, you'll need a motherboard with a FM2 socket. The Intel Core i7-980X features 6 processor cores and has the capability to manage 12 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2010 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition series. To use the Intel Core i7-980X, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1366 socket.
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AMD A |
Family |
Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition |
Mobile |
Segment |
Desktop / Server |
AMD A6-5400K |
Name |
Intel Core i7-980X |
AMD A6-5000 |
Group |
Intel Core i7 900 |
4 |
Generation |
1 |
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CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
The AMD A6-5400K has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD A6-5400K is 3.6 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz. The Intel Core i7-980X has 6 CPU cores and can calculate 12 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-980X is 3.33 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
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2x |
Cores |
6x |
3.8 GHz |
Turbo Frequency (all cores) |
None |
3.6 GHz |
Frequency |
3.33 GHz |
2 |
CPU Cores |
6 |
normal |
Core architecture |
normal |
No |
Hyperthreading |
Yes |
Yes |
Overclocking |
Yes |
2 |
Threads |
12 |
3.8 GHz |
Turbo Frequency (1 core) |
3.6 GHz |
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Internal Graphics |
The AMD A6-5400K has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short. Specifically, the AMD A6-5400K uses the AMD Radeon HD 7540D, which has 192 texture shaders and 3 execution units. The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die. The Intel Core i7-980X does not have integrated graphics.
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GPU (Turbo) |
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Q2/2012 |
Release date |
-- |
3 |
Execution units |
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11 |
Direct X |
-- |
-- |
Max. displays |
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192 |
Shaders |
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AMD Radeon HD 7540D |
GPU name |
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0.64 GHz |
GPU frequency |
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2.0 GB |
Max. GPU Memory |
0 bytes |
4 |
Generation |
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32 nm |
Technology |
-- |
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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AI specifications |
-- |
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AI hardware |
-- |
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Hardware codec support |
A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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No |
VP8 |
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No |
VP9 |
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Decode |
AVC |
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Decode |
h264 |
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Decode / Encode |
JPEG |
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Decode |
VC-1 |
-- |
No |
AV1 |
-- |
No |
h265 / HEVC (8 bit) |
-- |
No |
h265 / HEVC (10 bit) |
-- |
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Memory & PCIe |
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 24.0 GB distributed across 3 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
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Yes |
AES-NI |
No |
0 bytes |
Max. Memory |
24.0 GB |
-- |
Bandwidth |
25.6 GB/s |
DDR3-1866 |
Memory type |
DDR3-1066 |
pci |
PCIe |
pci |
2 |
Memory channels |
3 |
No |
ECC |
No |
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Thermal Management |
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts. TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 130 W watts.
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65 W |
TDP (PL1 / PBP) |
130 W |
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Tjunction max |
-- |
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Technical details |
The AMD A6-5400K is manufactured using a 28 nm process. A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 1.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The Intel Core i7-980X is manufactured using a 32 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 12.0 MB cache.
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Technical data sheet |
Documents |
Technical data sheet |
Q3/2012 |
Release date |
Q1/2010 |
FM2 |
Socket |
LGA 1366 |
0 bytes |
L2-Cache |
1.5 MB |
1.0 MB |
L3-Cache |
12.0 MB |
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Operating systems |
Windows 10, Linux |
x86-64 (64 bit) |
Instruction set (ISA) |
x86-64 (64 bit) |
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Part Number |
-- |
Kabini (Jaguar) |
Architecture |
Gulftown |
AMD-V |
Virtualization |
VT-x, VT-x EPT |
45 $ |
Release price |
1059 $ |
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX |
ISA extensions |
SSE4.1, SSE4.2 |
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Chip design |
Monolithic |
28 nm |
Technology |
32 nm |
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