Intel Core i3-3220T vs AMD A8-3550MX

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Intel Core i3-3220T or Intel Core i3-3220T – 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 Intel Core i3-3220T features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-3220T, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
The AMD A8-3550MX features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2011 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD A series.
To use the AMD A8-3550MX, you'll need a motherboard with a FS1 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family AMD A
Desktop / Server Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-3220T Name AMD A8-3550MX
Intel Core i 3000 Group AMD A6-3000M
3 Generation 1
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-3220T has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-3220T is 2.8 GHz
The AMD A8-3550MX has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD A8-3550MX is 2.0 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.7 GHz.
2x Cores 4x
None None 2.7 GHz
2.8 GHz Frequency 2.0 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
Yes Hyperthreading No
4 Threads 4
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking Yes
None None 2.7 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-3220T has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-3220T uses the Intel HD Graphics 2500, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD A8-3550MX has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD A8-3550MX uses the AMD Radeon HD 6620G, which has 400 texture shaders
and 5 execution units.
1.05 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q2/2012 Release date Q2/2011
6 Execution units 5
11.0 Direct X 11
-- Max. displays --
48 Shaders 400
Intel HD Graphics 2500 GPU name AMD Radeon HD 6620G
0.65 GHz GPU frequency 0.44 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 1.0 GB
7 Generation 3
22 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

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.
No VP8 No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode
Decode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 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.
Yes AES-NI No
32.0 GB Max. Memory 0 bytes
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth --
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 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 45 W watts.
35 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-3220T is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD A8-3550MX is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q3/2012 Release date Q4/2011
LGA 1155 Socket FS1
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Ivy Bridge S Architecture Llano (K10)
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization AMD-V
117 $ Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4a
Monolithic Chip design --
22 nm Technology 32 nm