Intel Core i3-4005U vs AMD G-T40E

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Intel Core i3-4005U or Intel Core i3-4005U – 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 i3-4005U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2013 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-4005U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1168 socket.
The AMD G-T40E features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2011 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD G series.
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 4000U Group AMD G
Intel Core i3 Family AMD G
4 Generation 1
Intel Core i3-4005U Name AMD G-T40E
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-4005U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-4005U is 1.7 GHz
The AMD G-T40E has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD G-T40E is 1.0 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
No Overclocking No
2 CPU Cores 2
1.7 GHz Frequency 1.0 GHz
2x Cores 2x
Yes Hyperthreading No
4 Threads 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-4005U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-4005U uses the Intel HD Graphics 4400, which has 160 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD G-T40E has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD G-T40E uses the AMD Radeon HD 6250, which has 80 texture shaders
and 1 execution units.
11.1 Direct X 11
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 1.0 GB
20 Execution units 1
7.5 Generation 3
0.95 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q2/2013 Release date Q4/2010
Intel HD Graphics 4400 GPU name AMD Radeon HD 6250
160 Shaders 80
-- Max. displays --
22 nm Technology 40 nm
0.2 GHz GPU frequency 0.28 GHz
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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

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

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 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.
No ECC No
16.0 GB Max. Memory 0 bytes
2 Memory channels 1
Yes AES-NI No
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3L-1066
pci PCIe pci
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth --
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 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 6.4 W watts.
-- Tjunction max --
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 6.4 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-4005U 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 G-T40E is manufactured using a 40 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 1.0 MB cache.
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
Monolithic Chip design --
-- Release price --
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V
3.0 MB L3-Cache 1.0 MB
Q3/2013 Release date Q1/2011
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
BGA 1168 Socket
Haswell U Architecture Ontario (Bobcat)
22 nm Technology 40 nm
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4a
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
3410
3410
AMD G-T40E
2C 2T @ 1.0 GHz
740
740

Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark

Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
1654
1654
AMD G-T40E
2C 2T @ 1.0 GHz
482
482

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i3-4005U
2C 4T @ 1.7 GHz
1620
1620
AMD G-T40E
2C 2T @ 1.0 GHz
398
398