A10-4600M vs Core i5-520UM
A10-4600M
Core i5-520UM
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The A10-4600M is positioned at rank 661 and the Core i5-520UM is on rank 130, so the Core i5-520UM offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A10-4600M
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-520UM
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10-4600M | Core i5-520UM |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10-4600M | Core i5-520UM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A10-4600M and Core i5-520UM
A10-4600M
The A10-4600M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,948 points. Launch price was $130.
Core i5-520UM
The Core i5-520UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.07 GHz, with boost up to 1.87 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800. Passmark benchmark score: 1,943 points. Launch price was $241.
Processing Power
The A10-4600M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-520UM offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A10-4600M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the A10-4600M versus 1.87 GHz on the Core i5-520UM — a 52.5% clock advantage for the A10-4600M (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.07 GHz). The A10-4600M uses the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-520UM uses Arrandale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A10-4600M scores 1,948 against the Core i5-520UM's 1,943 — a 0.3% lead for the A10-4600M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A10-4600M vs 3 MB on the Core i5-520UM.
| Feature | A10-4600M | Core i5-520UM |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+71% | 1.87 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+115% | 1.07 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (total)+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Trinity (2012−2013) | Arrandale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,948 | 1,943 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 342 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 916 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A10-4600M uses the FS1r2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-520UM uses BGA1288 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the A10-4600M versus 800 on the Core i5-520UM — the Core i5-520UM supports 198.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-4600M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A70M (A10-4600M) and HM55,HM57,QM57,QS57 (Core i5-520UM).
| Feature | A10-4600M | Core i5-520UM |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FS1r2 | BGA1288 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 800+26567% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+209715100% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10-4600M) vs true (Core i5-520UM). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 7660G (A10-4600M) and Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) (Core i5-520UM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-4600M targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-4600M rivals Core i3-2310M; Core i5-520UM rivals Core 2 Duo SU9400.
| Feature | A10-4600M | Core i5-520UM |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 7660G | Intel HD Graphics (Ironlake) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | — |
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