A10-7700K vs Core i5-6300U
A10-7700K
Core i5-6300U
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 A10-7700K is positioned at rank 402 and the Core i5-6300U is on rank 310, so the Core i5-6300U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A10-7700K
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6300U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10-7700K | Core i5-6300U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($152) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10-7700K | Core i5-6300U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($152) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 A10-7700K and Core i5-6300U
A10-7700K
The A10-7700K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 January 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,182 points. Launch price was $152.
Core i5-6300U
The Core i5-6300U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,207 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The A10-7700K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-6300U offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A10-7700K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the A10-7700K versus 3 GHz on the Core i5-6300U — a 23.5% clock advantage for the A10-7700K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The A10-7700K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-6300U uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A10-7700K scores 3,182 against the Core i5-6300U's 3,207 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-6300U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 442 vs 967, a 74.5% lead for the Core i5-6300U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A10-7700K vs 3 MB on the Core i5-6300U.
| Feature | A10-7700K | Core i5-6300U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+46% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+700% | 512 kB |
| Process | 28 nm | 14 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Godaveri (2014−2016) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,182 | 3,207 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 442 | 967+119% |
Memory & Platform
The A10-7700K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-6300U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the A10-7700K versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6300U — the Core i5-6300U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A10-7700K) vs 12 (Core i5-6300U) — the A10-7700K offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A85X,A88X (A10-7700K) and Skylake-U (Core i5-6300U).
| Feature | A10-7700K | Core i5-6300U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | BGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Only the A10-7700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10-7700K) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-6300U). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R7 (A10-7700K) and HD Graphics 520 (Core i5-6300U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-7700K targets Budget, Core i5-6300U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-7700K rivals Core i3-4360; Core i5-6300U rivals PRO A12-9800B.
| Feature | A10-7700K | Core i5-6300U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 | HD Graphics 520 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Mainstream Laptop |
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