A10-7860K vs Xeon X5560
A10-7860K
Xeon X5560
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 A10-7860K is positioned at rank 392 and the Xeon X5560 is on rank 687, so the A10-7860K offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A10-7860K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5560
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10-7860K | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($117) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Gainestown (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10-7860K | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($117) | ✅ 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 A10-7860K and Xeon X5560
A10-7860K
The A10-7860K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,237 points. Launch price was $130.
Xeon X5560
The Xeon X5560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,231 points. Launch price was $44.
Processing Power
The A10-7860K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon X5560's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the A10-7860K versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X5560 — a 22.2% clock advantage for the A10-7860K (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The A10-7860K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Xeon X5560 uses Gainestown (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A10-7860K scores 3,237 against the Xeon X5560's 3,231 — a 0.2% lead for the A10-7860K.
| Feature | A10-7860K | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+29% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Godaveri (2014−2016) | Gainestown (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,237 | 3,231 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 450 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A10-7860K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5560 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-2133 memory speed. Memory channels: 2 (A10-7860K) vs 3 (Xeon X5560). Chipset compatibility: A55,A68H,A75,A78,A85X,A88X (A10-7860K) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5560).
| Feature | A10-7860K | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 3+50% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Only the A10-7860K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A10-7860K) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5560). The A10-7860K includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7), while the Xeon X5560 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-7860K targets Budget, Xeon X5560 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: A10-7860K rivals Core i3-6100; Xeon X5560 rivals Core i3-2100.
| Feature | A10-7860K | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Workstation |
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