A10-9600P
VS
Xeon X5365

A10-9600P vs Xeon X5365

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 A10-9600P is positioned at rank 572 and the Xeon X5365 is on rank 823, so the A10-9600P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar A10-9600P

#178
Core i7-1360P
MSRP: $480|Avg: $280
99%
#179
Core i7-1260P
MSRP: $432|Avg: $432
99%
#560
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
755%
#561
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
744%
#562
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
683%
#563
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
680%
#564
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
673%
#566
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
650%
#567
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
623%
#568
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
622%
#569
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
606%
#572
A10-9600P
MSRP: $128|Avg: $50
100%
#583
Processor N100
MSRP: $128|Avg: $100
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5365

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
17824%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
3365%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
2990%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
2310%
#469
EPYC 9554
MSRP: $9087|Avg: $2795
98%
#470
Xeon Gold 6338T
MSRP: $3139|Avg: $1795
98%
#471
Xeon E5-2650 v4
MSRP: $1166|Avg: $45
98%
#472
EPYC 9845
MSRP: $13564|Avg: $8670
97%
#473
EPYC 7F32
MSRP: $2100|Avg: $179
95%
#474
EPYC 9654P
MSRP: $10625|Avg: $5345
94%
#823
Xeon X5365
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#824
Xeon E5-1660 v3
MSRP: $1080|Avg: $198
100%
#827
Xeon W3565
MSRP: $294|Avg: $69
99%
#837
Xeon W3550
MSRP: $294|Avg: $30
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The A10-9600P (2016) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightA10-9600PXeon X5365
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5365 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightA10-9600PXeon X5365
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 A10-9600P and Xeon X5365

AMD

A10-9600P

The A10-9600P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,333 points. Launch price was $130.

Intel

Xeon X5365

The Xeon X5365 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,331 points. Launch price was $800.

Processing Power

The A10-9600P is built on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the A10-9600P scores 2,333 against the Xeon X5365's 2,331 — a 0.1% lead for the A10-9600P.

FeatureA10-9600PXeon X5365
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
Boost Clock
3.3 GHz
Base Clock
2.4 GHz
3 GHz+25%
L3 Cache
8 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache
2048 kB
Process
28 nm-57%
65 nm
Architecture
Bristol Ridge (2016−2019)
PassMark
2,333
2,331
Geekbench 6 Single
469
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Memory & Platform

The A10-9600P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5365 uses LGA771 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureA10-9600PXeon X5365
Socket
FP4
LGA771
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-1866
Max RAM Capacity
16 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
8
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (A10-9600P) / not specified (Xeon X5365). The A10-9600P includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5), while the Xeon X5365 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10-9600P targets Laptop. Direct competitor: A10-9600P rivals Core i3-6006U.

FeatureA10-9600PXeon X5365
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon R5
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
Target Use
Laptop