A10 Micro-6700T vs Ryzen 9 5900X
A10 Micro-6700T
Ryzen 9 5900X
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. The A10 Micro-6700T is positioned at rank #724 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A10 Micro-6700T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10 Micro-6700T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Mullins (2014) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10 Micro-6700T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 Micro-6700T and Ryzen 9 5900X
A10 Micro-6700T
The A10 Micro-6700T is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Mullins (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 1,426 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The A10 Micro-6700T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the A10 Micro-6700T versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 74.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The A10 Micro-6700T uses the Mullins (2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the A10 Micro-6700T scores 1,426 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 185.9% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 250 vs 2,174, a 158.7% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | A10 Micro-6700T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 12 / 24+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.8 GHz+118% |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3.7 GHz+208% |
| L3 Cache | — | 64 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-75% |
| Architecture | Mullins (2014) | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 1,426 | 38,955+2632% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 250 | 2,174+770% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,888 |
Memory & Platform
The A10 Micro-6700T uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the A10 Micro-6700T versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 5900X — the Ryzen 9 5900X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 5900X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A10 Micro-6700T) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 5900X). PCIe lanes: 4 (A10 Micro-6700T) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A10 Micro-6700T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 24+500% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 5900X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The A10 Micro-6700T includes integrated graphics (Radeon R6), while the Ryzen 9 5900X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10 Micro-6700T targets Tablet, Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: A10 Micro-6700T rivals Atom Z3770; Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | A10 Micro-6700T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R6 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Tablet | Workstation |
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