A10 PRO-7850B vs Core i7-965
A10 PRO-7850B
Core i7-965
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 PRO-7850B is positioned at rank 1027 and the Core i7-965 is on rank 1086, so the A10 PRO-7850B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A10 PRO-7850B
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-965
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+248%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 PRO-7850B and Core i7-965
A10 PRO-7850B
The A10 PRO-7850B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. 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: 3,441 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i7-965
The Core i7-965 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Novembro 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,424 points. Launch price was $1,509.
Processing Power
The A10 PRO-7850B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-965's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the A10 PRO-7850B versus 3.46 GHz on the Core i7-965 — a 14.5% clock advantage for the A10 PRO-7850B (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The A10 PRO-7850B uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i7-965 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the A10 PRO-7850B scores 3,441 against the Core i7-965's 3,424 — a 0.5% lead for the A10 PRO-7850B.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+16% | 3.46 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+16% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-38% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Kaveri (2014−2015) | Bloomfield (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,441 | 3,424 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 470 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A10 PRO-7850B uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-965 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A10 PRO-7850B) / not specified (Core i7-965). The A10 PRO-7850B includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7), while the Core i7-965 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10 PRO-7850B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A10 PRO-7850B rivals Core i5-4590.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Business Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The A10 PRO-7850B launched at $426 MSRP, while the Core i7-965 debuted at $1000. At current prices ($140 vs $40), the Core i7-965 is $100 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A10 PRO-7850B delivers 24.6 pts/$ vs 85.6 pts/$ for the Core i7-965 — making the Core i7-965 the 110.8% better value option.
| Feature | A10 PRO-7850B | Core i7-965 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $426-57% | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $140 | $40-71% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.6 | 85.6+248% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2008 |
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