A4 Micro-6400T
VS
Ryzen 7 7800X3D

A4 Micro-6400T vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D

AMD

A4 Micro-6400T

4 Cores4 Thrd5 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2014
VS
AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023

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 A4 Micro-6400T is positioned at rank #843 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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

Performance Per Dollar A4 Micro-6400T

#831
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1356%
#832
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1336%
#833
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
1226%
#834
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
1221%
#835
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
1210%
#837
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
1168%
#838
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
1120%
#839
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
1118%
#840
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
1088%
#843
A4 Micro-6400T
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#852
Pentium P6300
MSRP: $80|Avg: $10
97%
#854
E-350
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
97%
#856
Ryzen Embedded R1305G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $50
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D

#197
Ryzen 5 5600X3D
MSRP: $229|Avg: $229
107%
#198
Core i3-9350KF
MSRP: $173|Avg: $80
106%
#199
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
MSRP: $220|Avg: $220
106%
#200
Core i3-9300
MSRP: $143|Avg: $75
106%
#201
Ryzen 7 3800XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $249
105%
#202
Core i5-11400T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $140
104%
#203
Core i3-10305
MSRP: $149|Avg: $100
103%
#204
Core i3-9320
MSRP: $154|Avg: $80
103%
#205
Core i3-10105
MSRP: $122|Avg: $90
103%
#206
Core i3-13100E
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
102%
#207
Core i9-13900F
MSRP: $524|Avg: $536
102%
#208
Processor 300
MSRP: $82|Avg: $80
102%
#209
Ryzen 5 2600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $145
102%
#210
Ryzen 5 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $80
101%
#211
Core i9-14900KS
MSRP: $749|Avg: $670
101%
#212
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
MSRP: $449|Avg: $384
100%
#213
Core i3-8100T
MSRP: $117|Avg: $59
100%
#214
Core i7-13700E
MSRP: $390|Avg: $380
100%
#215
Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G
MSRP: $430|Avg: $270
99%
#216
Core i7-9700
MSRP: $333|Avg: $150
99%
#217
Core i5-13500TE
MSRP: $235|Avg: $250
98%
#218
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
MSRP: $294|Avg: $76
98%
#219
Ryzen 7 PRO 5845
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#220
Athlon PRO 300GE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#221
Athlon Gold 3150G
MSRP: $100|Avg: $80
97%
#222
Core i7-9800X
MSRP: $589|Avg: $210
97%
#223
Ryzen 7 4700G
MSRP: $299|Avg: $235
96%
#224
Ryzen 9 5900
MSRP: $549|Avg: $395
96%
#225
Ryzen 5 7600X3D
MSRP: $299|Avg: $300
96%
#226
Ryzen 5 1600X
MSRP: $249|Avg: $144
59%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightA4 Micro-6400TRyzen 7 7800X3D
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Mullins (2014) / 28 nm)
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A4 Micro-6400T (2014) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightA4 Micro-6400TRyzen 7 7800X3D
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($384)

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 A4 Micro-6400T and Ryzen 7 7800X3D

AMD

A4 Micro-6400T

The A4 Micro-6400T 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 GHz, with boost up to 1.6 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: 1,082 points. Launch price was $69.

AMD

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.

Processing Power

The A4 Micro-6400T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the A4 Micro-6400T versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 103% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The A4 Micro-6400T uses the Mullins (2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the A4 Micro-6400T scores 1,082 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 187.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 180 vs 2,700, a 175% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates.

FeatureA4 Micro-6400TRyzen 7 7800X3D
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock
1.6 GHz
5 GHz+213%
Base Clock
1 GHz
4.4 GHz+340%
L3 Cache
96 MB (total)
L2 Cache
2048 kB+100%
1 MB (per core)
Process
28 nm
5 nm-82%
Architecture
Mullins (2014)
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark
1,082
34,293+3069%
Cinebench R23 Multi
18,500
Geekbench 6 Single
180
2,700+1400%
Geekbench 6 Multi
15,000
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Memory & Platform

The A4 Micro-6400T uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1333 on the A4 Micro-6400T versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A4 Micro-6400T) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). PCIe lanes: 8 (A4 Micro-6400T) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureA4 Micro-6400TRyzen 7 7800X3D
Socket
FT3
AM5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed
DDR3L-1333
DDR5-5200+67%
Max RAM Capacity
8 GB
128 GB+1500%
RAM Channels
1
2+100%
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
8
28+250%
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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Both include integrated graphics Radeon R3 (A4 Micro-6400T) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A4 Micro-6400T targets Tablet, Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: A4 Micro-6400T rivals Atom Z3770; Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.

FeatureA4 Micro-6400TRyzen 7 7800X3D
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon R3
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
Unlocked
No
Yes
AVX-512
No
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V
AMD-V
Target Use
Tablet
Gaming