A6-3500 vs Xeon X5272
A6-3500
Xeon X5272
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 A6-3500 is positioned at rank 707 and the Xeon X5272 is on rank 1029, so the A6-3500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A6-3500
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5272
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-3500 | Xeon X5272 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-3500 | Xeon X5272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) |
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 A6-3500 and Xeon X5272
A6-3500
The A6-3500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,439 points. Launch price was $70.
Xeon X5272
The Xeon X5272 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The A6-3500 is built on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. In PassMark, the A6-3500 scores 1,439 against the Xeon X5272's 1,451 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon X5272. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A6-3500 vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon X5272.
| Feature | A6-3500 | Xeon X5272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 3 / 3 | — |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz+62% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 6 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | — |
| PassMark | 1,439 | 1,451 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 265 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A6-3500 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon X5272 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A6-3500 versus DDR2 on the Xeon X5272 — the A6-3500 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5272 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (A6-3500) vs 4 (Xeon X5272). PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-3500) vs 0 (Xeon X5272) — the A6-3500 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A6-3500) and Intel 5100,Intel 5400 (Xeon X5272).
| Feature | A6-3500 | Xeon X5272 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | LGA771 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866+50% | DDR2 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 128 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3500) vs true (Xeon X5272). The A6-3500 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6530D), while the Xeon X5272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3500 targets Budget Desktop, Xeon X5272 targets Server. Direct competitor: A6-3500 rivals Pentium G620.
| Feature | A6-3500 | Xeon X5272 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6530D | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Server |
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