A6-3620 vs Core i5-2515E
A6-3620
Core i5-2515E
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 A6-3620 is positioned at rank #580 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 A6-3620
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A6-3620 | Core i5-2515E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A6-3620 | Core i5-2515E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 A6-3620 and Core i5-2515E
A6-3620
The A6-3620 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 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: 1,877 points. Launch price was $70.
Core i5-2515E
The Core i5-2515E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,882 points. Launch price was $266.
Processing Power
The A6-3620 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-2515E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A6-3620 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the A6-3620 versus 2.5 GHz on the Core i5-2515E — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The A6-3620 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-2515E uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A6-3620 scores 1,877 against the Core i5-2515E's 1,882 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-2515E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 300 vs 530, a 55.4% lead for the Core i5-2515E that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A6-3620 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-2515E.
| Feature | A6-3620 | Core i5-2515E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,877 | 1,882 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 300 | 530+77% |
Memory & Platform
The A6-3620 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-2515E uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1866 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A6-3620) and HM65,QM67 (Core i5-2515E).
| Feature | A6-3620 | Core i5-2515E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3620) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-2515E). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6530D (A6-3620) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i5-2515E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3620 targets Budget Desktop, Core i5-2515E targets Embedded. Direct competitor: A6-3620 rivals Pentium G840; Core i5-2515E rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | A6-3620 | Core i5-2515E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6530D | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Embedded |
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