A6-5400B vs Pentium M 735

A6-5400B

2 Cores2 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

Pentium M 735

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 1.7 GHz2004

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A6-5400B

2 / 2

1,465

+0.4%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Pentium M 735

1 / 1

1,459

0.0%

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 A6-5400B is positioned at rank 699 and the Pentium M 735 is on rank 1207, so the A6-5400B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar A6-5400B

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12765%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

12061%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8758%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2638%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2090%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1828%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1047%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1033%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

941%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

941%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

930%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

905%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

893%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

889%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

881%

#391

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

98%

#699

A6-5400B

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#700

Core i3-4370T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

100%

#701

FX-6200

MSRP: $169|Avg: $25

100%

#702

FX-4150

MSRP: $137|Avg: $20

99%

#703

Core i5-2450P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $30

99%

#704

Core i5-4690T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $98

99%

#705

Core i5-4430S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $90

98%

#706

Core i5-4440S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $30

98%

#709

Core i3-4360T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

98%

#711

Core i5-3470S

MSRP: $184|Avg: $37

97%

#712

Core i5-4670T

MSRP: $189|Avg: $35

97%

#713

Core i5-2400S

MSRP: $135|Avg: $10

97%

#714

Pentium G3420

MSRP: $86|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 735

#1195

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

5915%

#1196

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

5829%

#1197

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5351%

#1198

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5327%

#1199

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5278%

#1201

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5097%

#1202

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4887%

#1203

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4879%

#1204

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4748%

#1207

Pentium M 735

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

100%

#1208

Core i7-620LM

MSRP: $300|Avg: N/A

98%

#1209

Core i7-740QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

96%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

96%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

94%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

93%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

92%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

92%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

90%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

89%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

87%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

84%

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 A6-5400B (2012) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A6-5400B	Pentium M 735
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($294)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 735 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A6-5400B	Pentium M 735
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($294)

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.

A6-5400B Benchmark Check

Pentium M 735 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A6-5400B and Pentium M 735

A6-5400B

The A6-5400B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,465 points. Launch price was $70.

Pentium M 735

The Pentium M 735 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,459 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The A6-5400B packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Pentium M 735 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the A6-5400B has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the A6-5400B versus 1.7 GHz on the Pentium M 735 — a 76.4% clock advantage for the A6-5400B (base: 3.6 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The A6-5400B uses the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium M 735 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the A6-5400B scores 1,465 against the Pentium M 735's 1,459 — a 0.4% lead for the A6-5400B. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	A6-5400B	Pentium M 735
Cores / Threads	2 / 2+100%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+124%	1.7 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+112%	1.7 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB+100%
Process	32 nm-64%	90 nm
Architecture	Trinity (2012−2013)	Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark	1,465	1,459
Geekbench 6 Single	380	—

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Memory & Platform

The A6-5400B uses the FM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium M 735 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A6-5400B versus DDR-333 on the Pentium M 735 — the A6-5400B supports -203.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A6-5400B supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (A6-5400B) vs 1 (Pentium M 735). PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-5400B) vs 0 (Pentium M 735) — the A6-5400B offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	A6-5400B	Pentium M 735
Socket	FM2	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0+82%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1866	DDR-333
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB+1500%	2 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-5400B) vs None (Pentium M 735). The A6-5400B includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 7540D), while the Pentium M 735 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-5400B targets Business Desktop, Pentium M 735 targets Mobile Legacy. Direct competitor: A6-5400B rivals Pentium G2020.