A6-7000 vs Ryzen 7 5700X

A6-7000

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A6-7000

2 / 2

1,002

0.0%

Mobile Athlon 64 3400+

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 / 16

26,609

+2555.6%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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 A6-7000 is positioned at rank #1081 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 A6-7000

#1069

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2928%

#1070

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2885%

#1071

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2649%

#1072

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2637%

#1073

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2613%

#1075

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2523%

#1076

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2419%

#1077

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2415%

#1078

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2350%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

99%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

96%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700X

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

105%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

105%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

105%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

103%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

103%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

103%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

103%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

102%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

102%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

102%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

102%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

102%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

101%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

101%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

100%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

100%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

99%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

99%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

98%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

98%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

98%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

98%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

98%

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

98%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

97%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

97%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

97%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

96%

#71

Core i5-14490F

MSRP: $209|Avg: $190

96%

#72

Core i5-12600KF

MSRP: $264|Avg: $190

96%

#73

Core i5-13600KF

MSRP: $249|Avg: $258

95%

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 5700X (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A6-7000	Ryzen 7 5700X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A6-7000 (2014) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A6-7000	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+128%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($15)	⚠️ Higher cost ($175)

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.

A6-7000 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5700X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A6-7000 and Ryzen 7 5700X

A6-7000

The A6-7000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,002 points. Launch price was $70.

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The A6-7000 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the A6-7000 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X — a 42.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The A6-7000 uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the A6-7000 scores 1,002 against the Ryzen 7 5700X's 26,609 — a 185.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X.

Feature	A6-7000	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	8 / 16+300%
Boost Clock	3 GHz	4.6 GHz+53%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+55%
L3 Cache	—	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1024 kB+100%	512K (per core)
Process	28 nm	7 nm-75%
Architecture	Kaveri (2014−2015)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	1,002	26,609+2556%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	14,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,116
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	9,715

🧠

Memory & Platform

The A6-7000 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the A6-7000 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5700X — the A6-7000 supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 5700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A6-7000) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 5700X). PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-7000) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5700X) — the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP3 (A6-7000) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700X).

Feature	A6-7000	Ryzen 7 5700X
Socket	FT3	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	1600+39900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	16	128 GB+838860700%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	24+50%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (A6-7000) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X). The A6-7000 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R4 Graphics), while the Ryzen 7 5700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: A6-7000 rivals Pentium 3556U; Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.

Feature	A6-7000	Ryzen 7 5700X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Radeon R4 Graphics	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	true	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Gaming

💰

Value Analysis

The A6-7000 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5700X debuted at $299. At current prices ($15 vs $175), the A6-7000 is $160 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A6-7000 delivers 66.8 pts/$ vs 152.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5700X — making the Ryzen 7 5700X the 77.9% better value option.