A8-3500M vs Core i3-2370M
A8-3500M
Core i3-2370M
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 A8-3500M is positioned at rank 821 and the Core i3-2370M is on rank 1186, so the A8-3500M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A8-3500M
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2370M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-3500M | Core i3-2370M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-3500M | Core i3-2370M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($225) |
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 A8-3500M and Core i3-2370M
A8-3500M
The A8-3500M 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 1.5 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: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,391 points. Launch price was $90.
Core i3-2370M
The Core i3-2370M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,370 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The A8-3500M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-2370M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3500M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the A8-3500M versus 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-2370M — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The A8-3500M uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-2370M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3500M scores 1,391 against the Core i3-2370M's 1,370 — a 1.5% lead for the A8-3500M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 231 vs 412, a 56.3% lead for the Core i3-2370M that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-3500M vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2370M.
| Feature | A8-3500M | Core i3-2370M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 2.4 GHz+60% |
| 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 | 1,391+2% | 1,370 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 231 | 412+78% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 711 |
Memory & Platform
The A8-3500M uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-2370M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3500M) vs 16 (Core i3-2370M) — the A8-3500M offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A8-3500M | Core i3-2370M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FS1 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A8-3500M) vs VT-x (Core i3-2370M). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6620G (A8-3500M) and Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2370M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3500M targets Budget Laptop, Core i3-2370M targets Laptop. Direct competitor: A8-3500M rivals Core i3-2310M.
| Feature | A8-3500M | Core i3-2370M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6620G | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | Laptop |
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