A8-3520M vs Celeron 3867U

A8-3520M

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.5 GHz2011

Celeron 3867U

2 Cores2 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.8 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-3520M

4 / 4

1,441

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron 3867U

2 / 2

1,449

+0.6%

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 A8-3520M is positioned at rank 806 and the Celeron 3867U is on rank 132, so the Celeron 3867U 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 A8-3520M

#794

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1221%

#795

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1204%

#796

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1105%

#797

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1100%

#798

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1090%

#800

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1052%

#801

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1009%

#802

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1007%

#803

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

980%

#806

A8-3520M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#809

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

100%

#810

Celeron B800

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

99%

#811

Celeron B710

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

99%

#812

Athlon II Neo K345

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#818

Core i7-8709G

MSRP: $338|Avg: $150

98%

#819

Celeron M 560

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 3867U

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

96%

#120

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

304%

#121

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

299%

#122

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

275%

#123

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

273%

#124

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

271%

#126

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

262%

#127

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

251%

#128

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

251%

#129

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

244%

#132

Celeron 3867U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

98%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

98%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

97%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

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 Celeron 3867U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A8-3520M	Celeron 3867U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A8-3520M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A8-3520M	Celeron 3867U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

A8-3520M Benchmark Check

Celeron 3867U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-3520M and Celeron 3867U

A8-3520M

The A8-3520M 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 1.6 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: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,441 points. Launch price was $90.

Celeron 3867U

The Celeron 3867U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 March 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,449 points. Launch price was $107.

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Processing Power

The A8-3520M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron 3867U offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A8-3520M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the A8-3520M versus 1.8 GHz on the Celeron 3867U — a 32.6% clock advantage for the A8-3520M (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The A8-3520M uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron 3867U uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3520M scores 1,441 against the Celeron 3867U's 1,449 — a 0.6% lead for the Celeron 3867U. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-3520M vs 2 MB on the Celeron 3867U.

Feature	A8-3520M	Celeron 3867U
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.5 GHz+39%	1.8 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	1.8 GHz+12%
L3 Cache	0 kB	2 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+100%	512 kB
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Llano (2011−2012)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	1,441	1,449
Geekbench 6 Single	255	—

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Memory & Platform

The A8-3520M uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron 3867U uses BGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the A8-3520M versus DDR4-2133 on the Celeron 3867U — the Celeron 3867U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 3867U supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3520M) vs 12 (Celeron 3867U) — the A8-3520M offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	A8-3520M	Celeron 3867U
Socket	FS1	BGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1333	DDR4-2133+33%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	32 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	20+67%	12

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A8-3520M) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 3867U). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6620G (A8-3520M) and HD Graphics 610 (Celeron 3867U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3520M targets Budget Laptop, Celeron 3867U targets Budget. Direct competitor: A8-3520M rivals Core i3-2330M; Celeron 3867U rivals Pentium Gold 4417U.