A8-3820 vs Atom x7211RE

A8-3820

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2011

Atom x7211RE

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-3820

4 / 4

2,178

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Atom x7211RE

2 / 2

2,188

+0.5%

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 A8-3820 is positioned at rank 1032 and the Atom x7211RE is on rank 515, so the Atom x7211RE 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 A8-3820

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

40066%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

37859%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

27488%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

8281%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

6560%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

5738%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

3287%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

3244%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2953%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2953%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2920%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2841%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2802%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2790%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2765%

#396

Ryzen Embedded R2314

MSRP: $300|Avg: $762

99%

#1032

A8-3820

MSRP: $280|Avg: $200

100%

#1033

Core i7-860S

MSRP: $299|Avg: $96

100%

#1035

Core 2 Duo E4700

MSRP: $133|Avg: $10

98%

#1036

PRO A10-8770E

MSRP: $395|Avg: $210

98%

#1037

Athlon 64 X2 5800+

MSRP: $230|Avg: $20

98%

#1038

Phenom II X2 B53

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

97%

#1039

Core 2 Quad Q9300

MSRP: $266|Avg: $27

97%

#1040

Core 2 Duo E7200

MSRP: $133|Avg: $133

97%

#1041

Athlon II X4 638

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

97%

#1043

Phenom X3 8750

MSRP: $195|Avg: $20

95%

#1044

Pentium G4400TE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

94%

#1045

Celeron 2.60

MSRP: $53|Avg: $10

93%

#1046

Core i7-990X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $225

92%

#1047

Phenom X4 9750B

MSRP: $215|Avg: $34

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Atom x7211RE

#162

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

99%

#503

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

670%

#504

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

661%

#505

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

606%

#506

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

604%

#507

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

598%

#509

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

578%

#510

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

554%

#511

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

553%

#512

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

538%

#515

Atom x7211RE

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 Atom x7211RE (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A8-3820	Atom x7211RE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A8-3820 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A8-3820	Atom x7211RE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

A8-3820 Benchmark Check

Atom x7211RE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-3820 and Atom x7211RE

A8-3820

The A8-3820 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 2,178 points. Launch price was $90.

Atom x7211RE

The Atom x7211RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 2,188 points. Launch price was $42.

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Processing Power

The A8-3820 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7211RE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A8-3820 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the A8-3820 versus 3.2 GHz on the Atom x7211RE — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Atom x7211RE (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1 GHz). The A8-3820 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom x7211RE uses Amston Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3820 scores 2,178 against the Atom x7211RE's 2,188 — a 0.5% lead for the Atom x7211RE. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-3820 vs 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7211RE.

Feature	A8-3820	Atom x7211RE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz	3.2 GHz+14%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+150%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB (total)+100%
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Llano (2011−2012)	Amston Lake (2024−2025)
PassMark	2,178	2,188
Geekbench 6 Single	354	—

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Memory & Platform

The A8-3820 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x7211RE uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A8-3820 versus LPDDR5-4800 on the Atom x7211RE — the Atom x7211RE supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (A8-3820) vs 1 (Atom x7211RE). PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3820) vs 8 (Atom x7211RE) — the A8-3820 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A8-3820) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7211RE).

Feature	A8-3820	Atom x7211RE
Socket	FM1	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 4.0+100%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1866	LPDDR5-4800+67%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	32 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	20+150%	8

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A8-3820) vs VT-x, VT-d (Atom x7211RE). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6550D (A8-3820) and UHD Graphics (16 EU) (Atom x7211RE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3820 targets Budget Desktop, Atom x7211RE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: A8-3820 rivals Core i3-2120.