A8-3820 vs Pentium G4400TE
A8-3820
Pentium G4400TE
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 A8-3820 is positioned at rank 1032 and the Pentium G4400TE is on rank 1044, so the A8-3820 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-3820
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4400TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+24%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 A8-3820 and Pentium G4400TE
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.
Pentium G4400TE
The Pentium G4400TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,190 points. Launch price was $64.
Processing Power
The A8-3820 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium G4400TE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the A8-3820 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the A8-3820 versus 2.4 GHz on the Pentium G4400TE — a 15.4% clock advantage for the A8-3820. The A8-3820 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium G4400TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3820 scores 2,178 against the Pentium G4400TE's 2,190 — a 0.5% lead for the Pentium G4400TE. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-3820 vs 3 MB on the Pentium G4400TE.
| Feature | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+17% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 2,178 | 2,190 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 354 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A8-3820 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Pentium G4400TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A8-3820 versus DDR4-2133 on the Pentium G4400TE — the Pentium G4400TE supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G4400TE supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3820) vs 16 (Pentium G4400TE) — the A8-3820 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A8-3820) vs VT-x (Pentium G4400TE). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 6550D (A8-3820) and HD Graphics 510 (Pentium G4400TE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3820 targets Budget Desktop, Pentium G4400TE targets Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-3820 rivals Core i3-2120.
| Feature | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6550D | HD Graphics 510 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The A8-3820 launched at $280 MSRP, while the Pentium G4400TE debuted at $300. At current prices ($200 vs $250), the A8-3820 is $50 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-3820 delivers 10.9 pts/$ vs 8.8 pts/$ for the Pentium G4400TE — making the A8-3820 the 21.7% better value option.
| Feature | A8-3820 | Pentium G4400TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $280-7% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-20% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.9+24% | 8.8 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2015 |
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