A8-3850 vs Atom C3558
A8-3850
Atom C3558
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 A8-3850 is positioned at rank 497 and the Atom C3558 is on rank 365, so the Atom C3558 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-3850
Performance Per Dollar Atom C3558
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-3850 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Goldmont (2016−2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-3850 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 A8-3850 and Atom C3558
A8-3850
The A8-3850 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,421 points. Launch price was $90.
Atom C3558
The Atom C3558 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont (2016−2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1310. Thermal design power (TDP): 16 Watt. Memory support: DDR4: 2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,431 points. Launch price was $86.
Processing Power
Both the A8-3850 and Atom C3558 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the A8-3850 versus 2.2 GHz on the Atom C3558 — a 27.5% clock advantage for the A8-3850 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The A8-3850 uses the Llano (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom C3558 uses Goldmont (2016−2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A8-3850 scores 2,421 against the Atom C3558's 2,431 — a 0.4% lead for the Atom C3558. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-3850 vs 8 MB on the Atom C3558.
| Feature | A8-3850 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+32% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+32% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 8 MB+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Llano (2011−2012) | Goldmont (2016−2017) |
| PassMark | 2,421 | 2,431 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 363 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A8-3850 uses the FM1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom C3558 uses FCBGA1310 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the A8-3850 versus DDR4-2133 on the Atom C3558 — the Atom C3558 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom C3558 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (A8-3850) vs 12 (Atom C3558) — the A8-3850 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A55,A75 (A8-3850) and Intel FCBGA1310 (Atom C3558).
| Feature | A8-3850 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM1 | FCBGA1310 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 256 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+67% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A8-3850) / not specified (Atom C3558). The A8-3850 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6550D), while the Atom C3558 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3850 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-3850 rivals Core i3-2105.
| Feature | A8-3850 | Atom C3558 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 6550D | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Desktop | — |
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