A8-5500B vs Core i7-2675QM

CPU

GPU

A8-5500B

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2012

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Core i7-2675QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2011

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-5500B

4 / 4

3,967

+1.4%

Athlon II X4 630

Athlon X4 740

Athlon X4 830

Ryzen Embedded V1202B

Ryzen 7 6800H

Ryzen 7 8840HX

Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i7-2675QM

4 / 8

3,913

0.0%

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

A8-5500B

2012

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +11.2% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (true), unlike Core i7-2675QM.

Trade-offs

❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.

Core i7-2675QM

2011

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than A8-5500B across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,913 vs 3,967).
❌Launch MSRP is still $378 MSRP, while A8-5500B mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike A8-5500B.

A8-5500B

2012

Core i7-2675QM

2011

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +11.2% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (true), unlike Core i7-2675QM.

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than A8-5500B across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,913 vs 3,967).
❌Launch MSRP is still $378 MSRP, while A8-5500B mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike A8-5500B.

Quick Answers

So, is A8-5500B better than Core i7-2675QM?

Yes. A8-5500B is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 11.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.4% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, A8-5500B is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 11.2% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, A8-5500B is the better fit. You are getting 1.4% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

A8-5500B is the smarter buy by a wide margin for any fresh desktop build. A8-5500B is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $378 MSRP, and it gives you a 11.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i7-2675QM only looks good on raw value math because it is a cheap legacy laptop CPU, not because it is a serious desktop gaming option. It simply cannot keep up with modern games, especially when the gap is already 11.2% in the shared gaming data.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

A8-5500B is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2012 vs 2011) and more multi-core headroom with 4 cores / 4 threads instead of 4/8. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

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.

A8-5500B Benchmark Check

Core i7-2675QM Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
1080p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	89 FPS	86 FPS
1440p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	91 FPS	88 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	71 FPS
4K
low	63 FPS	65 FPS
medium	56 FPS	59 FPS
high	44 FPS	45 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	36 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
1080p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	87 FPS
high	99 FPS	82 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	65 FPS
1440p
low	99 FPS	86 FPS
medium	99 FPS	75 FPS
high	99 FPS	71 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	59 FPS
4K
low	99 FPS	67 FPS
medium	99 FPS	61 FPS
high	91 FPS	48 FPS
ultra	67 FPS	35 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
1080p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS
1440p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS
4K
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
1080p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS
1440p
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS
4K
low	99 FPS	98 FPS
medium	99 FPS	98 FPS
high	99 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	98 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-5500B and Core i7-2675QM

A8-5500B

The A8-5500B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,967 points. Launch price was $90.

Core i7-2675QM

The Core i7-2675QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1224. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 3,913 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The A8-5500B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-2675QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the A8-5500B versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-2675QM — a 17.6% clock advantage for the A8-5500B (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The A8-5500B uses the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-2675QM uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A8-5500B scores 3,967 against the Core i7-2675QM's 3,913 — a 1.4% lead for the A8-5500B. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-5500B vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-2675QM.

Feature	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz+19%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.2 GHz+45%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	32 nm
Architecture	Trinity (2012−2013)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	3,967+1%	3,913

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Memory & Platform

The A8-5500B uses the FM2 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-2675QM uses FCBGA1224 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1866 on the A8-5500B versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i7-2675QM — the A8-5500B supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-5500B supports up to 64 of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	A8-5500B	Core i7-2675QM
Socket	FM2	FCBGA1224
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	1866+62100%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	64	16 GB+26214300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (A8-5500B) vs VT-x (Core i7-2675QM). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 7560D (A8-5500B) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i7-2675QM) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2675QM targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A8-5500B rivals Pentium G2120.