A8-5557M vs Core i3-4100E
A8-5557M
Core i3-4100E
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 A8-5557M is positioned at rank 687 and the Core i3-4100E is on rank 1127, so the A8-5557M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar A8-5557M
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-5557M | Core i3-4100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-5557M | Core i3-4100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 A8-5557M and Core i3-4100E
A8-5557M
The A8-5557M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,831 points. Launch price was $90.
Core i3-4100E
The Core i3-4100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB + 3 MB. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,848 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The A8-5557M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4100E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5557M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the A8-5557M versus 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-4100E — a 25.5% clock advantage for the A8-5557M (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The A8-5557M uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-4100E uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A8-5557M scores 1,831 against the Core i3-4100E's 1,848 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i3-4100E. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A8-5557M vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4100E.
| Feature | A8-5557M | Core i3-4100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz+29% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.4 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Richland (2013−2014) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,831 | 1,848 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 550 |
Memory & Platform
The A8-5557M uses the FP2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-4100E uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the A8-5557M versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-4100E — the A8-5557M supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: FP2,FS1r2 (A8-5557M) and QM87,HM86,HM87 (Core i3-4100E).
| Feature | A8-5557M | Core i3-4100E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP2 | BGA1364 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (A8-5557M) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-4100E). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G (A8-5557M) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4100E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4100E targets Embedded. Direct competitor: A8-5557M rivals Core i3-4000M; Core i3-4100E rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | A8-5557M | Core i3-4100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
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