A8-5557M vs Pentium M 765

A8-5557M

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2013

Pentium M 765

1 Cores1 Thrd21 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2004

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-5557M

4 / 4

1,831

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Pentium M 765

1 / 1

1,834

+0.2%

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 Pentium M 765 is on rank 918, so the A8-5557M 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 A8-5557M

#675

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

961%

#676

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

947%

#677

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

870%

#678

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

866%

#679

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

858%

#681

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

828%

#682

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

794%

#683

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

793%

#684

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

772%

#687

A8-5557M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#695

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

98%

#699

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 765

#906

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1600%

#907

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1576%

#908

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1447%

#909

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1441%

#910

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1427%

#912

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1378%

#913

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1322%

#914

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1320%

#915

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1284%

#918

Pentium M 765

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

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 A8-5557M (2013) utilizes 32 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A8-5557M	Pentium M 765
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium M 765 (2004) relies on 90 nm technology and DDR2, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A8-5557M	Pentium M 765
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

A8-5557M Benchmark Check

Pentium M 765 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-5557M and Pentium M 765

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.

Pentium M 765

The Pentium M 765 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 7.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,834 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The A8-5557M packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium M 765 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the A8-5557M has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the A8-5557M versus 2.1 GHz on the Pentium M 765 — a 38.5% clock advantage for the A8-5557M (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The A8-5557M uses the Richland (2013−2014) architecture (32 nm), while the Pentium M 765 uses Dothan (2004−2005) (90 nm). In PassMark, the A8-5557M scores 1,831 against the Pentium M 765's 1,834 — a 0.2% lead for the Pentium M 765. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

Feature	A8-5557M	Pentium M 765
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+300%	1 / 1
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz+48%	2.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	0 kB	0 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB+100%
Process	32 nm-64%	90 nm
Architecture	Richland (2013−2014)	Dothan (2004−2005)
PassMark	1,831	1,834

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Memory & Platform

The A8-5557M uses the FP2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium M 765 uses PGA478 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the A8-5557M versus DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 765 — the A8-5557M supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-5557M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 4 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: FP2,FS1r2 (A8-5557M) and 915GM,945GT (Pentium M 765).

Feature	A8-5557M	Pentium M 765
Socket	FP2	PGA478
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+173%	PCIe 1.1
Max RAM Speed	1600+79900%	DDR2-533
Max RAM Capacity	16	4 GB+26214300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (A8-5557M) vs false (Pentium M 765). The A8-5557M includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 8510G / 8550G), while the Pentium M 765 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A8-5557M rivals Core i3-4000M.