A8-7600 vs Core i7-4600M
A8-7600
Core i7-4600M
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 A8-7600 is positioned at rank 397 and the Core i7-4600M is on rank 71, so the Core i7-4600M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-7600
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4600M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-7600 | Core i7-4600M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-7600 | Core i7-4600M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 A8-7600 and Core i7-4600M
A8-7600
The A8-7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,214 points. Launch price was $90.
Core i7-4600M
The Core i7-4600M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,204 points. Launch price was $346.
Processing Power
The A8-7600 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-4600M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-7600 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the A8-7600 versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-4600M — a 5.4% clock advantage for the A8-7600 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The A8-7600 uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i7-4600M uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A8-7600 scores 3,214 against the Core i7-4600M's 3,204 — a 0.3% lead for the A8-7600.
| Feature | A8-7600 | Core i7-4600M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+6% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+7% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+1500% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 22 nm-21% |
| Architecture | Kaveri (2014−2015) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,214 | 3,204 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 656 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,025 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,132 |
Memory & Platform
The A8-7600 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4600M uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the A8-7600 versus DDR3L 1600 MHz on the Core i7-4600M — the Core i7-4600M supports 174.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7600 supports up to 64 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: FM2+ (A8-7600) and Intel HM86,Intel HM87,Intel QM87 (Core i7-4600M).
| Feature | A8-7600 | Core i7-4600M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | PGA946 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+71000% | DDR3L 1600 MHz |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 | 32 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7600) and Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Core i7-4600M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4600M targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A8-7600 rivals Core i3-4150.
| Feature | A8-7600 | Core i7-4600M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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