A8-7670K vs Core i3-4360T

The A8-7670K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4360T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-7670K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the A8-7670K versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-4360T — a 19.7% clock advantage for the A8-7670K (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The A8-7670K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i3-4360T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A8-7670K scores 3,267 against the Core i3-4360T's 3,294 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i3-4360T.

The A8-7670K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-4360T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the A8-7670K versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4360T — the A8-7670K supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7670K 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.

Only the A8-7670K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (A8-7670K) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4360T). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7670K) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4360T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4360T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-7670K rivals Core i3-4170.

The A8-7670K launched at $118 MSRP, while the Core i3-4360T debuted at $138. At current prices ($43 vs $40), the Core i3-4360T is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-7670K delivers 76.0 pts/$ vs 82.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-4360T — making the Core i3-4360T the 8.1% better value option.