A8-7670K
VS
Ryzen 5 7600X

A8-7670K vs Ryzen 5 7600X

AMD

A8-7670K

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2015
VS
AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

6 Cores12 Thrd105 WWMax: 5.3 GHz2022

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. The A8-7670K is positioned at rank #628 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar A8-7670K

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
11257%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
10637%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
7723%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
2327%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
1843%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
1612%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
923%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
911%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
830%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
830%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
820%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
798%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
787%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
784%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
777%
#283
Ryzen Threadripper 1920
MSRP: $799|Avg: $200
100%
#284
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
99%
#628
A8-7670K
MSRP: $118|Avg: $43
100%
#629
Core i3-8350K
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
100%
#630
Core i3-6320
MSRP: $160|Avg: $35
100%
#633
Pentium G3258
MSRP: $75|Avg: $72
99%
#634
Celeron G555
MSRP: $52|Avg: $15
99%
#635
Celeron G530
MSRP: $42|Avg: $10
99%
#636
Core i3-7350K
MSRP: $179|Avg: $45
99%
#637
FX-4130
MSRP: $100|Avg: $25
98%
#638
Athlon II X2 280
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
98%
#639
FX-8300
MSRP: $197|Avg: $50
98%
#640
Celeron G540T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $42
98%
#641
Core i5-6600
MSRP: $224|Avg: $90
98%
#642
Core i5-4460
MSRP: $182|Avg: $40
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X

#29
Core Ultra 7 265F
MSRP: $369|Avg: $276
112%
#30
Core i5-12400F
MSRP: $174|Avg: $110
112%
#31
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
110%
#32
Ryzen 7 2700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $100
110%
#33
Core i3-10100F
MSRP: $88|Avg: $50
110%
#34
Ryzen 5 7400F
MSRP: $150|Avg: $147
109%
#35
Ryzen 5 9600X
MSRP: $279|Avg: $178
106%
#36
Ryzen 7 3800X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $140
103%
#37
Ryzen 3 5300G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
103%
#38
Ryzen 9 7900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $316
102%
#39
Ryzen 5 5600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $135
102%
#40
Core i5-14600KF
MSRP: $304|Avg: $239
102%
#41
Ryzen 7 5800
MSRP: $349|Avg: $160
101%
#42
Core i3-14100F
MSRP: $109|Avg: $96
101%
#43
Ryzen 7 3700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $140
101%
#44
Ryzen 5 7600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $178
100%
#45
Ryzen 3 3100
MSRP: $99|Avg: $75
100%
#46
Core i5-13490F
MSRP: $235|Avg: $170
99%
#47
Ryzen 5 5600F
MSRP: $99|Avg: $129
99%
#48
Ryzen 9 PRO 3900
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
98%
#49
Ryzen 3 4300GE
MSRP: $94|Avg: $72
98%
#50
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $50
98%
#51
Core Ultra 5 225
MSRP: $240|Avg: $200
98%
#52
Core i5-11500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $110
98%
#53
Core i3-12100F
MSRP: $97|Avg: $90
98%
#54
Core Ultra 7 265
MSRP: $384|Avg: $320
98%
#55
Ryzen 7 5800X
MSRP: $449|Avg: $180
97%
#56
Core i5-11400F
MSRP: $157|Avg: $110
97%
#57
Ryzen 7 5700G
MSRP: $359|Avg: $160
96%
#58
Ryzen 7 5700X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $175
96%
#59
Core i5-9500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $65
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 Ryzen 5 7600X (2022) utilizes 5 nm, 6 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($43)
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm)
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A8-7670K (2015) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3-2133, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+109%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($43)
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-7670K and Ryzen 5 7600X

AMD

A8-7670K

The A8-7670K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,267 points. Launch price was $90.

AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.

Processing Power

The A8-7670K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the A8-7670K versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X — a 30.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The A8-7670K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the A8-7670K scores 3,267 against the Ryzen 5 7600X's 28,325 — a 158.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X.

FeatureA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock
3.9 GHz
5.3 GHz+36%
Base Clock
3.6 GHz
4.7 GHz+31%
L3 Cache
32 MB (total)
L2 Cache
4096 kB
6 MB+50%
Process
28 nm
5 nm, 6 nm-82%
Architecture
Godaveri (2014−2016)
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark
3,267
28,325+767%
Cinebench R23 Multi
15,300
Geekbench 6 Single
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
13,800
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Memory & Platform

The A8-7670K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the A8-7670K versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X — the A8-7670K supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A8-7670K) vs 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FM2+ (A8-7670K) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X).

FeatureA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
Socket
FM2+
AM5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed
2133+42560%
DDR5-5200
Max RAM Capacity
64
128 GB+209715100%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
16
28+75%
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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (A8-7670K) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X). Both include integrated graphics Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7670K) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 5 7600X) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: A8-7670K rivals Core i3-4170; Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.

FeatureA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon R7 Graphics
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
Unlocked
Yes
Yes
AVX-512
No
Yes
Virtualization
true
AMD-V
Target Use
Gaming
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Value Analysis

The A8-7670K launched at $118 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 7600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($43 vs $178), the A8-7670K is $135 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-7670K delivers 76.0 pts/$ vs 159.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 7600X — making the Ryzen 5 7600X the 70.7% better value option.

FeatureA8-7670KRyzen 5 7600X
MSRP
$118-61%
$299
Avg Price (30d)
$43-76%
$178
Performance per Dollar
76.0
159.1+109%
Release Date
2015
2022