A8-7680 vs Core i3-4340

CPU

GPU

A8-7680

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2018

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Core i3-4340

2 Cores4 Thrd54 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2013

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

A8-7680

4 / 4

3,523

+0.9%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i3-4340

2 / 4

3,490

0.0%

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

A8-7680

2018

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.3% higher average FPS across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 45W instead of 54W, a 9W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Core i3-4340

2013

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than A8-7680 across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,490 vs 3,523).
❌Launch MSRP is still $149 MSRP, while A8-7680 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌20% higher power demand at 54W vs 45W.

A8-7680

2018

Core i3-4340

2013

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.3% higher average FPS across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 45W instead of 54W, a 9W reduction.

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than A8-7680 across 2 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,490 vs 3,523).
❌Launch MSRP is still $149 MSRP, while A8-7680 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌20% higher power demand at 54W vs 45W.

Quick Answers

So, is A8-7680 better than Core i3-4340?

Yes. A8-7680 is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 14.3% average FPS lead across 2 shared CPU game tests in our data, 0.9% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, A8-7680 is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 14.3% more average FPS across 2 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, A8-7680 is the better fit. You are getting 0.9% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

A8-7680 is the smarter buy by a wide margin for a fresh build. A8-7680 is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $149 MSRP, and it gives you a 14.3% average FPS lead across 2 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i3-4340 only looks stronger on raw value math because it is extremely cheap, but that is mostly used-market pricing on an obsolete 2013 platform. Even with 100.0% better value on paper (23.4 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), it really only makes sense as a very cheap stopgap or a niche existing-platform option for someone already on LGA1150.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

A8-7680 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2018 vs 2013) and more multi-core headroom with 4 cores / 4 threads instead of 2/4. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

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.

A8-7680 Benchmark Check

Core i3-4340 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
1080p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS
1440p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	78 FPS	71 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	66 FPS
medium	60 FPS	57 FPS
high	47 FPS	44 FPS
ultra	36 FPS	34 FPS

Open A8-7680 Open Core i3-4340

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
1080p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	67 FPS
1440p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	81 FPS
high	88 FPS	75 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	88 FPS	65 FPS
medium	88 FPS	59 FPS
high	88 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	70 FPS	29 FPS

Open A8-7680 Open Core i3-4340

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
1080p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS
1440p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS
4K
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS

Open A8-7680 Open Core i3-4340

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
1080p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS
1440p
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS
4K
low	88 FPS	87 FPS
medium	88 FPS	87 FPS
high	88 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	87 FPS

Open A8-7680 Open Core i3-4340

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A8-7680 and Core i3-4340

A8-7680

The A8-7680 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 26 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Excavator (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,523 points. Launch price was $56.

Core i3-4340

The Core i3-4340 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 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,490 points. Launch price was $210.

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Processing Power

The A8-7680 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4340 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-7680 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the A8-7680 versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-4340 — a 5.4% clock advantage for the A8-7680 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The A8-7680 uses the Excavator (2017−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i3-4340 uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the A8-7680 scores 3,523 against the Core i3-4340's 3,490 — a 0.9% lead for the A8-7680.

Feature	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+6%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.6 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	—	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256 kB (per core)
Process	28 nm	22 nm-21%
Architecture	Excavator (2017−2018)	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	3,523	3,490
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,024

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Memory & Platform

The A8-7680 uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-4340 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the A8-7680 versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4340 — the A8-7680 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7680 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+ (A8-7680) and H81,B85,Q85,H87,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i3-4340).

Feature	A8-7680	Core i3-4340
Socket	FM2+	LGA1150
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	2133+71000%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	64	32 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (A8-7680) vs VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4340). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7680) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4340) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4340 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-7680 rivals Core i3-4150; Core i3-4340 rivals FX-6350.