A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T
A8-8600P
Core i5-2390T
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 A8-8600P is positioned at rank 948 and the Core i5-2390T is on rank 926, so the Core i5-2390T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A8-8600P
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2390T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+500%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) |
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 A8-8600P and Core i5-2390T
A8-8600P
The A8-8600P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,464 points. Launch price was $90.
Core i5-2390T
The Core i5-2390T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,491 points. Launch price was $100.
Processing Power
The A8-8600P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-2390T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the A8-8600P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the A8-8600P versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-2390T — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-2390T (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The A8-8600P uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-2390T uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the A8-8600P scores 2,464 against the Core i5-2390T's 2,491 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-2390T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 499 vs 614, a 20.7% lead for the Core i5-2390T that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.7 GHz+69% |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-13% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,464 | 2,491+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,160 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 499 | 614+23% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,300 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A8-8600P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-2390T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-2133 memory speed. The Core i5-2390T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (A8-8600P) vs 16 (Core i5-2390T) — the Core i5-2390T offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A8-8600P) and H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Core i5-2390T).
| Feature | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP4 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A8-8600P) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-2390T). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon R6 (A8-8600P) and HD Graphics 2000 (Core i5-2390T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-8600P targets Legacy Laptop, Core i5-2390T targets Legacy Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-8600P rivals Core i5-5200U; Core i5-2390T rivals A8-3800.
| Feature | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R6 | HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Legacy Laptop | Legacy Low Power Desktop |
Value Analysis
The A8-8600P launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i5-2390T debuted at $182. At current prices ($30 vs $182), the A8-8600P is $152 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-8600P delivers 82.1 pts/$ vs 13.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-2390T — making the A8-8600P the 142.9% better value option.
| Feature | A8-8600P | Core i5-2390T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-18% | $182 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-84% | $182 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.1+499% | 13.7 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2011 |
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