A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T

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GPU

A8-8600P

4 Cores4 Thrd2 WWMax: 3 GHz2015

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Core i5-2390T

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2011

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A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T Performance Spectrum

A8-8600P

4 / 4

2,464

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-2390T

2 / 4

2,491

+1.1%

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.

A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T FPS Benchmarks

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A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

A8-8600P

2015

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.0% higher average FPS across 49 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $32 less on MSRP ($150 MSRP vs $182 MSRP).
✅Delivers 20.0% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 16.4 vs 13.7 PassMark/$ ($150 MSRP vs $182 MSRP).
✅Draws 2W instead of 35W, a 33W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (2,464 vs 2,491).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-2390T.

Core i5-2390T

2011

Why buy it

✅+1.1% higher PassMark.
✅33.3% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 12) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike A8-8600P.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than A8-8600P across 49 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 13.7 vs 16.4 PassMark/$ ($182 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).
❌1650% higher power demand at 35W vs 2W.

Quick Answers

So, is A8-8600P better than Core i5-2390T?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, A8-8600P is ahead with a 4.0% average FPS lead across 49 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-2390T pulls ahead with 1.1% better PassMark.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-2390T is the stronger fit. You are getting 1.1% better PassMark, backed by 2 cores and 4 threads.

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

A8-8600P is the better buy right now. A8-8600P comes in $32 cheaper on MSRP at $150 MSRP versus $182 MSRP, and it still gives you a 4.0% average FPS lead across 49 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Core i5-2390T is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 1.1% better PassMark. It is also 20.0% better value on MSRP (16.4 vs 13.7 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

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

A8-8600P makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2015 vs 2011). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

A8-8600P vs Core i5-2390T Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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.

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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	—

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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. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-2133 on the A8-8600P versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-2390T — the A8-8600P supports 60% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-2390T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 100% 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+60%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	32 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	12	16+33%

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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

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Value Analysis

At launch, the A8-8600P was priced at $150, while the Core i5-2390T came in at $182. On launch pricing ($150 vs $182), A8-8600P was $32 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the A8-8600P delivers 16.4 pts/$ vs 13.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-2390T — making the A8-8600P the 18.2% better value option.

Feature	A8-8600P	Core i5-2390T
MSRP	$150-18%	$182
Performance per Dollar	16.4+20%	13.7
Release Date	2015	2011

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