A9-9425 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
A9-9425
Ryzen 7 3700X
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 A9-9425 is positioned at rank #1078 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar A9-9425
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+217%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 A9-9425 and Ryzen 7 3700X
A9-9425
The A9-9425 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT4. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,518 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The A9-9425 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the A9-9425 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 17.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The A9-9425 uses the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the A9-9425 scores 1,518 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 174.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A9-9425 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-75% |
| Architecture | Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,518 | 22,430+1378% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 422 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 724 | — |
Memory & Platform
The A9-9425 uses the FT4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (A9-9425) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 3700X). PCIe lanes: 8 (A9-9425) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (A9-9425) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 24+200% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (A9-9425) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The A9-9425 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 (Stoney Ridge)), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A9-9425 targets Budget Laptop. Direct competitor: A9-9425 rivals Pentium N4200.
| Feature | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R5 (Stoney Ridge) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | — |
Value Analysis
The A9-9425 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($30 vs $140), the A9-9425 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A9-9425 delivers 50.6 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 104% better value option.
| Feature | A9-9425 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-54% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-79% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 50.6 | 160.2+217% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2019 |
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