A9-9425 vs Ryzen 7 5800X

A9-9425

2 Cores2 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2016

Ryzen 7 5800X

8 Cores16 Thrd105 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

A9-9425

2 / 2

1,518

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen 7 5800X

8 / 16

27,712

+1725.6%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar A9-9425

#1066

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2899%

#1067

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2857%

#1068

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2623%

#1069

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2611%

#1070

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2587%

#1072

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2498%

#1073

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2395%

#1074

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2391%

#1075

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2327%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

100%

#1082

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

98%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

98%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

95%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

94%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

105%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

104%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

104%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

104%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

103%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

103%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

102%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

102%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

101%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

101%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

101%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

101%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

101%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

101%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

101%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

100%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

100%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

99%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

99%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

98%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

98%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

97%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

97%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

97%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

97%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

96%

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

96%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

96%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

96%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

96%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

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 7 5800X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	A9-9425	Ryzen 7 5800X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A9-9425 (2016) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	A9-9425	Ryzen 7 5800X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+204%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)

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.

A9-9425 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5800X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A9-9425 and Ryzen 7 5800X

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 5800X

The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.

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Processing Power

The A9-9425 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5800X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the A9-9425 versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X — a 23.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5800X (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The A9-9425 uses the Stoney Ridge (2016−2019) architecture (28 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the A9-9425 scores 1,518 against the Ryzen 7 5800X's 27,712 — a 179.2% lead for the Ryzen 7 5800X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the A9-9425 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X.

Feature	A9-9425	Ryzen 7 5800X
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	8 / 16+300%
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	4.7 GHz+27%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz	3.8 GHz+23%
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)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	1,518	27,712+1726%
Geekbench 6 Single	422	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	724	—

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Memory & Platform

The A9-9425 uses the FT4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2133 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 5800X). PCIe lanes: 8 (A9-9425) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) — the Ryzen 7 5800X 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 5800X).

Feature	A9-9425	Ryzen 7 5800X
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%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The A9-9425 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 (Stoney Ridge)), while the Ryzen 7 5800X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A9-9425 targets Budget Laptop, Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop. Direct competitor: A9-9425 rivals Pentium N4200.

Feature	A9-9425	Ryzen 7 5800X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Radeon R5 (Stoney Ridge)	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget Laptop	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The A9-9425 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5800X debuted at $449. At current prices ($30 vs $180), the A9-9425 is $150 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the A9-9425 delivers 50.6 pts/$ vs 154.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5800X — making the Ryzen 7 5800X the 101.1% better value option.