Core i3-3250T vs Pro A12-8800B
Core i3-3250T
Pro A12-8800B
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 Core i3-3250T is positioned at rank 811 and the Pro A12-8800B is on rank 1174, so the Core i3-3250T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3250T
Performance Per Dollar Pro A12-8800B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+165%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 Core i3-3250T and Pro A12-8800B
Core i3-3250T
The Core i3-3250T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,650 points. Launch price was $69.
Pro A12-8800B
The Pro A12-8800B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,667 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-3250T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Pro A12-8800B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Pro A12-8800B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i3-3250T versus 3.4 GHz on the Pro A12-8800B — a 12.5% clock advantage for the Pro A12-8800B (base: 3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i3-3250T uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Pro A12-8800B uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3250T scores 2,650 against the Pro A12-8800B's 2,667 — a 0.6% lead for the Pro A12-8800B.
| Feature | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+43% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 2,650 | 2,667 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 528 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,144 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-3250T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pro A12-8800B uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Pro A12-8800B supports up to 64 GB 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: H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Core i3-3250T) and Socket FP4 (Pro A12-8800B).
| Feature | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i3-3250T) / AMD-V (Pro A12-8800B). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 2500 (Core i3-3250T) and Radeon R7 Graphics (Pro A12-8800B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 2500 | Radeon R7 Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-3250T launched at $138 MSRP, while the Pro A12-8800B debuted at $400. At current prices ($15 vs $40), the Core i3-3250T is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-3250T delivers 176.7 pts/$ vs 66.7 pts/$ for the Pro A12-8800B — making the Core i3-3250T the 90.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-3250T | Pro A12-8800B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-66% | $400 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-63% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 176.7+165% | 66.7 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2015 |
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