Core i3-4160 vs A8-7680
Core i3-4160
A8-7680
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 Core i3-4160 is positioned at rank #596 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 Core i3-4160
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4160 | A8-7680 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($52) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Excavator (2017−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4160 | A8-7680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($52) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i3-4160 and A8-7680
Core i3-4160
The Core i3-4160 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,506 points. Launch price was $133.
A8-7680
The A8-7680 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 26 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Excavator (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,523 points. Launch price was $56.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4160 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-7680 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-7680 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-4160 versus 3.8 GHz on the A8-7680 — a 5.4% clock advantage for the A8-7680 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i3-4160 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the A8-7680 uses Excavator (2017−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4160 scores 3,506 against the A8-7680's 3,523 — a 0.5% lead for the A8-7680.
| Feature | Core i3-4160 | A8-7680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Excavator (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 3,506 | 3,523 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,100 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4160 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-7680 uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4160 versus 2133 on the A8-7680 — the A8-7680 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7680 supports up to 64 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: H81,B85,Q85,H87,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i3-4160) and FM2+ (A8-7680).
| Feature | Core i3-4160 | A8-7680 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 2133+71000% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+52428700% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4160) vs true (A8-7680). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4400 (Core i3-4160) and Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7680) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4160 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-4160 rivals FX-6300; A8-7680 rivals Core i3-4150.
| Feature | Core i3-4160 | A8-7680 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | Radeon R7 Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | true |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | — |
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