Core i3-4160T vs A10-6790K
Core i3-4160T
A10-6790K
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 i3-4160T is positioned at rank 653 and the A10-6790K is on rank 414, so the A10-6790K offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4160T
Performance Per Dollar A10-6790K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4160T | A10-6790K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($18) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Richland (2013−2014) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4160T | A10-6790K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($18) | ✅ 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 i3-4160T and A10-6790K
Core i3-4160T
The Core i3-4160T 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,087 points. Launch price was $142.
A10-6790K
The A10-6790K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Richland (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 3,112 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4160T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A10-6790K offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-6790K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Core i3-4160T versus 4.3 GHz on the A10-6790K — a 32.4% clock advantage for the A10-6790K (base: 3.1 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i3-4160T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the A10-6790K uses Richland (2013−2014) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4160T scores 3,087 against the A10-6790K's 3,112 — a 0.8% lead for the A10-6790K. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 900 vs 412, a 74.4% lead for the Core i3-4160T that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4160T vs 0 kB on the A10-6790K.
| Feature | Core i3-4160T | A10-6790K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 4.3 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 4 GHz+29% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Richland (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 3,087 | 3,112 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 900+118% | 412 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4160T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A10-6790K uses FM2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,Q85,H87,Q87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i3-4160T) and A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A85X,A88X (A10-6790K).
| Feature | Core i3-4160T | A10-6790K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the A10-6790K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4160T) vs AMD-V (A10-6790K). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4400 (Core i3-4160T) and Radeon HD 8670D (A10-6790K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4160T targets Low Power Desktop, A10-6790K targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-4160T rivals A10-7800; A10-6790K rivals Core i3-4340.
| Feature | Core i3-4160T | A10-6790K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4400 | Radeon HD 8670D |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | Budget |
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