CPU
GPU
Core i3-4350
A10-9700
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 i3-4350 is positioned at rank 657 and the A10-9700 is on rank 771, so the Core i3-4350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4350
Performance Per Dollar A10-9700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+220%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) | ✅ More affordable ($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 i3-4350 and A10-9700
Core i3-4350
The Core i3-4350 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 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: 4 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: 3,611 points. Launch price was $170.
A10-9700
The A10-9700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,555 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4350 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A10-9700 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-9700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-4350 versus 3.8 GHz on the A10-9700 — a 5.4% clock advantage for the A10-9700 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i3-4350 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the A10-9700 uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4350 scores 3,611 against the A10-9700's 3,555 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i3-4350. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 951 vs 642, a 38.8% lead for the Core i3-4350 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4350 vs 0 kB on the A10-9700.
| Feature | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 4 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,611+2% | 3,555 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 951+48% | 642 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,827 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4350 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A10-9700 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4350 versus DDR4-2400 on the A10-9700 — the A10-9700 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10-9700 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. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-4350) vs 8 (A10-9700) — the Core i3-4350 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i3-4350) and A320,B350,X370 (A10-9700).
| Feature | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+100% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i3-4350) vs AMD-V (A10-9700). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4350) and Radeon R7 (A10-9700) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4350 targets Office Desktop, A10-9700 targets Budget. Direct competitor: A10-9700 rivals Pentium G4560.
| Feature | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4600 | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Office Desktop | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-4350 launched at $138 MSRP, while the A10-9700 debuted at $169. At current prices ($130 vs $40), the A10-9700 is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4350 delivers 27.8 pts/$ vs 88.9 pts/$ for the A10-9700 — making the A10-9700 the 104.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-4350 | A10-9700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-18% | $169 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $130 | $40-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.8 | 88.9+220% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2017 |
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