Core i3-4360T vs A8-7670K

The Core i3-4360T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-7670K offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-7670K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-4360T versus 3.9 GHz on the A8-7670K — a 19.7% clock advantage for the A8-7670K (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i3-4360T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the A8-7670K uses Godaveri (2014−2016) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4360T scores 3,294 against the A8-7670K's 3,267 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i3-4360T.

The Core i3-4360T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-7670K uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4360T versus 2133 on the A8-7670K — the A8-7670K supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-7670K 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.

Only the A8-7670K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4360T) vs true (A8-7670K). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4360T) and Radeon R7 Graphics (A8-7670K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4360T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-7670K rivals Core i3-4170.

The Core i3-4360T launched at $138 MSRP, while the A8-7670K debuted at $118. At current prices ($40 vs $43), the Core i3-4360T is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4360T delivers 82.3 pts/$ vs 76.0 pts/$ for the A8-7670K — making the Core i3-4360T the 8.1% better value option.