CPU
GPU
Core i3-7101TE
A8-5500B
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 i3-7101TE is positioned at rank 552 and the A8-5500B is on rank 326, so the A8-5500B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7101TE
Performance Per Dollar A8-5500B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-7101TE | A8-5500B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-7101TE | A8-5500B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ 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 i3-7101TE and A8-5500B
Core i3-7101TE
The Core i3-7101TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,956 points. Launch price was $117.
A8-5500B
The A8-5500B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,967 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core i3-7101TE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-5500B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-5500B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i3-7101TE versus 3.7 GHz on the A8-5500B — a 8.5% clock advantage for the A8-5500B (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i3-7101TE uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the A8-5500B uses Trinity (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7101TE scores 3,956 against the A8-5500B's 3,967 — a 0.3% lead for the A8-5500B. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i3-7101TE vs 0 kB on the A8-5500B.
| Feature | Core i3-7101TE | A8-5500B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Trinity (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,956 | 3,967 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,188 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,368 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-7101TE uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-5500B uses FM2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-7101TE versus 1866 on the A8-5500B — the A8-5500B supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H110,B150,H170,Z170,B250,H270,Z270 (Core i3-7101TE) and FM2 (A8-5500B).
| Feature | Core i3-7101TE | A8-5500B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FM2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | 1866+46550% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+104857500% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Core i3-7101TE) vs true (A8-5500B). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 630 (Core i3-7101TE) and Radeon HD 7560D (A8-5500B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A8-5500B rivals Pentium G2120.
| Feature | Core i3-7101TE | A8-5500B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 630 | Radeon HD 7560D |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | true |
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