Core i3-L13G4 vs A8-4555M

Core i3-L13G4

5 Cores5 Thrd7 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2020

A8-4555M

4 Cores4 Thrd19 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-L13G4

5 / 5

1,349

+0.6%

1,341

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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-L13G4 is positioned at rank 1210 and the A8-4555M is on rank 826, so the A8-4555M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-L13G4

#1198

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

6113%

#1199

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

6023%

#1200

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5529%

#1201

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5504%

#1202

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5454%

#1204

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5267%

#1205

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

5050%

#1206

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

5042%

#1207

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4906%

#1210

Core i3-L13G4

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

99%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

97%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

96%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

95%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

95%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

93%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

92%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

90%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

87%

#1223

Celeron SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

85%

#1224

Core i5-560UM

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

85%

#1225

Core i7-660UM

MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A8-4555M

#814

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1313%

#815

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1294%

#816

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1187%

#817

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1182%

#818

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1171%

#820

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1131%

#821

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1085%

#822

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1083%

#823

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1054%

#826

A8-4555M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#828

Celeron M 575

MSRP: $86|Avg: $12

100%

#829

Core i7-10710U

MSRP: $415|Avg: N/A

100%

#835

FX-9830P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

98%

#836

Celeron M P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#838

Celeron 887

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-L13G4 (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-L13G4	A8-4555M
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Lakefield (2020) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Trinity (2012−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A8-4555M (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-L13G4	A8-4555M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i3-L13G4 Benchmark Check

A8-4555M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-L13G4 and A8-4555M

Core i3-L13G4

The Core i3-L13G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Lakefield (2020) architecture. It features 5 cores and 5 threads. Base frequency is 0.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FC-CSP1016. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $281.

A8-4555M

The A8-4555M 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 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FP2. Thermal design power (TDP): 19 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,341 points. Launch price was $90.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-L13G4 packs 5 cores / 5 threads, while the A8-4555M offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i3-L13G4 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-L13G4 versus 2.4 GHz on the A8-4555M — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-L13G4 (base: 0.8 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i3-L13G4 uses the Lakefield (2020) architecture (10 nm), while the A8-4555M uses Trinity (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-L13G4 scores 1,349 against the A8-4555M's 1,341 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-L13G4. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-L13G4 vs 0 kB on the A8-4555M.

Feature	Core i3-L13G4	A8-4555M
Cores / Threads	5 / 5+25%	4 / 4
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz+17%	2.4 GHz
Base Clock	0.8 GHz	1.6 GHz+100%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	4 MB (total)+700%
Process	10 nm-69%	32 nm
Architecture	Lakefield (2020)	Trinity (2012−2013)
PassMark	1,349	1,341

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-L13G4 uses the FC-CSP1016 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-4555M uses FP2 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i3-L13G4 versus 1333 on the A8-4555M — the A8-4555M supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A8-4555M supports up to 16 of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Core i3-L13G4) vs 2 (A8-4555M). PCIe lanes: 8 (Core i3-L13G4) vs 16 (A8-4555M) — the A8-4555M offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i3-L13G4	A8-4555M
Socket	FC-CSP1016	FP2
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR4x-4267	1333+33225%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB+52428700%	16
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	8	16+100%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-L13G4) vs true (A8-4555M). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics (Core i3-L13G4) and Radeon HD 7600G (A8-4555M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-L13G4 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: A8-4555M rivals Core i3-2367M.