Core i5-3470T vs PRO A10-8770E
Core i5-3470T
PRO A10-8770E
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 i5-3470T is positioned at rank 879 and the PRO A10-8770E is on rank 1035, so the Core i5-3470T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3470T
Performance Per Dollar PRO A10-8770E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3470T | PRO A10-8770E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($210) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3470T | PRO A10-8770E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+500%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($210) |
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 i5-3470T and PRO A10-8770E
Core i5-3470T
The Core i5-3470T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,999 points. Launch price was $210.
PRO A10-8770E
The PRO A10-8770E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,001 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-3470T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the PRO A10-8770E offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the PRO A10-8770E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-3470T versus 3.5 GHz on the PRO A10-8770E — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-3470T (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i5-3470T uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the PRO A10-8770E uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3470T scores 2,999 against the PRO A10-8770E's 3,001 — a 0.1% lead for the PRO A10-8770E.
| Feature | Core i5-3470T | PRO A10-8770E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+4% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 2,999 | 3,001 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3470T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the PRO A10-8770E uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-3470T | PRO A10-8770E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-3470T launched at $184 MSRP, while the PRO A10-8770E debuted at $395. At current prices ($35 vs $210), the Core i5-3470T is $175 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-3470T delivers 85.7 pts/$ vs 14.3 pts/$ for the PRO A10-8770E — making the Core i5-3470T the 142.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-3470T | PRO A10-8770E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $184-53% | $395 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-83% | $210 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.7+499% | 14.3 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2016 |
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