CPU
GPU
Core i5-4202Y
A4 PRO-7350B
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 i5-4202Y is positioned at rank 964 and the A4 PRO-7350B is on rank 587, so the A4 PRO-7350B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4202Y
Performance Per Dollar A4 PRO-7350B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | A4 PRO-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($11) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4202Y | A4 PRO-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($11) |
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 i5-4202Y and A4 PRO-7350B
Core i5-4202Y
The Core i5-4202Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,552 points. Launch price was $69.
A4 PRO-7350B
The A4 PRO-7350B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,544 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4202Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the A4 PRO-7350B's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Core i5-4202Y versus 3.8 GHz on the A4 PRO-7350B — a 62.1% clock advantage for the A4 PRO-7350B (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i5-4202Y uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the A4 PRO-7350B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4202Y scores 1,552 against the A4 PRO-7350B's 1,544 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-4202Y. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 589 vs 380, a 43.1% lead for the Core i5-4202Y that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | A4 PRO-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+90% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 3.4 GHz+112% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1024 kB+100% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 1,552 | 1,544 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 589+55% | 380 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,030 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4202Y uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A4 PRO-7350B uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Core i5-4202Y) vs 16 (A4 PRO-7350B) — the A4 PRO-7350B offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM86,HM87 (Core i5-4202Y) and A68H,A78,A88X (A4 PRO-7350B).
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | A4 PRO-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 / LPDDR3-1600 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 16+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x / EPT (Core i5-4202Y) vs AMD-V (A4 PRO-7350B). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4200 (Core i5-4202Y) and Radeon R5 (A4 PRO-7350B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4202Y targets Ultra-portable, A4 PRO-7350B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A4 PRO-7350B rivals Pentium G3260.
| Feature | Core i5-4202Y | A4 PRO-7350B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4200 | Radeon R5 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x / EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Ultra-portable | Business Desktop |
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