CPU
GPU
Core i5-L16G7
A10 PRO-7800B
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-L16G7 is positioned at rank 1040 and the A10 PRO-7800B is on rank 320, so the A10 PRO-7800B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-L16G7
Performance Per Dollar A10 PRO-7800B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-L16G7 | A10 PRO-7800B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Lakefield (2020) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-L16G7 | A10 PRO-7800B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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-L16G7 and A10 PRO-7800B
Core i5-L16G7
The Core i5-L16G7 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 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: LPDDR4X-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 3,280 points. Launch price was $281.
A10 PRO-7800B
The A10 PRO-7800B 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,317 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-L16G7 packs 5 cores / 5 threads, while the A10 PRO-7800B offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-L16G7 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i5-L16G7 versus 3.9 GHz on the A10 PRO-7800B — a 26.1% clock advantage for the A10 PRO-7800B (base: 1.4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-L16G7 uses the Lakefield (2020) architecture (10 nm), while the A10 PRO-7800B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-L16G7 scores 3,280 against the A10 PRO-7800B's 3,317 — a 1.1% lead for the A10 PRO-7800B.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | A10 PRO-7800B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 5 / 5+25% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.9 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+150% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 4096 kB+700% |
| Process | 10 nm-64% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Lakefield (2020) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,280 | 3,317+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 446 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-L16G7 uses the FC-CSP1016 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A10 PRO-7800B uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i5-L16G7 versus DDR3-2133 on the A10 PRO-7800B — the Core i5-L16G7 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A10 PRO-7800B supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 9 (Core i5-L16G7) vs 16 (A10 PRO-7800B) — the A10 PRO-7800B offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | A10 PRO-7800B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FC-CSP1016 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4x-4267+33% | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 9 | 16+78% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-L16G7) vs AMD-V (A10 PRO-7800B). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics (Core i5-L16G7) and Radeon R7 (A10 PRO-7800B) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-L16G7 targets Mobile, A10 PRO-7800B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A10 PRO-7800B rivals Core i3-4160.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | A10 PRO-7800B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Business Desktop |
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