Core i7-10510Y vs PRO A10-9700

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-10510Y

2019

Why buy it

✅100+% more PCIe lanes (10 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel UHD Graphics 617, while PRO A10-9700 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌687.7% higher power demand at 512W vs 65W.

PRO A10-9700

2017

Why buy it

✅Draws 65W instead of 512W, a 447W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (3,600 vs 3,631).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-10510Y can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-10510Y

2019

PRO A10-9700

2017

Why buy it

✅100+% more PCIe lanes (10 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel UHD Graphics 617, while PRO A10-9700 needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅Draws 65W instead of 512W, a 447W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌687.7% higher power demand at 512W vs 65W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (3,600 vs 3,631).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-10510Y can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-10510Y better than PRO A10-9700?

Yes. Core i7-10510Y is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 1.1% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data, 0.9% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-10510Y is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 1.1% more average FPS across 3 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-10510Y is the better fit. You are getting 0.9% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 8 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-10510Y still looks like the safer overall buy. Core i7-10510Y is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 1.1% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data. That said, if you already own a compatible AM4 + DDR4 setup, PRO A10-9700 can still make sense as a platform-matched option because it avoids a motherboard and RAM swap.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i7-10510Y is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2019 vs 2017) and more multi-core headroom with 4 cores / 8 threads instead of 4/4. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

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 i7-10510Y Benchmark Check

PRO A10-9700 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
1080p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
1440p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	79 FPS	75 FPS
4K
low	84 FPS	64 FPS
medium	72 FPS	57 FPS
high	57 FPS	45 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	35 FPS

Open Core i7-10510Y Open PRO A10-9700

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
1080p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
1440p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
4K
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	85 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	71 FPS	68 FPS

Open Core i7-10510Y Open PRO A10-9700

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
1080p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
1440p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
4K
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS

Open Core i7-10510Y Open PRO A10-9700

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
1080p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
1440p
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS
4K
low	91 FPS	90 FPS
medium	91 FPS	90 FPS
high	91 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	90 FPS

Open Core i7-10510Y Open PRO A10-9700

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-10510Y and PRO A10-9700

Core i7-10510Y

The Core i7-10510Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-Y (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1377. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,631 points. Launch price was $69.

PRO A10-9700

The PRO A10-9700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,600 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-10510Y packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the PRO A10-9700's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i7-10510Y versus 3.8 GHz on the PRO A10-9700 — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-10510Y (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-10510Y uses the Comet Lake-Y (2019) architecture (14 nm), while the PRO A10-9700 uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-10510Y scores 3,631 against the PRO A10-9700's 3,600 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i7-10510Y.

Feature	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+18%	3.8 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	3.5 GHz+192%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2048 kB+700%
Process	14 nm-50%	28 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake-Y (2019)	Bristol Ridge (2016−2019)
PassMark	3,631	3,600
Geekbench 6 Single	1,270	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,960	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-10510Y uses the UTFCBGA1377 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the PRO A10-9700 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-10510Y	PRO A10-9700
Socket	UTFCBGA1377	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR3-2133	—
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	No	—
PCIe Lanes	10	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-10510Y) / not specified (PRO A10-9700). The Core i7-10510Y includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 617), while the PRO A10-9700 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10510Y targets Ultrabook/Tablet.