Core i7-2715QE vs PRO A8-8650B
Core i7-2715QE
PRO A8-8650B
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 i7-2715QE is positioned at rank 1118 and the PRO A8-8650B is on rank 334, so the PRO A8-8650B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2715QE
Performance Per Dollar PRO A8-8650B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2715QE | PRO A8-8650B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2715QE | PRO A8-8650B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-2715QE and PRO A8-8650B
Core i7-2715QE
The Core i7-2715QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 3,221 points. Launch price was $378.
PRO A8-8650B
The PRO A8-8650B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 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: 3,230 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2715QE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the PRO A8-8650B's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i7-2715QE versus 3.9 GHz on the PRO A8-8650B — a 26.1% clock advantage for the PRO A8-8650B (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-2715QE uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the PRO A8-8650B uses Godaveri (2014−2016) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2715QE scores 3,221 against the PRO A8-8650B's 3,230 — a 0.3% lead for the PRO A8-8650B.
| Feature | Core i7-2715QE | PRO A8-8650B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.9 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 32 nm | 28 nm-13% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Godaveri (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,221 | 3,230 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 587 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2715QE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the PRO A8-8650B uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-2715QE | PRO A8-8650B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-2715QE) / not specified (PRO A8-8650B). The Core i7-2715QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the PRO A8-8650B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2715QE targets Embedded/Industrial. Direct competitor: Core i7-2715QE rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Core i7-2715QE | PRO A8-8650B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Embedded/Industrial | — |
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