CPU
GPU
Core i7-4500U
A8-8600P
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 i7-4500U is positioned at rank 1183 and the A8-8600P is on rank 948, so the A8-8600P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4500U
Performance Per Dollar A8-8600P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($398) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-ULT (2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1213%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($398) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 i7-4500U and A8-8600P
Core i7-4500U
The Core i7-4500U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell-ULT (2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,490 points. Launch price was $69.
A8-8600P
The A8-8600P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,464 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4500U packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-8600P offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-8600P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i7-4500U versus 3 GHz on the A8-8600P — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.8 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i7-4500U uses the Haswell-ULT (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the A8-8600P uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4500U scores 2,490 against the A8-8600P's 2,464 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-4500U.
| Feature | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz+12% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell-ULT (2013) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 2,490+1% | 2,464 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,160 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 499 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,300 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4500U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-8600P uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i7-4500U versus DDR3-2133 on the A8-8600P — the Core i7-4500U supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 12 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Haswell-U (Core i7-4500U) and SoC (A8-8600P).
| Feature | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1168 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Core i7-4500U) vs AMD-V (A8-8600P). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 4400 (Core i7-4500U) and Radeon R6 (A8-8600P) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4500U targets Mobile, A8-8600P targets Legacy Laptop. Direct competitor: A8-8600P rivals Core i5-5200U.
| Feature | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4400 | Radeon R6 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Legacy Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4500U launched at $398 MSRP, while the A8-8600P debuted at $150.
| Feature | Core i7-4500U | A8-8600P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $398 | $150-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $30 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2015 |
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