CPU
GPU
Core m3-6Y30
A8-3820
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 m3-6Y30 is positioned at rank 1136 and the A8-3820 is on rank 1032, so the A8-3820 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core m3-6Y30
Performance Per Dollar A8-3820
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Llano (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+40%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
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 m3-6Y30 and A8-3820
Core m3-6Y30
The Core m3-6Y30 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,180 points. Launch price was $281.
A8-3820
The A8-3820 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM1. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,178 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
The Core m3-6Y30 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A8-3820 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A8-3820 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Core m3-6Y30 versus 2.8 GHz on the A8-3820 — a 24% clock advantage for the A8-3820 (base: 0.9 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core m3-6Y30 uses the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the A8-3820 uses Llano (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core m3-6Y30 scores 2,180 against the A8-3820's 2,178 — a 0.1% lead for the Core m3-6Y30. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core m3-6Y30 vs 0 kB on the A8-3820.
| Feature | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 0.9 GHz | 2.5 GHz+178% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-Y (2015) | Llano (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 2,180 | 2,178 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 354 |
Memory & Platform
The Core m3-6Y30 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A8-3820 uses FM1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1515 | FM1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core m3-6Y30) / AMD-V (A8-3820). The A8-3820 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6550D), while the Core m3-6Y30 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A8-3820 targets Budget Desktop. Direct competitor: A8-3820 rivals Core i3-2120.
| Feature | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6550D |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Budget Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core m3-6Y30 launched at $281 MSRP, while the A8-3820 debuted at $280. At current prices ($281 vs $200), the A8-3820 is $81 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core m3-6Y30 delivers 7.8 pts/$ vs 10.9 pts/$ for the A8-3820 — making the A8-3820 the 33.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core m3-6Y30 | A8-3820 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281 | $280 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $281 | $200-29% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.8 | 10.9+40% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2011 |
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