Core m3-7Y32 vs A6-7310

Core m3-7Y32

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2017

A6-7310

4 Cores4 Thrd2 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core m3-7Y32

2 / 4

2,697

+0.3%

2,689

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 m3-7Y32 is positioned at rank 1090 and the A6-7310 is on rank 502, so the A6-7310 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core m3-7Y32

#1078

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3056%

#1079

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3011%

#1080

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2765%

#1081

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2752%

#1082

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2727%

#1084

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2633%

#1085

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2525%

#1086

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2521%

#1087

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2453%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1091

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

99%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

97%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1101

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

96%

#1102

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

94%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A6-7310

#158

Core i9-13900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

99%

#161

Core Ultra 7 268V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

98%

#162

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

97%

#490

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

655%

#491

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

645%

#492

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

592%

#493

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

589%

#494

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

584%

#496

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

564%

#497

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

541%

#498

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

540%

#499

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

525%

#502

A6-7310

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core m3-7Y32 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core m3-7Y32	A6-7310
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Carrizo-L (2015) / 28 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The A6-7310 (2015) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3L-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core m3-7Y32	A6-7310
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

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 m3-7Y32 Benchmark Check

A6-7310 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core m3-7Y32 and A6-7310

Core m3-7Y32

The Core m3-7Y32 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,697 points. Launch price was $281.

A6-7310

The A6-7310 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo-L (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,689 points. Launch price was $70.

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Processing Power

The Core m3-7Y32 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A6-7310 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A6-7310 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core m3-7Y32 versus 2.4 GHz on the A6-7310 — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Core m3-7Y32 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core m3-7Y32 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the A6-7310 uses Carrizo-L (2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core m3-7Y32 scores 2,697 against the A6-7310's 2,689 — a 0.3% lead for the Core m3-7Y32.

Feature	Core m3-7Y32	A6-7310
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3 GHz+25%	2.4 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2 GHz+82%
L3 Cache	4 MB	—
L2 Cache	512 kB	2048 kB+300%
Process	14 nm-50%	28 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Carrizo-L (2015)
PassMark	2,697	2,689

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Memory & Platform

The Core m3-7Y32 uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A6-7310 uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core m3-7Y32	A6-7310
Socket	FCBGA1515	FP4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	—	1
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core m3-7Y32) / true (A6-7310). The A6-7310 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R4 Graphics), while the Core m3-7Y32 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: A6-7310 rivals Pentium N3700.