CPU
GPU
Pentium G4560
A10-7870K
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 Pentium G4560 is positioned at rank 385 and the A10-7870K is on rank 368, so the A10-7870K offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium G4560
Performance Per Dollar A10-7870K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | A10-7870K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium G4560 | A10-7870K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ 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 Pentium G4560 and A10-7870K
Pentium G4560
The Pentium G4560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,536 points. Launch price was $108.
A10-7870K
The A10-7870K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 28 May 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,506 points. Launch price was $120.
Processing Power
The Pentium G4560 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the A10-7870K offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the A10-7870K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Pentium G4560 versus 4.1 GHz on the A10-7870K — a 15.8% clock advantage for the A10-7870K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Pentium G4560 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the A10-7870K uses Godaveri (2014−2016) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium G4560 scores 3,536 against the A10-7870K's 3,506 — a 0.9% lead for the Pentium G4560. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Pentium G4560 vs 0 kB on the A10-7870K.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | A10-7870K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.1 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.9 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 14 nm-50% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Godaveri (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,536 | 3,506 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 550 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium G4560 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A10-7870K uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Pentium G4560 versus DDR3-2133 on the A10-7870K — the Pentium G4560 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium G4560 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | A10-7870K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the A10-7870K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Pentium G4560) vs AMD-V (A10-7870K). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 610 (Pentium G4560) and Radeon R7 (A10-7870K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium G4560 targets Desktop, A10-7870K targets Budget. Direct competitor: A10-7870K rivals Core i3-4370.
| Feature | Pentium G4560 | A10-7870K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 610 | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Budget |
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