PRO A10-8770E vs Core i5-3470T
PRO A10-8770E
Core i5-3470T
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 PRO A10-8770E is positioned at rank 1035 and the Core i5-3470T is on rank 879, so the Core i5-3470T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar PRO A10-8770E
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3470T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | PRO A10-8770E | Core i5-3470T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($210) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | PRO A10-8770E | Core i5-3470T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+500%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($210) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
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 PRO A10-8770E and Core i5-3470T
PRO A10-8770E
The PRO A10-8770E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Outubro 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,001 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-3470T
The Core i5-3470T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,999 points. Launch price was $210.
Processing Power
The PRO A10-8770E packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-3470T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the PRO A10-8770E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the PRO A10-8770E versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-3470T — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-3470T (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The PRO A10-8770E uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-3470T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the PRO A10-8770E scores 3,001 against the Core i5-3470T's 2,999 — a 0.1% lead for the PRO A10-8770E.
| Feature | PRO A10-8770E | Core i5-3470T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 22 nm-21% |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,001 | 2,999 |
Memory & Platform
The PRO A10-8770E uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3470T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | PRO A10-8770E | Core i5-3470T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The PRO A10-8770E launched at $395 MSRP, while the Core i5-3470T debuted at $184. At current prices ($210 vs $35), the Core i5-3470T is $175 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the PRO A10-8770E delivers 14.3 pts/$ vs 85.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-3470T — making the Core i5-3470T the 142.8% better value option.
| Feature | PRO A10-8770E | Core i5-3470T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $395 | $184-53% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $210 | $35-83% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.3 | 85.7+499% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2012 |
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