Pro A8-8600B vs Celeron G5900T

CPU

GPU

Pro A8-8600B

4 Cores4 Thrd2 WWMax: 3 GHz2015

Celeron G5900T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WW2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pro A8-8600B

4 / 4

2,203

+0.5%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron G5900T

2 / 2

2,192

0.0%

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. The Pro A8-8600B is positioned at rank #986 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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

Performance Per Dollar Pro A8-8600B

#974

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1997%

#975

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1968%

#976

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1807%

#977

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1799%

#978

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1782%

#980

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1721%

#981

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1650%

#982

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1647%

#983

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1603%

#986

Pro A8-8600B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

100%

#991

Pentium 8500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

99%

#992

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

98%

#994

Core i7-4700EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $180

98%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

97%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

96%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

96%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

95%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

95%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

95%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5900T

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

107%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

107%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

107%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

106%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

106%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

103%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

103%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

103%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

102%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

102%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

102%

#359

Ryzen 7 2700E

MSRP: $329|Avg: $329

102%

#360

Ryzen Embedded V2516

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

101%

#361

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2442

101%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

100%

#363

Celeron G5900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

100%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

99%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

98%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

98%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#369

Core i5-8400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $179

95%

#370

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

95%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

89%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

89%

#373

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

88%

#374

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

85%

#375

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

83%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

81%

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

79%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

79%

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 Celeron G5900T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pro A8-8600B	Celeron G5900T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pro A8-8600B (2015) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3/DDR3L-2133, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pro A8-8600B	Celeron G5900T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+101%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)

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.

Pro A8-8600B Benchmark Check

Celeron G5900T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pro A8-8600B and Celeron G5900T

Pro A8-8600B

The Pro A8-8600B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 June 2015 (10 years ago). 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/DDR3L-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,203 points. Launch price was $69.

Celeron G5900T

The Celeron G5900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,192 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Pro A8-8600B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G5900T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Pro A8-8600B has 2 more cores. The Pro A8-8600B is built on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. In PassMark, the Pro A8-8600B scores 2,203 against the Celeron G5900T's 2,192 — a 0.5% lead for the Pro A8-8600B.

Feature	Pro A8-8600B	Celeron G5900T
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3 GHz	—
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	3.2 GHz+100%
L3 Cache	—	2 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	2048 kB	—
Process	28 nm	14 nm-50%
Architecture	Carrizo (2015−2018)	—
PassMark	2,203	2,192
Geekbench 6 Single	—	748
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	750

🧠

Memory & Platform

The Pro A8-8600B uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron G5900T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Pro A8-8600B	Celeron G5900T
Socket	FP4	LGA1200
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

🔧

Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Pro A8-8600B) / VT-x (Celeron G5900T). The Celeron G5900T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Pro A8-8600B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5900T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5900T rivals Pentium Gold G6400T.

Feature	Pro A8-8600B	Celeron G5900T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 610
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

💰

Value Analysis

The Pro A8-8600B launched at $150 MSRP, while the Celeron G5900T debuted at $42. At current prices ($25 vs $50), the Pro A8-8600B is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pro A8-8600B delivers 88.1 pts/$ vs 43.8 pts/$ for the Celeron G5900T — making the Pro A8-8600B the 67.1% better value option.