CPU
GPU
Pro A8-8600B
Core i3-3210
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 A8-8600B is positioned at rank 986 and the Core i3-3210 is on rank 814, so the Core i3-3210 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pro A8-8600B
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3210
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 A8-8600B and Core i3-3210
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.
Core i3-3210
The Core i3-3210 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3072 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,229 points. Launch price was $120.
Processing Power
The Pro A8-8600B packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-3210 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Pro A8-8600B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Pro A8-8600B versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-3210 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-3210 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Pro A8-8600B uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i3-3210 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pro A8-8600B scores 2,203 against the Core i3-3210's 2,229 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-3210.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 3.2 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | — | 3072 kB (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 | 2,203 | 2,229+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 505 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,113 |
Memory & Platform
The Pro A8-8600B uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-3210 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP4 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Pro A8-8600B) / VT-x (Core i3-3210). The Core i3-3210 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2500), while the Pro A8-8600B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3210 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-3210 rivals Ryzen 3 1200.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 2500 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Pro A8-8600B launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i3-3210 debuted at $117. At current prices ($25 vs $25), the Core i3-3210 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pro A8-8600B delivers 88.1 pts/$ vs 89.2 pts/$ for the Core i3-3210 — making the Core i3-3210 the 1.2% better value option.
| Feature | Pro A8-8600B | Core i3-3210 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $117-22% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | 88.1 | 89.2+1% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2013 |
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