PRO A8-9600B vs Celeron J3455E

Performance Spectrum - CPU

PRO A8-9600B

4 / 4

2,195

+0.1%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Celeron J3455E

4 / 4

2,193

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 A8-9600B is positioned at rank #508 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 A8-9600B

#161

Core Ultra 7 268V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

100%

#162

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

99%

#496

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

668%

#497

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

659%

#498

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

605%

#499

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

602%

#500

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

596%

#502

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

576%

#503

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

552%

#504

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

551%

#505

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

536%

#508

PRO A8-9600B

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron J3455E (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	PRO A8-9600B	Celeron J3455E
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The PRO A8-9600B (2016) relies on 28 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	PRO A8-9600B	Celeron J3455E
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 A8-9600B Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of PRO A8-9600B and Celeron J3455E

PRO A8-9600B

The PRO A8-9600B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,195 points. Launch price was $69.

Celeron J3455E

The Celeron J3455E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,193 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the PRO A8-9600B and Celeron J3455E share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the PRO A8-9600B versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455E — a 35.7% clock advantage for the PRO A8-9600B (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The PRO A8-9600B is built on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the PRO A8-9600B scores 2,195 against the Celeron J3455E's 2,193 — a 0.1% lead for the PRO A8-9600B.

Feature	PRO A8-9600B	Celeron J3455E
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+43%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+60%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	—	2 MB
L2 Cache	2048 kB	—
Process	28 nm	14 nm-50%
Architecture	Bristol Ridge (2016−2019)	—
PassMark	2,195	2,193
Geekbench 6 Single	—	450
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	850

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (PRO A8-9600B) / VT-x (Celeron J3455E). The Celeron J3455E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 500), while the PRO A8-9600B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron J3455E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J3455E rivals Pentium J4205.