Xeon X5272 vs A6-8500P

Xeon X5272

80 WW2007

A6-8500P

2 Cores2 Thrd1 WWMax: 3 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon X5272

1,451

+0.4%

1,445

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

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Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 Xeon X5272 is positioned at rank 1029 and the A6-8500P is on rank 992, so the A6-8500P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5272

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

167599%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

31644%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

28115%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

21719%

#1029

Xeon X5272

MSRP: $1172|Avg: $76

100%

#1030

Xeon Platinum 8260L

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $750

55%

#1031

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

55%

#1032

Xeon X5355

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4000

36%

#1033

Xeon E5420

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $6500

23%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar A6-8500P

#980

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2030%

#981

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2001%

#982

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1837%

#983

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1828%

#984

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1812%

#986

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1749%

#987

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1678%

#988

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1675%

#989

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1630%

#992

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

100%

#994

Core i7-4700EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $180

99%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

99%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

97%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

97%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

97%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

97%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

97%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

95%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

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 A6-8500P (2015) utilizes 28 nm technology and modern memory, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon X5272	A6-8500P
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($76)	✅ More affordable ($16)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5272 (2007) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon X5272	A6-8500P
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+373%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($76)	✅ More affordable ($16)

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.

Xeon X5272 Benchmark Check

A6-8500P Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon X5272 and A6-8500P

Xeon X5272

The Xeon X5272 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $800.

A6-8500P

The A6-8500P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,445 points. Launch price was $70.

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Processing Power

The A6-8500P is built on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon X5272 scores 1,451 against the A6-8500P's 1,445 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon X5272.

Feature	Xeon X5272	A6-8500P
Cores / Threads	—	2 / 2
Boost Clock	—	3 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+112%	1.6 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache	—
L2 Cache	—	1024 kB
Process	45 nm	28 nm-38%
Architecture	—	Carrizo (2015−2018)
PassMark	1,451	1,445

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X5272 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A6-8500P uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2 on the Xeon X5272 versus 1600 on the A6-8500P — the A6-8500P supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5272 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon X5272) vs 2 (A6-8500P). PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon X5272) vs 16 (A6-8500P) — the A6-8500P offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 5100,Intel 5400 (Xeon X5272) and FP4 (A6-8500P).

Feature	Xeon X5272	A6-8500P
Socket	LGA771	FP4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2	1600+79900%
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+838860700%	16
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. The A6-8500P includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 Graphics), while the Xeon X5272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5272 targets Server. Direct competitor: A6-8500P rivals Pentium 3825U.

Feature	Xeon X5272	A6-8500P
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon R5 Graphics
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	true	true
Target Use	Server	—

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Value Analysis

The Xeon X5272 launched at $1172 MSRP, while the A6-8500P debuted at $100. At current prices ($76 vs $16), the A6-8500P is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X5272 delivers 19.1 pts/$ vs 90.3 pts/$ for the A6-8500P — making the A6-8500P the 130.2% better value option.