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AMD A8-6600K vs AMD A10-4600M. Specifications, performance, tests

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Released
Q2/2013
AMD A8-6600K
AMD A8-6600K
Released
Q2/2012
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AMD A10-4600M
AMD A10-4600M

Compare AMD A8-6600K VS AMD A10-4600M. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD A8-6600K boasts a maximum frequency of 3.90 GHz GHz. 4 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 100 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q2/2013, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD A10-4600M features a maximum frequency of 2.30 GHz GHz. 4 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 35 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q2/2012, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD A8-6600K Reasons to consider
AMD A8-6600K
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1297 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 41% better clock speed

    3.90 GHz left arrow 2.30 GHz
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 24% better overclocked clock speed

    4.20 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD A8-6600K CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    824 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    720 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1089 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1116 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    782 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    598 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    533 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    599 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    485 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    861 place
AMD A10-4600M Reasons to consider
AMD A10-4600M
Report a bug
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1392 left arrow score
  • Performance per watt

    About 0.35 times less performance per watt

    35 W left arrow 100 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD A10-4600M CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    982 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    917 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1301 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1345 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    610 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    758 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    693 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    695 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    585 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    136 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1067 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD A8-6600K AMD A8-6600K
AMD A10-4600M AMD A10-4600M
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Mobile
  • Family
    AMD A left arrow AMD A
  • Generation
    3 left arrow 2
  • CPU group
    AMD A8-6000 left arrow AMD A10-4000M
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.90 GHz left arrow 2.30 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.20 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (4 Cores)
    4.20 GHz left arrow 3.20 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon HD 8570D left arrow AMD Radeon HD 7660G
  • GPU frequency
    0.84 GHz left arrow 0.50 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow 0.69 GHz
  • Execution units
    4 left arrow 6
  • Shader
    256 left arrow 384
  • Max. GPU Memory
    2 GB left arrow 8 GB
  • Max. displays
    2 left arrow 2
  • Generation
    5 left arrow 4
  • DirectX Version
    11.2 left arrow 11.2
  • Technology
    32 nm left arrow 32 nm
  • Release date
    Q2/2013 left arrow Q2/2012
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    Decode left arrow Decode
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    Decode left arrow Decode
  • VC-1
    Decode left arrow No
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode left arrow Decode / Encode
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD A10-4600M and AMD A8-6600K. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-1866 left arrow DDR3-1600
  • ECC
    No left arrow No
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 2
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD A8-6600K and AMD A10-4600M to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    100 W left arrow 35 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD A8-6600K and AMD A10-4600M, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V left arrow AMD-V
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4 left arrow SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB left arrow 4.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Richland (Piledriver) left arrow Trinity (Piledriver)
  • Technology
    32 nm left arrow 32 nm
  • Socket
    FM2 left arrow FS1r2
  • Release date
    Q2/2013 left arrow Q2/2012

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD A8-6600K and AMD A10-4600M.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
94
AMD A8-6600K
63
AMD A10-4600M
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
306
AMD A8-6600K
186
AMD A10-4600M
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
537
AMD A8-6600K
355
AMD A10-4600M
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1461
AMD A8-6600K
916
AMD A10-4600M
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
432
AMD A8-6600K
527
AMD A10-4600M
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
2107
AMD A8-6600K
1417
AMD A10-4600M
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
6038
AMD A8-6600K
3992
AMD A10-4600M
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
0.97
AMD A8-6600K
0.78
AMD A10-4600M
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
3.43
AMD A8-6600K
2.04
AMD A10-4600M
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
4782
AMD A8-6600K
3148
AMD A10-4600M

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