AMD A10 PRO-7800B vs Intel Core i5-4250U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: the Intel Core i5-4250U outperforms the AMD A10 PRO-7800B in every recorded comparison. The database includes two head-to-head tests, and the Intel part wins both decisively.

In Geekbench multicore, the Intel Core i5-4250U scores 1434 against the AMD A10 PRO-7800B's 1055. That is a 35.9% advantage for Intel, a substantial margin that indicates the two-core, four-thread Haswell design manages workloads more efficiently than AMD's four-core Steamroller architecture. The gap is even more pronounced in single-core performance. The Intel part scores 742, while the AMD chip manages only 436. That translates to a 70.2% delta, meaning the Intel processor delivers nearly three-quarters more performance in single-threaded tasks. This is a particularly relevant metric for everyday applications that rely heavily on single-core responsiveness, such as web browsing, office productivity, and legacy software.

Looking at the broader benchmark suite, the Intel Core i5-4250U also holds a slight edge in the average benchmark score across all tests. Its average sits at 756, compared to 746 for the AMD A10 PRO-7800B. While this 10-point difference is modest, the head-to-head results show where the real gaps lie. The Intel part's Cinebench scores are notable: 182 in R15 multicore, 760 in R20 multicore, 107 in R20 single-core, 1811 in R23 multicore, and 255 in R23 single-core. The AMD processor does not have corresponding Cinebench entries in the database, so direct comparisons in those workloads are unavailable. However, the Geekbench results alone demonstrate that the Intel architecture holds a commanding lead in both multi-threaded and single-threaded scenarios.

The nearest rivals for each processor further contextualize their standings. The Intel Core i5-4250U sits at the 20th percentile among all CPUs, with nearest neighbors including the Intel Xeon E5450 (avg score 756, delta -0.1%), the Intel Core i3-5020U (avg score 757, delta -0.2%), the Intel Core i5-3230M (avg score 754, delta 0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-3210M (avg score 758, delta -0.2%). This places the 4250U firmly in a cluster of mid-range mobile processors from the same era, with performance essentially on par with those peers. The AMD A10 PRO-7800B also records a 20th percentile standing, but its nearest rivals tell a different story. Its closest match is the Intel Core i5-4200U (avg score 746, delta 0%), followed by the AMD FX-9800P (avg score 745, delta 0.1%), the Intel Core i5-750 (avg score 747, delta -0.2%), and the Intel Xeon E5520 (avg score 742, delta 0.6%). The AMD part thus aligns with older or lower-tier Intel parts, reinforcing the conclusion that the Core i5-4250U is the stronger performer.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies, and the architecture specifications explain much of the performance gap. The Intel Core i5-4250U is built on the Haswell architecture, fabricated on Intel's 22 nm process node. It features 2 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 1300 MHz and a boost clock of 2.60 GHz. The chip contains 1,400 million transistors on a die size of 118 mm². Cache is organized as 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 3 MB shared L3 cache. This is a mobile-oriented part, designed for the Intel BGA 1168 socket, with a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 watts. Its integrated graphics are Intel HD 5000.

The AMD A10 PRO-7800B, by contrast, uses the Steamroller architecture under the Kaveri codename, built on a 28 nm process by GlobalFoundries. It has 4 physical cores and 4 threads, with no hyper-threading equivalent. Base clock is 3.50 GHz, boosting to 3.90 GHz, significantly higher than the Intel part's clocks. The die is much larger at 245 mm², and transistor count reaches 2,411 million. Cache configuration differs as well: 256 KB L1 (total), 4 MB L2 (total), and no L3 cache at all. This is a desktop processor for the AMD Socket FM2+, with a TDP of 65 watts, more than four times the Intel part's power envelope. Its integrated graphics are Radeon R7.

The clock speed advantage of the AMD part (3.50 GHz base versus 1.30 GHz base) does not translate into performance superiority. The Intel architecture's efficiency, higher instructions per clock, and hyper-threading compensate for the lower frequency. The smaller 22 nm process also allows Intel to deliver competitive performance at a fraction of the power draw. The AMD chip's larger die and higher transistor count reflect a different design goal, one that prioritizes integrated graphics performance and raw core count over single-thread efficiency. Memory support is DDR3 for both, but the AMD part specifies a dual-channel memory bus with 34.1 GB/s bandwidth, a detail not listed for the Intel chip. The AMD processor also includes PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part's PCIe configuration is not recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Geekbench multicore performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-4250U scores 1434, beating the AMD A10 PRO-7800B's 1055 by 35.9%.

Q: How large is the single-core performance gap?

A: The Intel part scores 742 in Geekbench single-core against the AMD part's 436, a 70.2% advantage.

Q: Do both processors occupy the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are recorded at the 20th percentile among all CPUs, though their nearest rivals differ in composition.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i5-4250U has 2 cores and 4 threads, while the AMD A10 PRO-7800B has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The AMD A10 PRO-7800B has a base clock of 3.50 GHz, far above the Intel Core i5-4250U's 1.30 GHz base clock.

Q: Is there a TDP difference between the two?

A: Yes, the Intel part is rated at 15 watts TDP, while the AMD part is rated at 65 watts TDP.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear winner for general computing workloads. The Intel Core i5-4250U leads in every head-to-head benchmark and posts a higher average benchmark score (756 versus 746). For users prioritizing single-threaded performance, which drives most everyday application responsiveness, the Intel part's 70.2% advantage in Geekbench single-core makes it the obvious choice. Even in multi-threaded tasks, where the AMD processor has twice the physical cores, the Intel chip's 35.9% lead in Geekbench multicore shows that architecture efficiency outweighs raw core count in these specific workloads.

However, the AMD A10 PRO-7800B is not without merit. Its 4 physical cores and higher clock speeds (3.50 GHz base, 3.90 GHz boost) may appeal to scenarios where the workload scales linearly across cores, and its Radeon R7 integrated graphics could offer better iGPU performance, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks. The AMD part also comes with dual-channel DDR3 memory support and a documented 34.1 GB/s memory bandwidth, which could benefit memory-intensive applications. Its larger die (245 mm²) and transistor count (2,411 million) suggest a more complex chip, but that complexity does not translate to higher CPU benchmark scores.

For a mobile platform, the Intel Core i5-4250U's 15 watt TDP is a decisive factor. It delivers superior performance while consuming a fraction of the power of the AMD part's 65 watt TDP. This makes the Intel chip far better suited for thin-and-light laptops where thermal and battery constraints are critical. The AMD A10 PRO-7800B, as a desktop part, has the thermal headroom to operate at higher clocks, but the benchmark results show that headroom is not effectively utilized in the tested workloads. The production status of the AMD part is listed as end-of-life, while the Intel part's status is not recorded, though the data does not indicate any ongoing availability advantage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-4250U | AMD A10 PRO-7800B |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 2 | 4 |

| Threads | 4 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 1300 MHz | 3500 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 2.60 GHz | 3.90 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1168 | AMD Socket FM2+ |

| Architecture | Haswell | Steamroller |

| Codename | Haswell | Kaveri |

| Generation | Core i5 (Haswell) | A10 (Kaveri) |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 28 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 2,411 million |

| Die Size | 118 mm² | 245 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 256 KB |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 4 MB |

| L3 Cache | 3 MB (shared) | None |

| Memory Bus | Not listed | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not listed | 34.1 GB/s |

| PCIe | Not listed | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 5000 | Radeon R7 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Production Status | Not listed | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2013-06-03 | 2014-07-30 |

| Part Number | SR16M | AD780BYBI44JA |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| ECC Memory | No | No |