AMD PRO A10-9700E vs Intel Core i3-4330T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data for these two 35W desktop processors is remarkably consistent: the Intel Core i3-4330T wins every single head-to-head comparison, but by a narrow margin each time. Across five Cinebench tests, the Intel part leads by between 2.3% and 2.6%, which is a tight spread that suggests a near-parity in real-world performance.

Starting with the oldest test in the database, Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Core i3-4330T scores 265 against the AMD PRO A10-9700E's 259, a delta of 2.3%. That is close enough that in a blind test, most users would struggle to tell the difference. The pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multi-core: Intel scores 1108, AMD scores 1081, a 2.4% gap. The story is identical in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where Intel posts 2639 versus AMD's 2574, again a 2.5% difference.

Single-threaded performance tells the same story. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the Intel part scores 156, the AMD part 152, a 2.6% lead for Intel. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 372 versus AMD's 363, a 2.4% gap. The Intel chip is consistently ahead, but the margin is small enough that it would only show up in careful benchmarking, not in everyday use.

The average benchmark score in the database reinforces this picture. The AMD PRO A10-9700E has an average score of 919, while the Intel Core i3-4330T sits at 908. Interestingly, that means the AMD part has a slightly higher average across all recorded benchmarks, even though it loses every Cinebench head-to-head. This is because the AMD chip has additional Geekbench results in the database: it scores 1430 in Geekbench multi-core and 577 in single-core, while the Intel part has no Geekbench entries listed. These extra data points pull AMD's average up.

When placed against the broader field, both CPUs sit in the same performance tier. The AMD chip lands at the 25th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel chip is at the 24th percentile. Their nearest rivals confirm the close grouping: the AMD PRO A10-9700E matches the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G exactly at 919, sits 0.2% above the AMD Athlon Silver 3050U, and 0.2% below the AMD FX-4320. The Intel Core i3-4330T is tied with the Intel Core i3-10110Y and AMD Ryzen 3 3250U at 908, sits 0.3% below the AMD PRO A12-9800E, and 0.4% above the AMD A10-7860K.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i3-4330T wins outright in every Cinebench test that the database records for both chips. That includes multi-core workloads in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, plus single-core workloads in R20 and R23. The margins are consistent, between 2.3% and 2.6%, which indicates a small but systematic advantage in both threaded and single-threaded rendering tasks. If the workload is Cinebench-based, the Intel part is the pick.

The AMD PRO A10-9700E does not win any of the five head-to-head tests, but it does hold an advantage in the broader benchmark set. The database includes Geekbench results for the AMD chip, with a multi-core score of 1430 and a single-core score of 577. These scores are not compared directly against the Intel chip in the head-to-head table, but they contribute to AMD's higher average benchmark score of 919 versus Intel's 908. For users who rely on Geekbench as their primary metric, the AMD part appears slightly stronger.

Another area where AMD differentiates itself is memory support. The AMD PRO A10-9700E runs DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Intel Core i3-4330T runs DDR3, also dual-channel, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. In practical terms, the AMD platform offers newer memory technology, which can matter for system longevity and upgrade paths.

The integrated graphics also differ. AMD pairs the PRO A10-9700E with Radeon R7 graphics, while Intel uses HD 4600. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so no direct performance comparison is possible, but the choice of iGPU can influence which chip suits a particular build.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear but narrow winner: the Intel Core i3-4330T. It wins all five recorded head-to-head tests, with the largest margin being 2.6% in Cinebench R20 single-core. The smallest margin is 2.3% in Cinebench R15 multi-core. If the decision hinges purely on Cinebench performance, the Intel chip is the better buy.

However, the AMD PRO A10-9700E has compensating strengths. Its average benchmark score of 919 is higher than Intel's 908, thanks to the Geekbench results that are not part of the head-to-head comparison. It also supports DDR4 memory, which is a newer standard than the DDR3 used by the Intel chip, and it offers a higher transistor count at 3,100 million versus 1,400 million, on a 28 nm process versus Intel's 22 nm. The AMD part is still listed as active in production, while the Intel part has no production status recorded.

For a builder who prioritizes raw Cinebench numbers, the Intel Core i3-4330T is the choice. For a builder who values DDR4 compatibility, a higher average benchmark score, and the AMD platform's newer memory ecosystem, the PRO A10-9700E is the better fit. Both chips are 35W parts with four threads, so power and thermals are not differentiators.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i3-4330T scores 2639, while the AMD PRO A10-9700E scores 2574. The Intel chip leads by 2.5%.

Q: Does the AMD PRO A10-9700E win any benchmark?

A: No. The head-to-head table shows the Intel Core i3-4330T winning all five tests. However, the AMD chip has a higher average benchmark score of 919 versus 908, driven by Geekbench results that are not part of the head-to-head comparison.

Q: What memory type does each CPU support?

A: The AMD PRO A10-9700E supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core i3-4330T supports DDR3 with a dual-channel bus; no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i3-4330T leads in both single-core tests. In Cinebench R20 single-core, Intel scores 156 versus AMD's 152, a 2.6% gap. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 372 versus AMD's 363, a 2.4% gap.

Q: Which CPU has more cores?

A: The AMD PRO A10-9700E has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Intel Core i3-4330T has 2 cores and 4 threads. Despite the core count difference, Intel wins all multi-core Cinebench tests.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each CPU?

A: The AMD PRO A10-9700E has an average score of 919, placing it at the 25th percentile. The Intel Core i3-4330T has an average score of 908, placing it at the 24th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two CPUs come from different design philosophies and manufacturing processes. The AMD PRO A10-9700E uses the Excavator architecture, codenamed Bristol Ridge, built on a 28 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 3,100 million transistors onto a 250 mm² die. The Intel Core i3-4330T uses the Haswell architecture, also codenamed Haswell, built on a 22 nm process at Intel. It has 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The AMD chip has 320 KB of L1 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache, with no L3 cache listed. The Intel chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives Intel a substantial cache advantage in total, particularly the shared L3 pool which can be accessed by both cores.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses Radeon R7 graphics, while Intel uses HD 4600. The database does not provide graphics benchmarks, so the performance impact cannot be quantified, but the architectural choice is clear.

Memory architecture is another split. The AMD part supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR3 with a dual-channel bus, and no bandwidth figure is recorded. The AMD chip also uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1150.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ. The AMD PRO A10-9700E has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Intel Core i3-4330T has 2 cores and 4 threads. Both run at a base clock of 3.00 GHz, but the AMD chip has a boost clock of 3.50 GHz, while the Intel chip has no boost clock listed.

Both are 35W TDP parts, so power draw is identical on paper. The sockets are different: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1150. The AMD chip is built on a 28 nm process, the Intel chip on a 22 nm process. Transistor counts differ at 3,100 million versus 1,400 million, and die sizes differ at 250 mm² versus 177 mm².

Cache configurations are different. AMD has 320 KB L1 and 2 MB L2, with no L3. Intel has 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. Memory support differs: AMD uses DDR4, Intel uses DDR3, both dual-channel. The AMD chip has a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, while the Intel chip has none listed.

PCIe support differs. AMD lists Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while Intel lists Gen 3 without a lane count. The integrated graphics differ: Radeon R7 on AMD, HD 4600 on Intel. The AMD part is listed as active in production, while the Intel part has no production status. Release dates differ, with the AMD chip released later, and the part numbers differ as well. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier, and neither supports ECC memory.