AMD A-Series APU A10-7800 4-core FM2+
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA 1851
What Buyers Say
AMD A-Series APU A10-7800 4-core FM2+
The AMD A10-7850K APU is generally well-regarded for its quad-core CPU and integrated Radeon graphics, offering solid performance for budget builds. Users appreciate its 4K support and compatibility with FM2+ motherboards, though some note it does not unlock PCIe 3.0 speeds without a 'K' suffix. The APU is seen as a good value for light gaming and multimedia tasks, but detailed performance feedback is limited.
Pros
- Quad-core CPU performance
- Integrated Radeon graphics
- 4K resolution support
- FM2+ socket compatibility
- Good value for budget builds
Cons
- Does not unlock PCIe 3.0 without 'K' suffix
- Limited detailed performance feedback
- Requires FM2+ socket, not FM2
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA 1851
The Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is overwhelmingly praised for its raw performance, especially in 4K gaming and heavy multitasking, with users noting significant upgrades from older CPUs. It runs cool with proper cooling solutions, and its efficiency and support for DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 are highlighted as major advantages. Some mention that it may not beat AMD in 1080p/1440p gaming, but it excels at 4K and productivity. A few note the lack of a cooler and tray packaging as minor drawbacks, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent 4K gaming performance
- Strong multitasking and productivity
- Runs cool with proper cooling
- Supports DDR5 and PCIe 5.0
- Power efficient (125W TDP)
Cons
- No cooler included
- Tray packaging (no retail box)
- May lag AMD in 1080p/1440p gaming
- Requires BIOS adjustments for best performance
- Premium price
Scores
Specifications
| AMD A-Series APU A10-7800 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | A-Series APU | Core Ultra 9 |
| Model | A10-7800 | 285K |
| Codename | Kaveri | Arrow Lake-S |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | — | 3★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| P-cores | — | 8★ |
| E-cores | — | 16★ |
| Threads | 4 | 24★ |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 4 | 40★ |
| L3 Cache | 4 | 36★ |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | No data | |
| PassMark Single | No data | |
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR3 | DDR5★ |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | — | 2★ |
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | — | ✓★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA 1851 |
| PCIe | — | 5.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24★ |
| TDP | 65★ | 125 |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 250★ |
| Unlocked | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon R7 series | Intel Graphics |
| NPU TOPS | — | 13★ |
Pros & Cons
AMD A-Series APU A10-7800 4-core FM2+
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average multi thread (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average ai (21st percentile)
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA 1851
- Strong feature (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong single thread (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong efficiency (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong multi thread (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
AMD A-Series APU A10-7800 4-core FM2+ offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 20 of 29 specs.