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Which is better for laptop: AMD A8-6410 or Intel Pentium N3520?

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July 18, 2014 1:43:59 PM

Hello, I am trying to decide between two laptops -- one has AMD A8-6410 and the other has Intel Mobile Pentium N3520. These two laptops are identical models with identical specs (literally same brand, RAM, everything) other than the processor, and both priced equally at $300. Which is the better laptop? Thanks in advance

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July 18, 2014 2:07:34 PM

The A8 is better. In terms of computational power, it's not a big difference, but it is a bit faster and you'll get better performance in graphical applications/games from the A8, as it has a better integrated GPU.
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July 18, 2014 2:10:53 PM

I would choose the AMD one. Lets go with the facts:

- The A8-6410 is a 15W TDP 4-core 2.0GHz base/ 2.4GHz Turbo. Passmark CPU: 2400/ single core: 813.
- The Pentium N3520 is a 7.5W TDP 4-Core 2.2GHz base/ 2.4GHz Turbo. Passmark CPU: 1903/ single core: 519.

AMD iGPUs are better than Intel ones, that's a fact. Also, the Intel CPU consumes less energy, that's another fact. If those to laptops have the same battery capacity, the Intel one will last longer turned on.

But if you need "raw" performance, go with the AMD one.
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July 18, 2014 2:19:24 PM

Thank you both for the quick responses. How about the laptop's general longevity, assuming both are used to similar extents? Does the processor affect the life of a laptop in anyway? Is there any way to say that with one processor the laptop will probably last a little longer than the other? I've heard talk that Intel is more reliable than AMD, but I have no basis for such a claim other than just hearing things from people...

The laptop will be used for everyday tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and video streaming. However, I would like to be able to do all of those without a hiccup and thus I'm staying away from Celerons (in particular the ever popular N2830).

In case anyone's curious, the two laptops are the following:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-15-6-laptop-amd-a8-serie...
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-15-r011dx-laptop-interne...
Yes the Intel version comes with free goodies...lol
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a b D Laptop
July 18, 2014 2:35:51 PM

CPUs in general have a low failure rate. Your real concern should lie in the overall build quality of the laptop. Be sure to look at user reviews and expert reviews of the systems you're considering before you purchase. Laptops are bit like cars in that most manufacturers put together decent systems, but certain models or series have earned a bad reputation.
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July 18, 2014 6:45:21 PM

Prostar Computer said:
CPUs in general have a low failure rate. Your real concern should lie in the overall build quality of the laptop. Be sure to look at user reviews and expert reviews of the systems you're considering before you purchase. Laptops are bit like cars in that most manufacturers put together decent systems, but certain models or series have earned a bad reputation.


Agreed.

I have never seen a CPU die because of its age. Heat is a real problem for chips, but since the APUs started, there's no longer that risk of burning the GPU chip and you're comparing low power parts, so there's no problem.

Choose the one you want.
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