What is more powerful amd or intel. Pros of AMD processes

Useful tips

For office, home or gaming computer It's not that difficult to choose the right processor. You just need to decide on your needs, orient yourself a little in the characteristics and price ranges. There is no point in thoroughly studying the smallest nuances if you are not a “geek,” but you need to understand what to pay attention to.

For example, you can look for a processor with a higher frequency and cache memory, but without paying attention to the core of the chip, you can get into trouble. The core, in fact, is the main performance factor, and the rest of the characteristics are plus or minus. IN general outline I can say that the more expensive the product in the line of one manufacturer, the better, more powerful, and faster it is. But AMD processors are cheaper than those from Intel.

The processor should be chosen depending on the tasks at hand. If in normal mode you have about two resource-intensive programs running, then it is better to buy a dual-core “stone” with a high frequency. If more threads are used, it is better to opt for a multi-core processor of the same architecture, even with a lower frequency.
Hybrid processors (with a built-in video card) will allow you to save on the purchase of a video card, provided that you do not need to play fancy games. That's almost all modern processors Intel and AMD A4-A12 series, but AMD has a stronger graphics core.
All processors marked “BOX” must be supplied with a cooler (of course, a simple model, which will not be enough for high loads, but is just what is needed for operation in nominal mode). If you need a cool cooler, then .
Processors marked “OEM” are covered by a one-year warranty, while processors marked “OEM” are covered by a three-year warranty. If the warranty period provided by the store is shorter, it is better to think about looking for another distributor.
In some cases, it makes sense to buy a percentage from hand, this way you can save about 30% of the amount. True, this method of purchase is associated with a certain risk, so you need to pay attention to the availability of a guarantee and the reputation of the seller.

Main technical characteristics of processors

Now about some characteristics that are still worth mentioning. It is not necessary to go into it, but it will be useful to understand my recommendations for specific models.

Each processor has its own socket (platform), i.e. the name of the connector on the motherboard for which it is intended. Whatever processor you choose, be sure to look at socket matching. At the moment there are several platforms.

LGA1150 – not for high-end processors, used for office computers, gaming and home media centers. Entry-level integrated graphics, except Intel Iris/Iris Pro. Already going out of circulation.
LGA1151 is a modern platform, recommended for future upgrade to newer hardware. The processors themselves are not much faster than the previous platform, i.e., there is little point in upgrading to it. But there is a more powerful integrated graphics core of the Intel Graphics series, DDR4 memory is supported, but it does not provide a significant performance gain.
LGA2011-v3 is a top platform designed for building high-performance desktop systems based on Intel X299 system logic, expensive, outdated.
LGA 2066 (Socket R4) - socket for HEDT (Hi-End) Intel processors Skylake-X architecture And Kaby Lake-X, replaced 2011-3.

AM1 for weak, energy-efficient processors
AM3+ is a common socket, suitable for most AMD processors, incl. for high-performance processors without an integrated video core
AM4 is designed for microprocessors with Zen microarchitecture (Ryzen brand) with and without integrated graphics, and all subsequent ones. Added support for DDR4 memory.
FM2/FM2+ for budget versions of Athlon X2/X4 without integrated graphics.
sTR4 is a connector type for the HEDT family of Ryzen Threadripper microprocessors. Similar to server sockets, the most massive for desktop computers.

There are outdated platforms that you can buy in order to save money, but you need to take into account that new processors will no longer be made for them: LGA1155, AM3, LGA2011, AM2/+, LGA775 and others that are not on the lists.

Kernel name. Each line of processors has its own kernel name. For example, Intel currently has Sky Lake, Kaby Lake and the newest eighth generation Coffee Lake. AMD has Richland, Bulldozer, Zen. The higher the generation, the more high-performance the chip, with lower energy consumption, and the more technologies are introduced.

Number of Cores: from 2 to 18 pieces. The bigger, the better. But there is such a point: programs that do not know how to distribute the load across the cores will work faster on a dual-core with a higher clock frequency than on a 4-core, but with a lower frequency. In short, if there is no clear terms of reference, then the rule works: more is better, and the further you go, the more correct it will be.

Technical process, measured in nanometers, for example – 14nm. Does not affect performance, but does affect processor heating. Each new generation of processors is manufactured using a new technical process with a smaller nm. This means that if you take a previous generation processor and a new one that is approximately the same, the latter will heat up less. But, since new products are made faster, they heat up about the same. That is, improving the technical process allows manufacturers to make faster processors.

Clock frequency, measured in gigahertz, for example - 3.5 GHz. Always the more the better, but only within one series. If you take an old Pentium with a frequency of 3.5 GHz and some new one, then the old one will be many times slower. This is explained by the fact that they have completely different kernels.

Almost all “stones” are capable of accelerating, i.e. operate at a higher frequency than that specified in the specifications. But this is a topic for those knowledgeable, because... You can burn the processor or get a non-working system!

Level 1, 2 and 3 cache size, one of the key characteristics, the more, the faster. The first level is the most important, the third is less significant. Directly depends on the kernel and series.

TDP– dissipated thermal power, or how much at maximum load. Smaller number means less heat. Without clear personal preferences, this can be ignored. Powerful processors consume 110-220 watts of electricity under load. You can see a diagram of the approximate energy consumption of Intel and AMD processors under normal load, the less the better:

Model, series: does not relate to the characteristics, but nevertheless I want to tell you how to understand which processor is better within the same series, without delving too much into the characteristics. Processor name, for example " consists of a series Core i3″ and model number “8100”. The first number means the line of processors on a certain core, and the next ones are its “performance index,” roughly speaking. So, we can estimate that:

Core i3-8300 is faster than i3-8100
i3-8100 is faster than i3-7100
But the i3-7300 will be faster than the i3-8100, despite the lower series, because the 300 strongly more than 100. I think you get the idea.

The same goes for AMD.

Will you play on the computer?

The next point that you need to decide in advance is the gaming future of the computer. For “Farm Frenzy” and other simple online games, any built-in graphics will do. If buying an expensive video card is not part of your plans, but you want to play, then you need to buy a processor with a normal graphics core Intel Graphics 530/630/Iris Pro, AMD Radeon RX Vega Series. Even modern games will run in Full HD 1080p resolution at minimum and medium graphics quality settings. You can play World of Tanks, GTA, Dota and others.

If so, then it makes sense to take a processor without built-in graphics at all and save on it (or get more power for the same price). The circle can be narrowed down this way:

AMD has FX series processors for the AM3+ platform and hybrid solutions A12/10/8/6/4, as well as Athlon X4 for FM2+/AM4
Intel has SkyLake and Kaby Lake series processors for the LGA1151 and LGA2066 platforms and the aging BroadWell-E for LGA2011-v3 (there are only a few models).

You also need to take into account that a powerful video card and processor need to match. I won’t give clear answers to questions like “what kind of processor is needed for this video card.” You need to study this issue yourself by reading relevant reviews, tests, comparisons, and forums. But I'll give you a couple of recommendations.

Firstly, you need at least a 4-core processor. Even more cores will not add much fps in games. At the same time, it turns out that 4-core AMD processors are better suited for games than 2-core Intel processors at the same or even lower price.

Secondly, you can focus on this: the cost of the processor is equal to the cost of the video card. In fact, despite dozens of models, making right choice not difficult.

A note about AMD

The most budget line called "Sempron". With each new generation, performance improves, but these are still the weakest processors. Recommended only for working with office documents, surfing the Internet, watching videos and music.

The company has the FX series - these are aging top-end chips for the AM3+ platform. Everyone has an unlocked multiplier, i.e. they are easy to overclock (if necessary). There are 4, 6 and 8 core models. Supports automatic overclocking technology - Turbo Core. Only DDR3 memory works. It's better when the platform works with DDR4.

There are also mid-class products - Athlon X4 and a line of hybrid processors (with integrated graphics) A4/A6/A8/A10/A12. This is for FM2/FM2+/AM4 platforms. The A-series is divided into 2 and 4 cores. The integrated graphics power is higher in older models. If the name has the letter “K” at the end, then this model comes with an unlocked multiplier, i.e. easier to overclock. Turbo Core supported. It makes sense to take something from the A-series only if there is no separate video card.

For socket AM4, the newest processors are the Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7 series. They are positioned as competitors to Intel Core i3, i5, i7. There are ones without built-in graphics and with it, then the model name will have the letter G, for example AMD Ryzen A5 2400G. The top line from 8-16 nuclear processors This is an AMD Ryzen Threadripper with a massive cooling system.

A note about Intel

The LGA1151 platform includes a full range of models, listed in ascending order of performance: Celeron, Pentium, Core i3/i5/i7. There are economical processors with the letters “T” or “S” in their names. They are slower and I don’t see the point of putting them in home computers unless there is a special need, for example for a home file storage/media center. Supports DDR4 memory, built-in video everywhere.

The most budget-friendly dual-core processors with integrated graphics are Celeron, an analogue of AMD's Sempron, and the more powerful Pentium. For domestic needs it is better to install at least a Pentium.

Top LGA2066 for Skylake and Kabylake with i5/i7 and top i9 series processors. They work with DDR4 memory, have 4-18 cores on board and no built-in graphics. Unlocked multiplier.

For information:

Core i5 and i7 processors support Turbo Boost automatic overclocking technology
processors on the Kaby Lake socket are not always faster than their predecessors on Sky Lake. The difference in architecture can be offset by different clock frequencies. As a rule, the faster processor costs a little more, even if it is Sky Lake. But Skylake accelerates well.
processors with integrated Iris Pro graphics are suitable for quiet game builds, but they are very expensive
processors based on the LGA1151 platform are suitable for gaming systems, but there will be no point in installing more than two video cards, because maximum 16 lines supported PCI Express. For complete separation, you need an LGA2011-v3 or LGA2066 socket and the corresponding stones.
The Xeon line is designed for servers.

Which is better AMD or Intel?

This is an eternal debate, to which thousands of pages of forums on the Internet are devoted, and there is no clear answer to it. Both companies follow each other, but for myself I made a choice which is better. In a nutshell - AMD produces optimal budget solutions, and Intel - more technologically advanced and expensive products. AMD rules in the low-cost sector, but this company simply has no analogues to the fastest Intel processors.

Processors do not break down, like monitors or, for example, so reliability is not an issue here. That is, if you do not overclock the “stone” and use a fan no worse than the boxed one (complete), then any processor will last for many, many years. There are no bad models, but there is a desirability of purchasing depending on price, characteristics and other factors, such as the availability of a particular motherboard.

I provide for your reference a summary table of the approximate performance in games of Intel and AMD processors on a powerful GeForce video card GTX1080, the higher -> the better:

Comparison of processors in tasks. close to everyday, normal load:

Archiving in 7-zip (less time - better results):

To independently compare different processors, I suggest using tables. So, let's move on from verbosity to specific recommendations.

Processors costing up to $40

Of course, you shouldn’t expect high performance for this money. Typically, such a processor is purchased in two cases:

For office computer, from which high performance is not required
For the so-called “home server” - a computer whose main purpose is to store and play video and audio files.

These computers will run high-definition movies and simple games without any problems, but don't expect anything more. AMD A4, A6 processors are suitable for operation in nominal mode (the higher the model, the slightly more expensive and faster). The cheapest models from the A4 series are NOT recommended; these are slow processors with sluggish graphics, worse than those of Intel.

The processor will be an excellent choice Intel Celeron G3900-3930 (socket LGA1151) with support for DDR4 memory and a more powerful integrated graphics core. These processors overclock well.

If there external video card, then you can save a little more and take AMD Athlon A4 X2, but it’s better to aim for 4 cores of Athlon II X4 or, because This processor does not have a built-in graphics core. Separately, it is worth mentioning that you should NOT pay attention to the quad-core AMD Sempron and Athlon Kabini X4 for socket AM1. These are slow processors, unsuccessful company products.

Up to 80$

There are somewhat more possibilities here, since for this amount you can buy a good quad-core processor. This also includes initial motherboard + built-in processor kits. Their purpose is to ensure stable operation of low- and medium-power stationary computers. Usually they are enough for comfortable work on the Internet, but such a kit is not suitable for serious loads.

For operation in nominal mode, it is best to choose AMD processor Athlon X4 for the AMD AM4 platform. If you need integrated graphics, then take any one you like at the price from the AMD A8 series, or the Intel Pentium Dual-Core G4600 microprocessor for the Intel LGA1151 platform.

Processors of the AMD FX series or Athlon X4 xxxK show good performance when working in overclocking mode, i.e. with the letter "K". These models have an unlocked multiplier, which means they can be easily overclocked. But when buying it, you need to take into account that not every motherboard is suitable for overclocking. Can be used with an NVidia GTX1050Ti level video card.

About 120$

You can select AMD's Quad-Core APU from the Ryzen 3 series on AMD platform AM4, which is suitable for creating a media center and even for games at medium settings. These “stones” have a very good built-in Radeon video card Vega R8 Series. Looking towards Intel price category up to $120, then there is nothing interesting, except perhaps the Pentium G5600.

To work in overclocking mode, and not only, choose the Intel i3-7100 processor. Not the best option for games, because... there are only 2 here, but very fast kernels. But the AMD FX-8350 processor with its 8 cores will come in handy. And the clock frequency can be raised from the standard 4 to 4.5 GHz.

Up to $200

The best performance in this category is provided by processors from Intel on the LGA1151 platform, although AMD is still trying to maintain its position. The best choice would be the Intel i5-7400. Despite its 4 cores, it supports multi-threading up to 8. It will show good performance in games and ideal in household applications. AMD Ryzen 5 attracts attention with excellent Vega video card 11.

At a slightly lower price, AMD may be more efficient in multi-threaded operations. In other words, you can take the Ryzen 5 series for games and save money. For other tasks where multithreading is not required, it is better to take a closer look at Intel.

Up to $280

For nominal work, the Intel Core i5-8600 is best suited. If you need to save a little money, then the i5-8500 is suitable. Among AMD, you can take the Ryzen 5 2600X without hesitation. This is an excellent LATEST processor from AMD that makes sense to buy (and overclock;).

For overclocking, the best choice would be the Intel Core i5-8600k processor for LGA 1151, which in this case has no competitors. The high frequency and unlocked multiplier make this “stone” ideal for gamers and overclockers. Among the processors used for overclocking, this is the one that so far shows the best price/performance/power consumption ratio.

The Core i5-5675C of the Broadwell generation carries on board the most powerful integrated graphics card Iris Pro 6200 (GT3e core) and at the same time it does not get very hot, because made using a 14nm process technology. Suitable for compact and no-compromise gaming systems.

Processors starting from $400

If we talk about the best model in this price range, it is worth highlighting the Intel Core i7-8700K for the Intel LGA 1151 platform. This percentage is the best both for use in nominal mode and for overclocking, and is also excellent for top games at high settings. at corresponding video card. Its antipode is AMD Ryzen 7 products.

If you can afford to spend more money on a “stone”, the choice here is clear - the Intel Core i7-7820X processor for LGA socket 2066. For the right price you will get fast 8 cores, but without integrated graphics. Yes, I think who takes such a hustler and thinks to work on an integrated card? AMD has a worthy competitor - this is the monster Ryzen Threadripper 1920X with 12 cores.

But the flagship Intel Core i9-7980XE with 18 cores is worth buying only for greater reliability, since, despite the significant difference in price (the flagship costs three times more), in desktop PC tasks the processor is not much ahead in terms of performance. This animal is the sole leader in this price category, both for nominal use and for overclocking.

Is it worth changing the processor?

Unlike smartphones and tablets, progress in the desktop and laptop industry has not been as noticeable. As a rule, the processor does not change for several years and works fine. Therefore, it is better to take his choice responsibly, preferably with a small margin.

So, processors from 2 or even 3 years ago are not particularly inferior to their modern brothers. The increase in performance, if we take similar prices, is on average 20%, which is almost unnoticeable in real life.

Finally, I want to give a couple more tips:

Don't go after top models with super power. If you don’t play games or work in highly demanding applications, then a powerful processor will only consume excess electricity and quickly become cheaper over time.
New products are not much faster than their predecessors, by 10-20%, and this is almost noticeable in everyday work, but they are more expensive and sometimes require replacing the motherboard for installation.
When choosing a powerful processor, consider that your power supply has enough power based on the power consumption of the “stone” and the entire system unit as a whole!

The central processor is the heart of the computer and the speed of computing operations depends on it. But the speed of work depends not only on it. If other components are slow, such as a hard drive, your computer will slow down even with the coolest beast!

It seems like I told you everything I wanted, now if something is not clear, ask in the comments! Only one request - do not write, like “which processor is better Intel i5-xxxx or amd fx-xx” and similar questions. All processors have long been tested and compared with each other. There are also ratings that include hundreds of models.

Alexey Vinogradov, 2013-10-06 Edited: 2018-06-15

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The processor is central device computer installation that provides information processing. It is on its operation that productivity and speed depend - most important qualities computer. Therefore, when choosing a processor, you need to pay attention to many nuances that have a special impact on the functioning of the device.

Modern laptop processors differ from each other in the frequency of cores and their number. Today, users can purchase 2- and 4-core models. This difference is one of the most significant. However, there are other differences that make each processor unique in its own way.

It is clear that for each laptop it is necessary to select a processor individually. Therefore, you need to know exactly what the laptop will be used for: games, work, study, travel, and so on.

Amd or Intel

In today's market computer equipment The most popular are processors from global manufacturers Intel and Amd, which have been competing with each other for a long time.

Intel means “mind” in English. This is the name of one of the most worthy companies in the world, which began its activities more than half a century ago and produces high-quality electronic components for computer installations. According to the latest data, Intel's market share is about 75%.

Amd is a younger company; it has been on the market since 1969. However, during its activity, it managed to establish itself as one of the largest electronic manufacturers. Its market share is just over 25 percent.

Amd and Intel have been at odds with each other for years now. Of course, processors produced by both companies have both advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, it is quite difficult to determine whose electronics are better. It all depends on the purpose for which the laptop is purchased, as well as what its cost is.

It is worth noting that laptop processors are significantly different from desktop computer processors. Therefore, when analyzing information about these devices, it is worth remembering this difference.

How to identify an undoubted leader, and is it possible to do this at all? To do this, you need to use certain criteria, namely:

cost of the device;
Energy consumption;
efficiency;
heatability.

If you ask the question: “Which processor is more powerful?”, then it is quite difficult to answer it unequivocally. However, if we compare Amd and Intel, then, of course, the performance advantage will be on the side of the latter. Although, if you pay attention to the cost, then Amd will be the leader here, which is practically not inferior in quality to its competitor.

Amd primarily works with complex computing processor devices associated with multimedia applications. Intel, compared to its main competitor, is optimized for simpler designs, although it has many advantages in other components.

In addition, Intel's operating efficiency is several times higher, but its cost-to-cost ratio is 15% lower than that of Amd. It would seem that Intel still has more advantages, however, after analyzing the work of Amd, this cannot be said for sure. Despite the fact that the second company is younger and less powerful, its processors do an excellent job of processing multimedia content and are much cheaper for the user than the competitor’s products.

Choosing a processor for office work

For an office laptop, high power and super-performance are not the main qualities. A simple single-core device can be used here. But which processor should you prefer?

The answer to this question is quite simple - it all depends on the needs of the user. However, it is worth paying attention to the main aspects:

low cost;
efficiency of work with office programs and applications for Internet access.

To some extent, Amd has advantages here, since their price is much lower, and the power, which, although lower than Intel, will be enough to do office work.

If a consumer still wants to have a more powerful processor and agrees to pay several thousand more for it, then, of course, preference should be given to the Intel device.

Processor for the game

To run modern computer games or to solve serious computing problems, it is best for the user to choose something more compelling. When choosing a processor for using gaming applications, you first need to pay attention to the video card. If a gamer wants to buy a laptop with a powerful graphics card, then the following Intel processors are best suited for him:

Core i7-4770;
Core i5-3570;
Core i5-4670;
Core i7-3820 and so on.

It is worth noting that the gaming performance of Intel processor devices is much higher than that of other similar ones. In addition, they do an excellent job with RAM.

When manufacturing processors for games, Amd focused on graphics and multimedia applications. Therefore, the processor devices of this company are very convenient for those who like to play computer games. However, it is worth noting that such models heat up faster and, accordingly, consume more energy. And this is a significant drawback.

Therefore, it would still be preferable to choose an Intel processor, despite the fact that its cost is an order of magnitude higher than Amd. In the end, it all depends on how much the user is willing to spend Money to purchase a laptop computer.

Price comparison

When choosing a laptop, most consumers first pay attention to its cost, rather than its technical characteristics. In this case, Amd products will come in handy more than ever.

As already mentioned, the price of an Amd processor device is several times lower than the cost of its main competitor. For example, the most popular Amd processor, the A10, can be purchased for an average of 4,500 rubles, and Intel’s Core i7 costs from 9 to 16 thousand rubles.

Therefore, the cost of Amd products is a huge advantage, thanks to which the company has gained enormous popularity among users not only in Russia, but also in the CIS countries. After all, it is known that the Russian mentality is programmed, first of all, to save financial resources.

Which processor is better for a laptop?

For more than 50 years, processor manufacturer Intel has been the undisputed favorite when it comes to making laptop processors. Its main competitor, Amd, was able to take a more or less stable position only after the Trinity line of processors was produced, supporting Dual Graphics technologies. This made it possible to increase work efficiency graphics system. And at a low cost, such processors are quite attractive.

Therefore, less expensive laptops based on Amd Trinity processors are quite popular because they have powerful graphics. Intel processors of the same price range are significantly inferior in this regard.

But if we talk about top models, then the situation is completely different. It’s not even worth comparing the processors of the named competing companies. After all, having quite low prices, Amd processor devices are inferior to Intel in all other respects. For example, the top-end graphics card of an Intel processor has no equal.

Each user is free to choose the processor of the required modification. However, if you still want to find a quality, but inexpensive laptop, then it is best to use Amd devices (the A4 4300M processor has great advantages in this case). It will allow you to use all basic office applications, provide the ease of modern games, and provide the opportunity to watch videos and photos in excellent quality.

But if the user agrees to pay a considerable amount for a laptop, then, of course, it is better to give preference Intel devices, which are not one level higher than Amd. When using them, you can get all the same office applications, photos and videos. However, the level will undoubtedly be much higher.

Hello everyone, friends! Today the topic of the article will concern such a part of the computer as the processor. When choosing a PC, beginners often face the question: which processor is better to choose Intel or AMD? Usually, everything comes down to financial resources, but there are some nuances that every user needs to know about when choosing a computer. Let's find out which is better, Intel or AMD.

It's almost 2017, friends! Happy New Year everyone! Surely many are thinking about upgrading their car for the holidays or buying for the first time a normal one with a good processor, video card, power supply, RAM, etc. Choosing a processor is an important step when purchasing a computer, so you must decide for yourself one hundred percent correctly according to your needs. There are two mega-leaders in the processor industry - Advanced Micro Devices, which produces AMD microprocessors, and Intel Corporation, which produces Intel microprocessors, respectively. The competition between these giants is colossal, however, they are on par with each other.

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Each processor has its own advantages and disadvantages. Let's look at the main ones.

Pros and cons of Intel and AMD processors

Processors from Intel

Positive sides:

Negative sides:

Processors from AMD
Positive sides:
- since 2008, most AMD processors can squeeze out gains of up to 20% when overclocked,
- it is possible to change the voltage in each of the processor cores,
- every user can purchase a product from AMD due to its affordable price,
- excellent price-quality ratio,
- when working in two or more powerful programs, there is no significant decline in performance,
- when replacing a processor from this manufacturer with a new one, there is no need to change the motherboard.

Negative sides:

As you can see, friends, each processor has its own advantages and disadvantages, which compensate for each other and as a result, it is really difficult to say in general which one is better. For an ordinary user, the needs are the same, but for a gamer they are completely different, so in one situation it will be better to choose a processor from AMD, in another - Intel. I think now you will choose the right processor for yourself.

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The debate over which processor is better - AMD or Intel - has been going on for more than a decade. It would seem that the current state of affairs on the market eloquently indicates that the victory in the “cold war” between the brands of two North American countries was won by a company from the United States, that is, Intel. The company now occupies more than half of the global processor market in all segments. Canadian AMD almost ranks among the “third world” of chip manufacturers, based on revenue indicators. But in terms of technology, the “northerners” are in no way, as most experts believe, and have never been fundamentally inferior to their counterparts from the “south.” And today it is impossible to say unequivocally which company holds the leadership in terms of its “know-how”. Which processor is better - AMD or Intel? By what criteria are chips from the USA superior to similar solutions from Canada and vice versa?

Strengths of Intel processors

Many IT specialists consider solutions from the American brand to be ideal for working in single-tasking mode - when only one thing is running active application(or game). When a user operates a PC in a “single window” format, if you will.

In addition, a number of experts agree that the world's leading software manufacturers adapt their products primarily for Intel processors. Which is no wonder due to the current market positions of the Americans. As they say, a purely “democratic” principle: “software” is written for the “ruling” majority. It, as marketers' reports indicate, uses American chips.

Another undeniable advantage of Intel processors is their relatively low power consumption. This, according to some experts, is a direct consequence of better compatibility with games and applications. The processor does not have to work too hard to accurately process all the necessary data streams. As a result, the chips do not heat up so much and therefore do not require the installation of expensive cooling systems.

Overclocking factor

For many years, users, when choosing which processor to buy - AMD or Intel, kept in mind a rather significant criterion - the “overclockability” of the chips. Many experts agree that historically it was the Canadian company that was more loyal to “overclockers” who dreamed of setting sky-high frequencies on their chips - just to work faster. A significant percentage, if not the majority, of Intel processors overclocked very poorly. Just a few years ago, according to this criterion, we would have had the right to give microcircuits from Americans a fat minus. But today we’ll put a plus. An increasing number of experts agree: Intel processors can overclock superbly. Especially those that come in lines with the letter K.

Among other advantages of Intel processors is fast interaction with RAM modules. In addition, their own memory, which is the “cache”, usually works for more high frequency than the one found on similar chips from AMD.

Cons of Intel processors

When figuring out which is better - AMD or Intel, you should, of course, refrain from an excessive flow of praise for either brand. And therefore now about the shortcomings of the “Americans”.

The most important disadvantage of chips from Intel that experts and many users note is that installing a processor of a new line, as a rule, requires replacing the socket (the connector where the chip is connected). This means that you need to change the motherboard (and sometimes other hardware components with it). These are, first of all, additional financial costs.

The next disadvantage is not difficult to “calculate”, remembering one of the above-mentioned advantages in the form of fast work in single-tasking mode. It is logical to assume, and experts say the same thing: Intel processors do not cope effectively with work if several applications are running simultaneously (we are, of course, talking about “demanding” programs, games, photo and video editors, etc.).

Price factor

Intel processors, when compared with solutions in the same class as AMD, are, as many experts believe, more expensive. Not significantly, of course, but on average by 15-17 percent. If we take a purely financial criterion, then the choice between which processor to buy - Intel Core i3 or AMD FX, may be difficult. These two classmate chips cost approximately the same. But if we compare the “giants” - Intel Xeon MP and AMD Opteron Dual Core, then American microcircuits in most modifications comparable in class are likely to be significantly more expensive. And therefore, many experts consider the price of Intel processors to be a disadvantage.

Advantages of AMD chips

Having praised and criticized processors from Intel, let's try to summarize the pros and cons of the “Canadians”. First, about the advantages of AMD processors. Having said that Intel prices are higher, we will automatically write down the fact that AMD chips are cheaper as a plus. Same with multiplatform. To install an AMD chip from the new line, in most cases you do not need to change the motherboard. The socket will most likely be the same.

Another advantage of AMD processors can be easily guessed from the fact that Intel does not cope with multitasking very effectively. According to most experts, Canadian microcircuits behave very well when simultaneously running several demanding applications.

AMD processors, although this is no longer a clear competitive advantage, traditionally have good overclockability. Especially in lines like FX. Let's write it down as a plus.

Cons of AMD processors

For many users who are deciding which processor is better - AMD or Intel, the argument in favor of the second is the fact that the first gets quite hot. And therefore, it often requires the installation of an expensive cooler (remember that we said above that there is no need to do this when using chips from Intel).

In principle, the disadvantages of AMD chips are also easy to guess based on the advantages of their American competitors. This is higher power consumption, not so much high speed data exchange with RAM, compatibility with games and applications from the world's leading developers is slightly worse.

Based on the advantages and disadvantages of the “Canadians” and “Americans” listed above, what preliminary conclusions can we draw (referring, of course, to the opinion of experts)? If we are talking about which processor to choose - AMD or Intel - for games, then the first one is highly likely to be more suitable. Simply because gamers love, firstly, to get carried away with “overclocking”, and secondly, to “upgrade” their PCs (install more powerful processors as they are launched on the market). In terms of the first component, AMD is at least not inferior. In terms of the second, it is superior. So how to put new processor AMD will most likely be simpler than Intel, based on the lack of need to change the motherboard.

What is the best processor for a laptop?

If a user is deciding which processor to prefer, AMD or Intel, for a laptop, what should he pay attention to first (besides Intel's undivided sales leadership in this segment as well)? First of all, the fact that chips such as AMD Trinity types A4 and A6, according to many experts, are ahead of competitive solutions from Intel in terms of graphics processing (at a low cost compared to similar chips from Intel). But this is only on the level budget models laptops.

If we are talking about average and “premium” price segments, then determining which is more powerful - the “mobile” Intel i5 or AMD, for example A10, is much more difficult. Some experts give preference to the Americans, others - to their Canadian counterparts. The first arguments are energy saving, which is very important for laptops, since one of the main criteria for their functionality is autonomous operation. AMD supporters, in turn, say that the solutions of the Canadian brand ideally implement the transfer of certain types of modules from the motherboard (such as, for example, the graphics subsystem) to the processor architecture.

AMD and Intel: history of relationships

First, some historical facts. The American company Intel appeared in 1968, the Canadian AMD a little later - in 1969. The confrontation between brands, which has been relevant for the last decade and a half, as noted by many experts interested in the history of the IT market, did not begin immediately. At first, the Canadians simply copied the flagship American product - the 8080 processor, releasing it under the AM 9080 brand. Their first independent development was the AM 2900 chip.

Pentium and its competitors

Intel, of course, was conquering the market at a rapid pace, offering consumers a wide range of processors with different prices and performance. In the 90s, the Pentiums, which later became legendary, appeared. However, their undivided leadership was prevented by processors like K6 from AMD, which, according to experts, were in no way inferior to solutions from the Americans. Gradually, more and more new brands of chips from Canadians were introduced to the market - Athlon, Duron, Sempron. Their competition with Intel chips was very high. Users kept asking themselves the question: “Should I install an Intel Pentium or an AMD Athlon on my computer?” Many who decided to choose the second option did not regret it.

Intel is the sales leader

More or less equal competition between solutions from Intel and AMD continued until the mid-2000s. The Canadian company's market share either approached or moved away from that of its competing US corporation. It is worth noting, of course, that there was no period when AMD overtook Intel in terms of global sales.

In the mid-2000s, Americans began to consolidate their leadership in sales even more confidently. But the question of Intel's technological superiority remains open. And therefore, the expert community does not have a clear opinion as to which processor is better - AMD or Intel, despite the difference in financial indicators between companies.

Intel and AMD: platform comparison

Many experts believe that the level AMD technologies in some lines and classes of devices it was even ahead of Intel - this was in the late 90s and early 2000s. A more or less equal confrontation took place until the end of the 2000s, while solutions such as AMD Athlon in the K8 and K10 architectures and Intel chips in the Core 2 Duo and Quad models “fought” among themselves in the global sales arena. Users of those years sometimes did not have at their disposal objective criteria that allowed them to decide which chip - AMD processor or Intel Core 2 Duo - to choose.

Intel Technological Breakthrough

However, in 2008, the Americans developed chips running on the unique Nehalem architecture, which made it possible to produce chips such as Core i5 and i7. These processors, in the production of which technology was also involved Sandy Bridge, according to experts, played a decisive role in shifting AMD’s position in the segments of similar chips.

The Americans, having created a significant technological foundation, continued to surprise the market. Processors made at even higher standards have gone on sale. new platform- Ivy Bridge. Their performance caused exceptional delight among IT market experts. What has the Canadian corporation been doing all this time? Nothing special, experts say. All they did was refine the K10 platform, which was certainly good, but in many ways inferior in terms of manufacturability to Intel chips.

AMD's attempt at revenge

AMD, according to some experts, had a chance to catch up with competitors by introducing chips to the market on the promising Bulldozer platform. However, in practice, the product turned out to be very ambiguous, according to experts. By most criteria, it loses to solutions based on the Ivy Bridge architecture from the Americans. Therefore, for many experts, the answer to the question of which is better - AMD or Intel, based on the comparative characteristics of the two platforms, was unambiguous. The American solution in this case outperformed the product from the Canadian brand.

At the same time, experts note, processors based on Bulldozer, as well as their improved modifications on the Vishera platform, show excellent performance in multitasking mode. That is, one of AMD’s traditional competitive advantages, as can be seen in the example of such chips, is preserved.

Criterion of goals and objectives

Experts recommend that if the user is in doubt about whether to choose Intel or AMD, look at the types of tasks that will be performed on the PC. For games, as we said above, solutions from “Canadians” are at least perfectly suitable, and, quite likely, they will look more advantageous than American ones. If we are talking about home PCs on which games will be launched infrequently, then most likely optimal solutions There will also be chips from AMD. Mainly due to their relatively low price when it comes to processors such as Trinity and LLano. For office PCs, in turn, it may be more optimal suitable processors Pentium G types that cope well with resource-intensive tasks within a single thread. If the user is interested in high technology and ideal performance, and price is a secondary factor, then it makes sense for him to pay attention to expensive solutions based on chips such as Intel Core i7 with index 3970. This processor guarantees stable and fast work with all types of games and applications.

Just recently, the issue of competition between Intel and AMD processors was very actively discussed by those interested: gamers and overclockers were ready to defend their preferences in online wars; all lines of processors from both manufacturers were run on test benches. Today, with the development of the mobile electronics segment, in which both Intel and AMD processors are represented very poorly, the relevance of comparison is a thing of the past. However, you can still hear advice on choosing one manufacturer or another, sometimes completely categorical. The user who purchases the system as an assembly or carries out an upgrade on his own still does not know what to give preference to. While the differences between Intel and AMD processors are far from obvious, knowing the main points of comparison can help optimize your system.

Definition of Intel and AMD processors
Comparison of Intel and AMD processors
Difference between Intel processors and AMD processors

Definition of Intel and AMD processors

Intel processors– microprocessors produced by the American corporation Intel, used in portable and stationary personal computers. Today they occupy about 80% of the market; several lines are considered relevant, models of which demonstrate varying degrees of performance.

AMD processors– microprocessors produced by the American corporation Advanced Micro Devices. Used in stationary and portable systems. AMD does not produce components on its own, but only develops and orders from third-party manufacturers. Today, the market share of AMD processors is about 20%.

Comparison of Intel and AMD processors

What is the difference between Intel and AMD processors? The system-forming difference between Intel and AMD processors is the sockets, or connectors, into which they are installed. In this case, there is no compromise cross-platform and there cannot be, so for a certain motherboard with a given set of characteristics there is no choice between manufacturers. Today, sockets AM3, AM3+, as well as sockets for processors with an integrated graphics core FM1 and FM2 are relevant for AMD. Intel today offers processors for LGA 1155/1156 and LGA 2011 sockets. If processors for AM3+ are compatible with AM3, then LGA does not imply the possibility of replacement. It is worth noting that the relevance is very relative, since it concerns only the sale of relevant components in Russian stores, not production.

The many models of processor lines from both manufacturers with very different characteristics do not allow us to compare Intel and AMD in terms of the performance of their products. IN budget segment, presented today by processors with integrated graphics (also considered as a solution for mobile systems), AMD with the Trinity line turns out to be cheaper (for the same clock speeds) than the younger generation of Sandy Bridge from Intel. Refusal of a discrete video card - real way save on office and home systems that do not run resource-intensive applications. If the cost criterion is not the main one, then Sandy Bridge has a slight advantage in performance, primarily due to the larger volume of the third level cache. The next generation of Ivy Bridge already surpasses Trinity in terms of processing power, even when comparing dual-core and quad-core models, respectively. Graphics cores hybrid processors are more powerful from AMD, so for a budget gaming system we can recommend Trinity or the cheapest Llano.

If the user plans to set serious tasks for his system, for example, video processing, then processors AMD Vishera(FX), thanks to optimized work with multiple threads, even beats the top Core i7 in tests. The cost difference is about $130, so the benefit to AMD's offering is obvious.

As for power consumption, which can be a serious selection criterion for an overclocker, the AMD line of processors cannot boast of savings: even mobile Trinity produces an immodest 65 W.

Difference between Intel processors and AMD processors

AMD processors, except for APUs, are compatible with AM3 and AM3+ sockets; Intel processors require installation in one type of LGA socket.
AMD processors are cheaper while maintaining basic technical characteristics.
Intel processors show higher computing performance in tests
The graphics cores of AMD hybrid processors are more powerful.
AMD's next generation (FX) processors are optimized for multi-threading.
Intel processors are more energy efficient.

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