Performance comparison: which is faster?
Ryzen 3 1200 (AMD, 2017) and AMD A10-7890K (AMD, 2016) are compared here. Compare not only scores, but also whether the motherboard can be reused and which GPU class is balanced with each CPU.
Overall performance: Ryzen 3 1200 is about 12.1% faster
The sockets differ (AM4 / FM2+), so switching requires a motherboard replacement. For games, performance balance with the GPU (guideline CPU:GPU = 0.9:1) matters more than CPU speed alone.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual speed varies by workload, cooling, and memory configuration.
| Item | Ryzen 3 1200 | A10-7890K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 6,500 | 5,800 |
| Generation | Ryzen 1000 | A-Series |
| Socket | AM4 | FM2+ |
| Release Year | 2017 | 2016 |
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Compatible GPU Example | GeForce GTX 1650 | Radeon RX 570 |
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize maximum speed for heavy work or a high-end GPU | Ryzen 3 1200 |
| Upgrade while reusing the current motherboard | Choose the CPU matching your motherboard socket |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | A10-7890K (the lower model is often sufficient) |
Ryzen 3 1200 is about 12.1% higher by score (Ryzen 3 1200: 6500 points / A10-7890K: 5800 points). For gaming, the GPU tier usually matters more than a few percent of CPU difference. For CPU-heavy work such as video editing and streaming, choose the faster CPU.
Ryzen 3 1200 is Ryzen 1000, while A10-7890K is A-Series.The sockets differ (AM4 / FM2+), so switching requires a motherboard replacement.
Using our CPU:GPU = 0.9:1 guideline, GeForce GTX 1650 pairs well with Ryzen 3 1200 and Radeon RX 570 pairs well with A10-7890K. If either GPU is too strong or too weak, one part holds the other back.
