ARMOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz

Explore ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
1.5/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 471 and a single-thread rating of 212.

CPU Mark471
89 samples
Single Thread212
Overall rank#5,393
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
1.5Outdated for demanding workloads

ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 4 cores and 4 threads. Its base clock is 1.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 471 and a single-thread rating of 212.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 4 cores and 4 threads, a 471 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 471 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 212 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 4 cores and 4 threads, a 471 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHz use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHzThis CPU471 points
02MT8765WBUnknown468 points
03MediaTek MT6737MMediaTek465 points
04Unisoc SL8541eUnknown463 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Unisoc SL8541eUnknown292 points
02MT8765WBUnknown261 points
03MediaTek MT6737MMediaTek240 points
04ARM Cortex-A53 4 Core 1512 MHzThis CPU212 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Not enough data for this comparison.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
3,598.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
136.80
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
184.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
3.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
1,396.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
9,478.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
53.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,514.00

Core specifications

BrandARM
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / 4
Base clock1.50 GHz
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.