ARMOutdated for demanding workloadsMobile/Embedded

ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHz

Explore ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
3.7/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 16 cores and 16 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 5085 and a single-thread rating of 575.

CPU Mark5,085
6 samples
Single Thread575
Overall rank#2,576
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
3.7Outdated for demanding workloads

ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded processor with 16 cores and 16 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 5085 and a single-thread rating of 575.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHz is a Mobile/Embedded released in 2021. Recorded specifications include 16 cores and 16 threads, a 5,085 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 5,085 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 575 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-A72 16 Core 0 MHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 16 cores and 16 threads, a 5,085 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 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-A72 16 Core 0 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-A72 16 Core 0 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.

01MT6893Unknown5,102 points
02ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHzThis CPU5,085 points
03Hisilicon Kirin9000Unknown5,083 points
04Snapdragon 855 @ 2.84 GHzUnknown5,070 points
05Apple A12 BionicApple5,065 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Hisilicon Kirin9000Unknown2,490 points
02Apple A12 BionicApple2,006 points
03MT6893Unknown1,902 points
04Snapdragon 855 @ 2.84 GHzUnknown1,431 points
05ARM Cortex-A72 16 Core 0 MHzThis CPU575 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
43,178.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
1,373.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
3,588.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
20.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
20,809.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
55,985.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
492.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
22,297.00

Core specifications

BrandARM
CategoryMobile/Embedded
Release year2021
Socket—
Cores / threads16 / 16
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

No structured cache data.