I7-2860QM offers advantages over A8-5600K in certain aspects.
I7-2860QM offers advantages over A8-5600K in certain aspects.
They mentioned your CPU was faster, but it seems the comparison might not match expectations. The i7 is a mobile processor, while the A8 is a desktop chip, which usually have different performance characteristics. Also, synthetic benchmarks can sometimes overestimate real-world usage. Double-check the test conditions and make sure the devices are properly matched for accurate results.
It looks like the approach they were using back then wasn't ideal. The chip they had was similar to the one in the i7, which was released around the same time. Plus, the i7 was significantly pricier during that period.