AMD A8-3550MX

AMD A8-3550MX

About processor

The AMD A8-3550MX processor is a solid mobile CPU option for those looking for a balance of performance and power efficiency. With its 32nm technology, this quad-core processor offers respectable processing power while maintaining a TDP of 45W, making it suitable for use in laptops and other portable devices. The integrated Radeon HD 6620G graphics provide decent visual performance for a built-in GPU, allowing for casual gaming and multimedia consumption without the need for a dedicated graphics card. This makes it an appealing option for users who value compactness and mobility in their computing devices. The A8-3550MX's total 4 cores and 4 threads also give it a competitive edge in multitasking scenarios, allowing for smooth and seamless performance when running multiple applications simultaneously. While it may not be the most powerful processor on the market, the A8-3550MX offers a good balance of performance, power efficiency, and integrated graphics capabilities, making it a great choice for users on the go or those looking for a budget-friendly option for everyday computing tasks.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
December 2011
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
A8-3550MX
Code Name
Llano

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
4
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
2000 MHz
Max Turbo Frequency
?
Max Turbo Frequency is the maximum single-core frequency at which the processor is capable of operating using Intel® Turbo Boost Technology and, if present, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 and Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost. Frequency is typically measured in gigahertz (GHz), or billion cycles per second.
up to 2.7 GHz
L1 Cache
128 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket FS1
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
32 nm
TDP
45 W

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
Dual-channel

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
Radeon HD 6620G

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
315
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
998
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
938
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
1579

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 5 Single Core
316 +0.3%
316 +0.3%
315 -0%
315 -0%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1001 +0.3%
994 -0.4%
Passmark CPU Single Core
942 +0.4%
937 -0.1%
936 -0.2%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
1585 +0.4%
1576 -0.2%