AMD A8-5557M
About processor
The AMD A8-5557M processor is a solid choice for those in need of a reliable and efficient mobile CPU. With its 4 cores and 4 threads, it offers sufficient multitasking capabilities for everyday use. The TDP of 35W ensures that it strikes a good balance between performance and power consumption, making it suitable for laptops and other portable devices.
One of the standout features of the A8-5557M is its integrated graphics model, the Radeon HD 8550G. This ensures that the processor is capable of handling light gaming and multimedia tasks without the need for a dedicated graphics card.
In terms of performance, the A8-5557M delivers respectable scores on Geekbench 6, with a single-core score of 218 and a multi-core score of 412. This indicates that it is more than capable of handling everyday computing tasks, as well as some light content creation and productivity workloads.
Overall, the AMD A8-5557M is a reliable and capable processor for mobile devices. Its balance of performance, power efficiency, and integrated graphics make it a compelling option for those in the market for a mid-range mobile CPU.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
June 2013
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.
A8-5557M
Code Name
Richland
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
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
4
Basic Frequency
2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency
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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 3.1 GHz
L1 Cache
128 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket FP2
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
35 W
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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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
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
Dual-channel
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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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 8550G
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
218
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
412
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
343
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
847
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1037
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
1801
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core