AMD Athlon X4 850

AMD Athlon X4 850

About processor

The AMD Athlon X4 850 processor is a solid choice for budget-conscious users in need of a reliable CPU for general computing tasks. Sporting four cores and four threads, this processor provides adequate processing power for everyday use, including web browsing, casual gaming, and light productivity work. With a TDP of 65W, the Athlon X4 850 strikes a good balance between performance and power efficiency, making it suitable for use in a wide range of desktop PCs. The 28nm technology allows for decent thermal management and performance. While it may not be the most powerful or advanced CPU on the market, the Athlon X4 850 delivers competent performance for its price point. It is perfectly capable of handling common computing tasks without breaking the bank, making it a popular option for budget builds or upgrades. Overall, the AMD Athlon X4 850 processor is a solid choice for users looking for a cost-effective solution for their computing needs. Its balance of performance, power efficiency, and affordable price makes it a worthwhile option for budget desktop PC builds.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
July 2015
Model Name
?
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.
Athlon X4 850
Code Name
Godaveri
Generation
Athlon (Godaveri)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
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
3.2 GHz
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 3.9 GHz
L1 Cache
256 KB
L2 Cache
4 MB
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
32.0x
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket FM2+
Multiplier Unlocked
Yes
Technology
?
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.
28 nm
TDP
65 W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
90°C
PCI Express Version
?
PCI Express Revision is the supported version of the PCI Express standard. Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (or PCIe) is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard for attaching hardware devices to a computer. The different PCI Express versions support different data rates.
Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only)
Transistors
2,411 million

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
ECC Memory
No

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.
N/A

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
509
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1438
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1575
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
3366

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 5 Single Core
542 +6.5%
527 +3.5%
496 -2.6%
481 -5.5%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1614 +12.2%
1507 +4.8%
1365 -5.1%
1291 -10.2%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1636 +3.9%
1608 +2.1%
1549 -1.7%
1506 -4.4%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
3707 +10.1%
3206 -4.8%
3042 -9.6%