AMD A12-9800
About processor
The AMD A12-9800 processor is a solid choice for a budget-friendly desktop CPU. With a code name of Bristol Ridge and built on 28nm technology, this processor offers good performance and power efficiency. With four cores and four threads, it provides smooth multitasking capabilities and can handle everyday computing tasks with ease.
One of the standout features of this processor is its integrated Radeon R7 graphics, which eliminates the need for a discrete graphics card for light gaming and multimedia tasks. This makes it an attractive option for casual gamers and media enthusiasts on a budget.
With a TDP of 65W, the A12-9800 strikes a good balance between performance and energy efficiency, making it suitable for a wide range of desktop configurations.
In terms of benchmark performance, the A12-9800 scores well on Geekbench 6, with a single-core score of 635 and a multi-core score of 1445, showcasing its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads effectively.
Overall, the AMD A12-9800 processor offers good value for money and is a solid choice for budget-conscious users looking for a reliable and capable CPU for their desktop setup.
Basic
Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
July 2017
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.
A12-9800
Code Name
Bristol Ridge
Generation
A12 (Bristol Ridge)
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
3.8 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 4.2 GHz
L1 Cache
320 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
38.0x
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket AM4
Multiplier Unlocked
No
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, 8 Lanes (CPU only)
Transistors
3,100 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.
DDR4
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.
Radeon R7
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
635
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
1445
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
540
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
1439
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1659
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
3567
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