AMD A8-3520M

AMD A8-3520M

About processor

The AMD A8-3520M is a mobile processor with a code name of Llano, and it is built on a 32nm technology. With a total of 4 cores and 4 threads, this processor has a TDP of 35W, making it fairly efficient for a mobile device. Additionally, it features an integrated graphics model, the Radeon HD 6620G, which provides decent graphics performance for a mobile processor. In terms of performance, the AMD A8-3520M delivers respectable results. According to Geekbench 6, it achieves a single-core score of 257 and a multi-core score of 667. These scores indicate that the processor is capable of handling everyday tasks with ease, and it can even handle some light multi-tasking and productivity workloads. However, it may struggle with more demanding tasks such as heavy multimedia editing or gaming. Overall, the AMD A8-3520M is a solid mobile processor for everyday use. Its efficient power consumption, integrated graphics, and decent performance make it a good option for budget-friendly laptops and portable devices. While it may not be the most powerful processor on the market, it certainly offers a good balance of performance and energy efficiency for typical mobile computing needs.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Mobile
Launch Date
December 2011
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.
A8-3520M
Code Name
Llano
Generation
A8 (Llano)

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
1600 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 2.5 GHz
L1 Cache
128 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
Multiplier
16.0x
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket FS1
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.
32 nm
TDP
35 W
Transistors
1,178 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.
Radeon HD 6620G

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
257
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
667
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
284
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
781
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
845
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
1448

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
357 +38.9%
313 +21.8%
257
180 -30%
32 -87.5%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
927 +39%
782 +17.2%
667
568 -14.8%
464 -30.4%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
362 +27.5%
326 +14.8%
284
231 -18.7%
141 -50.4%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
922 +18.1%
847 +8.5%
781
684 -12.4%
574 -26.5%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1003 +18.7%
943 +11.6%
845
745 -11.8%
620 -26.6%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
1770 +22.2%
1613 +11.4%
1448
1314 -9.3%
1198 -17.3%