AMD Athlon X4 730

AMD Athlon X4 730

About processor

The AMD Athlon X4 730 is a solid budget processor for desktop computers. With its 4 cores and 4 threads, it offers decent multitasking capabilities for everyday use. The 32 nm technology and 65 W TDP make it an energy-efficient option for those looking to build a system that doesn't consume too much power. In terms of performance, the Geekbench 6 scores are respectable for a budget processor. Its single-core score of 452 and multi-core score of 949 demonstrate its ability to handle everyday tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and light content creation. While it may not be the best option for gaming or heavy productivity tasks, the Athlon X4 730 is a reliable choice for those on a budget. Its affordability and decent performance make it a good option for casual users or as a base for a budget-friendly build. Overall, the AMD Athlon X4 730 is a reliable processor for everyday use. Its combination of decent performance, energy efficiency, and affordability makes it a solid choice for budget-conscious consumers looking to build or upgrade their desktop PC.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
October 2012
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 730
Code Name
Trinity
Generation
Athlon (Trinity)

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
2.8 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 3.2 GHz
L1 Cache
192 KB
L2 Cache
4 MB (shared)
Multiplier
28.0x
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 FM2
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
65 W
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 2
Transistors
1,303 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 6
Single Core Score
452
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
949
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
409
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1015
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
937
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
2278

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
526 +16.4%
488 +8%
419 -7.3%
386 -14.6%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
1182 +24.6%
1056 +11.3%
848 -10.6%
705 -25.7%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
451 +10.3%
432 +5.6%
371 -9.3%
342 -16.4%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1161 +14.4%
1080 +6.4%
908 -10.5%
842 -17%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1046 +11.6%
997 +6.4%
838 -10.6%
732 -21.9%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
2639 +15.8%
2428 +6.6%
2100 -7.8%
1967 -13.7%