AMD FX-8150

AMD FX-8150

About processor

The AMD FX-8150 is a powerful processor that is perfect for desktop use. With a code name of Zambezi, this 8-core, 8-thread CPU is built on a 32nm technology, and has a total L3 cache of 8MB. The TDP of 125W ensures a good balance between power consumption and performance. One of the standout features of the FX-8150 is its integrated graphics model, which is available on certain motherboards with Chipset features. This makes it a versatile choice for users who want to do some light gaming or video editing without needing a separate graphics card. In terms of performance, the FX-8150 delivers impressive results. The Geekbench 6 Single Core score is 478, while the Multi Core score is an impressive 1900. This means that the FX-8150 is more than capable of handling intensive tasks and multitasking. Overall, the AMD FX-8150 is a solid choice for users who need a high-performance processor for their desktop setup. Its 8-core design and integrated graphics make it a versatile option, and its impressive performance and power efficiency make it a great value for the price.

Basic

Label Name
AMD
Platform
Desktop
Launch Date
October 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.
FX-8150
Code Name
Zambezi
Generation
FX (Zambezi)

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).
8
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
8
Basic Frequency
3.6 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
384 KB
L2 Cache
8 MB
L3 Cache
8 MB (shared)
Bus Frequency
200 MHz
Multiplier
18.0x
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
AMD Socket AM3+
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.
32 nm
TDP
125 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
1,200 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.
On certain motherboards (Chipset feature)

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
478
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
1900
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
568
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
2620
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1433
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
5252

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
554 +15.9%
512 +7.1%
478
444 -7.1%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
2303 +21.2%
2076 +9.3%
1900
1735 -8.7%
1577 -17%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
611 +7.6%
588 +3.5%
568
552 -2.8%
531 -6.5%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
2876 +9.8%
2749 +4.9%
2620
2485 -5.2%
2338 -10.8%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1488 +3.8%
1464 +2.2%
1433
1398 -2.4%
1366 -4.7%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
5803 +10.5%
5559 +5.8%
5252
4969 -5.4%