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CPU lineage |
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AMD A8-3870K or AMD A8-3870K – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD A8-3870K features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently. It was released in Q4/2011 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD A series. To use the AMD A8-3870K, you'll need a motherboard with a FM1 socket. The AMD RX-418GD features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently. It was released in Q4/2015 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD R series. To use the AMD RX-418GD, you'll need a motherboard with a FP4 socket. |
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AMD A | Family | AMD R |
Desktop / Server | Segment | Mobile |
AMD A8-3870K | Name | AMD RX-418GD |
AMD A8-3000 | Group | AMD RX 1st Gen. |
1 | Generation | 1 |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The AMD A8-3870K has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD A8-3870K is 3.1 GHz The AMD RX-418GD has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD RX-418GD is 1.8 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.2 GHz. |
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normal | Core architecture | normal |
4x | Cores | 4x |
No | Hyperthreading | No |
3.1 GHz | Frequency | 1.8 GHz |
Yes | Overclocking | No |
4 | Threads | 4 |
None | None | 3.2 GHz |
4 | CPU Cores | 4 |
Internal Graphics |
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The AMD A8-3870K has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD A8-3870K uses the AMD Radeon HD 6550D, which has 400 texture shaders and 5 execution units. The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die. The AMD RX-418GD has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short. Specifically, the AMD RX-418GD uses the AMD Radeon R6 (Merlin Falcon), which has 384 texture shaders and 6 execution units. |
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-- | GPU (Turbo) | -- |
Q2/2011 | Release date | 2015 |
5 | Execution units | 6 |
11 | Direct X | 12 |
-- | Max. displays | -- |
400 | Shaders | 384 |
AMD Radeon HD 6550D | GPU name | AMD Radeon R6 (Merlin Falcon) |
0.6 GHz | GPU frequency | 0.8 GHz |
1.0 GB | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
3 | Generation | 3 |
32 nm | Technology | 28 nm |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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-- | AI specifications | -- |
-- | AI hardware | -- |
Hardware codec support |
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A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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No | VP8 | No |
No | VP9 | No |
Decode | AVC | Decode |
Decode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | JPEG | Decode / Encode |
Decode | VC-1 | Decode |
No | AV1 | No |
No | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | No |
No | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | No |
Memory & PCIe |
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No | AES-NI | Yes |
0 bytes | Max. Memory | 0 bytes |
-- | Bandwidth | -- |
DDR3-1600 | Memory type | DDR3-2133, DDR4-2400 |
pci | PCIe | pci |
2 | Memory channels | 2 |
No | ECC | Yes |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 100 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 W watts. |
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None | TDP down | 12 W |
100 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 35 W |
-- | Tjunction max | 90 °C |
Technical details |
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The AMD A8-3870K is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The AMD RX-418GD is manufactured using a 28 nm process. |
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Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
Q4/2011 | Release date | Q4/2015 |
FM1 | Socket | FP4 |
0 bytes | L2-Cache | 2.0 MB |
4.0 MB | L3-Cache | 0 bytes |
Windows 10, Linux | Operating systems | |
x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
-- | Part Number | RE418GAAY43KA |
Llano (K10) | Architecture | Merlin Falcon (Excavator) |
AMD-V | Virtualization | AMD-V, AMD-Vt |
80 $ | Release price | -- |
SSE3, SSE4a | ISA extensions | SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4 |
-- | Chip design | -- |
32 nm | Technology | 28 nm |