A12-9800E

Details and Benchmarks for AMD A12-9800E

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for A12-9800E based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,591 Rank: 1198
Rank Name Score Visual
1194 Pentium G2130 4,598
+0.2%
1195 Core M3-7Y30 4,597
+0.1%
1196 Xeon D-1602 4,595
+0.1%
1197 Core i5-2510E 4,595
+0.1%
1198 A12-9800E 4,591
1199 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,588
-0.1%
1200 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,587
-0.1%
1201 Pentium Silver N6005 4,587
-0.1%
1202 Xeon X5470 4,586
-0.1%
1203 Pentium G3220 4,586
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for A12-9800E based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,494 Rank: 1238
Rank Name Score Visual
1234 Intel Core i7-720QM 4,496
+0%
1235 Core i5-4258U 4,495
+0%
1236 Pentium J4205 4,494
+0%
1237 Core i5-3470T 4,494
+0%
1238 A12-9800E 4,494
1239 A10-6700 4,494
+0%
1240 Phenom II X6 1035T 4,494
+0%
1241 Core i7-960 4,494
+0%
1242 Core i7-3520M 4,493
+-0%
1243 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,491
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for A12-9800E based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,656 Rank: 1174
Rank Name Score Visual
1170 Core i5 760 4,662
+0.1%
1171 A10-9700E 4,660
+0.1%
1172 Core i5 M 450 4,659
+0.1%
1173 Xeon X3460 4,658
+0%
1174 A12-9800E 4,656
1175 Xeon X5677 4,652
-0.1%
1176 Xeon X5660 4,650
-0.1%
1177 Core i3-2105 4,650
-0.1%
1178 Xeon D-1577 4,647
-0.2%
1179 Core i7 860 4,647
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for A12-9800E based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,579 Rank: 1035
Rank Name Score Visual
1031 A10 PRO-7800B 4,580
+0%
1032 Core i7-7660U 4,579
+0%
1033 Core i7-7560U 4,579
+0%
1034 Atom C3958 4,579
+0%
1035 A12-9800E 4,579
1036 A8-7600 4,579
+0%
1037 A10-7800 4,579
+0%
1038 Xeon E5450 4,579
+0%
1039 Pentium Gold G5420 4,578
+-0%
1040 A10-7860K 4,578
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for A12-9800E based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,545 Rank: 1077
Rank Name Score Visual
1073 Pentium Silver J5040 4,546
+0%
1074 Core i5-6287U 4,545
+0%
1075 Core i3-10110U 4,545
+0%
1076 A10-6800K 4,545
+0%
1077 A12-9800E 4,545
1078 Phenom II X4 B97 4,545
+0%
1079 Core i3-7100T 4,544
+-0%
1080 Core i3-4160 4,544
+-0%
1081 Phenom II X4 B50 4,544
+-0%
1082 Phenom II X4 840 4,544
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for A12-9800E based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,539 Rank: 1161
Rank Name Score Visual
1157 Athlon Gold 3150U 4,540
+0%
1158 Pentium G4560T 4,539
+0%
1159 Core i7-7Y75 4,539
+0%
1160 Core i3-3210 4,539
+0%
1161 A12-9800E 4,539
1162 Core i5-4258U 4,539
+0%
1163 Core i5-4300U 4,539
+0%
1164 Core i5-5250U 4,539
+0%
1165 Xeon E3-1220L v2 4,539
+0%
1166 A10 PRO-7850B 4,539
+0%

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A12-9800E Details

The AMD A12-9800E, launched in 2017 as part of the Bristol Ridge lineup, represents a niche offering in the desktop processor market, designed for budget-conscious users seeking integrated graphics without the need for a discrete GPU. While its 22 nm manufacturing process and 53 W TDP place it firmly in the older generation of processors, it still holds relevance for basic computing tasks and entry-level systems. Built on the Bristol Ridge architecture and using the FCLGA1150 socket, the A12-9800E features a dual-core design with a base clock of 3.2 GHz and no turbo boost capability, reflecting its focus on efficiency over raw performance. Despite its age, the processor supports modern technologies such as AVX2, AES-NI, and virtualization via AMD-V, making it capable of handling lightweight productivity and multimedia workloads.

The A12-9800E’s integrated Radeon R7 graphics solution, with a max frequency of 1.15 GHz and support for up to three displays, provides a modest but functional graphics experience suitable for office applications, web browsing, and standard-definition video playback. With 2 MB of L2 cache and dual-channel DDR3-1600 memory support, the chip offers reasonable memory bandwidth at 25.6 GB/s, although it falls short of modern standards. The lack of Simultaneous Multithreading and a locked multiplier limits its flexibility and overclocking potential, reinforcing its position as a fixed, entry-level solution.

In benchmark testing, the A12-9800E achieves an Overall Score of 4591, placing it at #1198 among 2060 processors, with a Singlecore Score of 4656 (#1174) and a Multicore Score of 4494 (#1236). These results show it outperforms many older and lower-tier CPUs, such as the Core i7-3520M and Athlon II X4 651, but trails behind more recent quad-core and higher-frequency processors. Its single-core performance is particularly competitive, ranking just behind several Core i5 and i7 models from Intel’s mid-2010s lineup, while its multicore performance reflects the limitations of its dual-core design. The processor’s performance places it well below the current top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, highlighting the significant advancements in multi-core computing over the past decade.

Given its age and modest performance, the A12-9800E is best suited for light-duty desktop use, including general office applications, media playback, and basic programming tasks. It is not ideal for gaming, content creation, or heavy multitasking, where modern processors with higher core counts and faster memory support are essential. As of March 2026, the A12-9800E remains a relic of a bygone era in desktop computing, serving primarily as a cost-effective option for legacy systems or low-power builds where integrated graphics and power efficiency are prioritized over performance.
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AMD A12-9800E

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: A12-9800E
Model Number: G3420
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 31x (unlocked)
Core Name: Bristol Ridge
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 53 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 124.928 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: Up to 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1150 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 246 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT SSE4a FMA4 AMD-V TSX Flex Memory FMA 3DNow! TBM XOP
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