A6-5400K

Details and Benchmarks for AMD A6-5400K

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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 A6-5400K based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,305 Rank: 1523
Rank Name Score Visual
1519 Core i3-2312M 4,308
+0.1%
1520 Core i5-560M 4,306
+0%
1521 Pentium B980 4,305
+0%
1522 A6-3670 4,305
+0%
1523 A6-5400K 4,305
1524 Pentium 4405U 4,304
+-0%
1525 Athlon II X4 635 4,304
+-0%
1526 Phenom II N660 4,303
+-0%
1527 Core 2 Quad Q9650 4,303
+-0%
1528 Pentium E5800 4,302
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for A6-5400K based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,299 Rank: 1755
Rank Name Score Visual
1751 Celeron J1900 4,301
+0%
1752 E2-3200 4,301
+0%
1753 Athlon 64 X2 5400+ 4,301
+0%
1754 A4-4020 4,300
+0%
1755 A6-5400K 4,299
1756 Pentium E6300 4,299
+0%
1757 Celeron N2940 4,299
+0%
1758 Pentium 3556U 4,299
+0%
1759 Athlon II X2 240e 4,299
+0%
1760 E2-6110 4,299
+0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for A6-5400K based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,309 Rank: 1479
Rank Name Score Visual
1475 Core 2 Quad Q9550 4,313
+0.1%
1476 Intel Core i7-620LM 4,312
+0.1%
1477 A8-6500B 4,311
+0%
1478 Xeon E5530 4,309
+0%
1479 A6-5400K 4,309
1480 A6-5400B 4,309
+0%
1481 Core i7-930 4,308
+-0%
1482 Celeron G550 4,307
+-0%
1483 Pentium E6700 4,307
+-0%
1484 Xeon E5620 4,304
-0.1%

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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 A6-5400K based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,503 Rank: 1512
Rank Name Score Visual
1508 Core i3-380M 4,504
+0%
1509 A8-3550MX 4,504
+0%
1510 Core i5-2557M 4,503
+0%
1511 Pentium G620 4,503
+0%
1512 A6-5400K 4,503
1513 A9-9425 4,503
+0%
1514 A9-9420 4,503
+0%
1515 Core i5-4202Y 4,503
+0%
1516 Celeron 2950M 4,503
+0%
1517 Phenom II X3 700e 4,503
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for A6-5400K based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,462 Rank: 1590
Rank Name Score Visual
1586 Core i5-4202Y 4,463
+0%
1587 A8-4555M 4,463
+0%
1588 Celeron G1610T 4,463
+0%
1589 A4-3420 4,463
+0%
1590 A6-5400K 4,462
1591 Pentium 4410Y 4,462
+0%
1592 Athlon II X2 240e 4,462
+0%
1593 Pentium 3550M 4,461
+-0%
1594 Athlon II X2 215 4,461
+-0%
1595 Pentium E5400 4,461
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for A6-5400K based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,472 Rank: 1583
Rank Name Score Visual
1579 Pentium J2900 4,473
+0%
1580 Pentium N3710 4,473
+0%
1581 Atom x5-Z8500 4,473
+0%
1582 Athlon II X2 280 4,473
+0%
1583 A6-5400K 4,472
1584 Celeron 3205U 4,472
+0%
1585 Celeron J1900 4,472
+0%
1586 Pentium N3520 4,472
+0%
1587 A4-4020 4,472
+0%
1588 Atom x7-Z8750 4,471
+-0%

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A6-5400K Details

Built on the Trinity microarchitecture and manufactured on a 32 nm process, the AMD A6-5400K is a desktop processor that was released in October 2012. Though now over a decade old, it remains notable for its integrated graphics and unlocked clock multiplier, which simplifies overclocking. Designed for the FM2 socket, the A6-5400K features a dual-core configuration with four threads, leveraging AMD's Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology to improve multitasking performance. The processor operates at a base frequency of 1.9 GHz, capable of boosting to 3.8 GHz under load, and includes 1 MB of L2 cache, with a TDP of 65 W. Despite its age, the chip supports modern memory standards such as DDR3L and DDR3 with dual-channel support, enabling memory bandwidth of up to 25.6 GB/s.

The A6-5400K integrates the Radeon HD 7540D GPU, which operates at a base frequency of 200 MHz and can reach a burst frequency of 1 GHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and provides decent graphics performance for basic tasks and light gaming. It also includes support for hardware virtualization, AVX, AVX2, and other advanced instruction sets, making it capable of handling modern software workloads despite its outdated architecture. The processor is built on a 246 mm² die, contains 1.3 billion transistors, and is fabricated by GlobalFoundries.

In benchmark testing, the A6-5400K achieves an Overall Score of 4305, ranking #1521 out of 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score is 4309, placing it at #1478, while its Multicore Score of 4299 positions it at #1755. These results place the A6-5400K behind modern CPUs but ahead of several older dual-core and low-power processors such as the Celeron J1900 and Core 2 Duo P9600. The processor's performance is most competitive in single-threaded applications, where its higher clock speed and unlocked multiplier provide a noticeable edge over its peers. However, its multicore performance is limited by its age and lack of modern architectural improvements.

As of March 2026, the A6-5400K is best suited for light office use, media playback, and basic multimedia tasks. Its integrated graphics make it a viable option for users who want to avoid a discrete GPU, and its overclocking potential allows enthusiasts to squeeze additional performance from the chip. While it cannot compete with today’s high-end processors—such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K—it still holds a place in the ecosystem for budget systems or retro builds. Its inclusion in the Passmark rankings highlights its historical significance and continued relevance in niche markets.
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AMD A6-5400K

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: A6-5400K
Model Number: i3-4030U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 1900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 36x (unlocked)
Core Name: Trinity
Socket: FCBGA1168
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 124.928 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L 1333/1600, LPDDR3 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 12
PCIe Configuration: 4x1, 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4400
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

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

CPU Features

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