A8-3530MX

Details and Benchmarks for AMD A8-3530MX

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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 A8-3530MX based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,169 Rank: 1719
Rank Name Score Visual
1715 Core i5-2415M 4,171
+0%
1716 Celeron E3400 4,170
+0%
1717 Core 2 Duo T8300 4,170
+0%
1718 Core 2 Duo P9400 4,170
+0%
1719 A8-3530MX 4,169
1720 Core i3 550 4,168
+-0%
1721 Phenom II N850 4,168
+-0%
1722 Core 2 Duo E7200 4,168
+-0%
1723 A8-6410 4,168
+-0%
1724 Intel Core i7-840QM 4,167
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for A8-3530MX based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,410 Rank: 1433
Rank Name Score Visual
1429 Phenom II X4 820 4,413
+0.1%
1430 Core i3-7100U 4,411
+0%
1431 Xeon E5450 4,410
+0%
1432 A8-3850 4,410
+0%
1433 A8-3530MX 4,410
1434 Phenom II N930 4,410
+0%
1435 PRO A10-8750B 4,410
+0%
1436 Celeron G5900 4,410
+0%
1437 Core i5-4310U 4,408
+-0%
1438 Pentium G3250 4,407
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for A8-3530MX based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,008 Rank: 1763
Rank Name Score Visual
1759 Core 2 Duo L9600 4,013
+0.1%
1760 Core 2 Duo P7550 4,012
+0.1%
1761 A6-7310 4,011
+0.1%
1762 Celeron 3755U 4,010
+0%
1763 A8-3530MX 4,008
1764 Pentium 3556U 4,006
+-0%
1765 Core i5-4210Y 4,005
-0.1%
1766 Intel Core i5-520M 4,001
-0.2%
1767 A8-3510MX 3,996
-0.3%
1768 Xeon D-1518 3,995
-0.3%

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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 A8-3530MX based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,506 Rank: 1487
Rank Name Score Visual
1483 Celeron G1610T 4,507
+0%
1484 Core i3-2348M 4,506
+0%
1485 Athlon II X3 445 4,506
+0%
1486 Phenom II X3 720 4,506
+0%
1487 A8-3530MX 4,506
1488 Core i3-4010U 4,506
+0%
1489 Core i3-3227U 4,506
+0%
1490 Core i3-4005U 4,506
+0%
1491 Core i5-3339Y 4,506
+0%
1492 Core i5-450M 4,506
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for A8-3530MX based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,499 Rank: 1335
Rank Name Score Visual
1331 Celeron G3920 4,499
+0%
1332 Celeron N3450 4,499
+0%
1333 Celeron G3950 4,499
+0%
1334 Pentium 4417U 4,499
+0%
1335 A8-3530MX 4,499
1336 Core i5-7Y54 4,498
+-0%
1337 Core i5-2450M 4,498
+-0%
1338 Celeron G4900 4,498
+-0%
1339 Core i5-5200U 4,498
+-0%
1340 Pentium 5405U 4,498
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for A8-3530MX based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,496 Rank: 1437
Rank Name Score Visual
1433 Core i7-640M 4,497
+0%
1434 A8-5557M 4,497
+0%
1435 Pentium J4205 4,496
+0%
1436 A8-5550M 4,496
+0%
1437 A8-3530MX 4,496
1438 Core i5-3339Y 4,496
+0%
1439 Phenom II X4 910 4,496
+0%
1440 Celeron J3455 4,495
+-0%
1441 Xeon E5405 4,495
+-0%
1442 Core i7-620M 4,495
+-0%

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A8-3530MX Details

The AMD A8-3530MX, launched in June 2011, represents an early iteration of AMD's Llano platform, designed for mobile computing. Built on a 65 nm process and featuring a 228 mm² die with 1.178 billion transistors, this processor embodies the era of integrated graphics and power-efficient performance. Despite its age—now over a decade old—the A8-3530MX remains a notable example of AMD’s efforts to merge CPU and GPU capabilities into a single chip for mainstream laptops.

At the heart of the A8-3530MX are four cores based on the Llano architecture, operating at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz and capable of boosting to 2.6 GHz under load. The processor supports dual-channel DDR3 memory, with a maximum bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s and a maximum memory capacity of 16 GB. It is packaged in a µPGA form factor and uses the LGA775 socket, a legacy interface that was common in the early 2010s. With a TDP of 105 W, the A8-3530MX is relatively power-hungry by today’s standards, reflecting the design priorities of its time.

The A8-3530MX includes 0.122 MiB of L1 cache and 0.954 MiB of L2 cache per core, totaling 3.816 MiB of L2 cache across all four cores. It supports a wide range of instruction sets, including SSE, AVX2, AES, and AMD-V, enabling robust multimedia and virtualization performance. The processor also supports ECC memory, though this is limited to server-grade applications. However, the lack of simultaneous multithreading (SMT) means it does not support Hyper-Threading, limiting its ability to handle concurrent workloads efficiently.

Integrated graphics are a standout feature, with the Radeon HD 6620G GPU offering 16 execution units and a maximum frequency of 800 MHz. This GPU supports up to three display outputs and can handle basic gaming and video playback, though it falls far short of modern discrete solutions. The combination of a 65 nm process and a 105 W TDP contributes to higher power consumption, making it less suitable for ultra-portable devices.

In benchmark testing, the A8-3530MX scores 4169 in the overall Passmark benchmark, placing it at #1719 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core score of 4008 ranks it #1763, while its multicore score of 4410 places it #1431. These results indicate that while the A8-3530MX holds its own in single-threaded tasks relative to older processors, its multicore performance is modest by modern standards. It competes with mid-tier mobile CPUs from the same era, such as the Core i3-7100U and Phenom II X4 820, but is outpaced by current-generation chips.

As of March 2026, the A8-3530MX is best suited for legacy systems or basic computing tasks such as web browsing, office productivity, and media playback. Its integrated GPU and four-core design make it suitable for entry-level laptops, but its 65 nm process and high TDP limit its relevance in today’s energy-efficient market. For users seeking modern performance, newer processors from AMD and Intel offer vastly superior capabilities in both performance and power efficiency.
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AMD A8-3530MX

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: A8-3530MX
Model Number: Q6600
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 19x (locked)
Core Name: Llano
Socket: LGA775
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 105 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 124.928 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: LPDDR3 1333/1600; DDR3L/DDR3L-RS 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: x1 (6), x2 (4), x4 (3)

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 5300
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 800 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Die Area: 228 mm²
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

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