A8-6600K

Details and Benchmarks for AMD A8-6600K

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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 A8-6600K based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,394 Rank: 1408
Rank Name Score Visual
1404 Core M-5Y10 4,399
+0.1%
1405 Core i5-650 4,399
+0.1%
1406 Xeon L5638 4,396
+0%
1407 Pentium G645 4,395
+0%
1408 A8-6600K 4,394
1409 Core i7-860 4,394
+0%
1410 Athlon II X4 555 4,393
+-0%
1411 A6-9500E 4,393
+-0%
1412 Phenom 9550 4,393
+-0%
1413 A8 PRO-7600B 4,391
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for A8-6600K based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,279 Rank: 1820
Rank Name Score Visual
1816 A9-9425 4,280
+0%
1817 Core 2 Duo T9300 4,280
+0%
1818 Turion II Neo N54L 4,280
+0%
1819 Celeron 2955U 4,280
+0%
1820 A8-6600K 4,279
1821 Pentium E5700 4,279
+0%
1822 Pentium N3520 4,279
+0%
1823 Xeon E5310 4,279
+0%
1824 Athlon 64 4000+ 4,279
+0%
1825 A4-3310MX 4,279
+0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for A8-6600K based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,471 Rank: 1316
Rank Name Score Visual
1312 Xeon X3430 4,474
+0.1%
1313 Core i5-3337U 4,474
+0.1%
1314 Phenom II X2 565 4,473
+0%
1315 Core M-5Y10c 4,473
+0%
1316 A8-6600K 4,471
1317 Pentium G2010 4,471
+0%
1318 Athlon X4 870K 4,470
+-0%
1319 Xeon X5570 4,469
+-0%
1320 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,469
+-0%
1321 Xeon D-1537 4,467
-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 A8-6600K based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,580 Rank: 1028
Rank Name Score Visual
1024 Core i3-6300 4,581
+0%
1025 A10-9700 4,581
+0%
1026 A8-7670K 4,581
+0%
1027 Athlon X4 950 4,581
+0%
1028 A8-6600K 4,580
1029 A10-5800K 4,580
+0%
1030 Xeon E5520 4,580
+0%
1031 A10 PRO-7800B 4,580
+0%
1032 Core i7-7660U 4,579
+-0%
1033 Core i7-7560U 4,579
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for A8-6600K based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,538 Rank: 1116
Rank Name Score Visual
1112 Athlon II X4 645 4,539
+0%
1113 Xeon E5450 4,539
+0%
1114 Core i5-L16G7 4,539
+0%
1115 Core i7-7500U 4,538
+0%
1116 A8-6600K 4,538
1117 A10-7860K 4,538
+0%
1118 A10-7800 4,538
+0%
1119 Xeon E5-2609 v2 4,538
+0%
1120 Phenom II X4 B95 4,538
+0%
1121 Core i7-7600U 4,537
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for A8-6600K based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,530 Rank: 1219
Rank Name Score Visual
1215 Core i5-2540M 4,531
+0%
1216 A10-5800K 4,531
+0%
1217 PRO A8-8650B 4,531
+0%
1218 A10-6700 4,530
+0%
1219 A8-6600K 4,530
1220 Core i5-4200U 4,530
+0%
1221 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,530
+0%
1222 Core m7-6Y75 4,529
+-0%
1223 Core m5-6Y54 4,529
+-0%
1224 Core i7-2655LE 4,529
+-0%

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A8-6600K Details

For users seeking a budget-friendly desktop solution with integrated graphics, the AMD A8-6600K offers a compelling entry point, though its capabilities are now firmly rooted in the past. Launched in June 2013, this processor is a product of AMD's Richland architecture, built on a 32 nm process node by GlobalFoundries. While its 45 nm fabrication process is noted in the data, the actual production was on a 32 nm node, a detail consistent with the era's transition in manufacturing. With a 65 W TDP and a socket FM2+ interface, the A8-6600K was designed for mainstream desktops, providing a balance of performance and power efficiency for its time.

The A8-6600K features four cores with a base clock of 3.9 GHz, capable of boosting to 4.2 GHz under load, making it a capable performer for general computing and light multimedia tasks. It includes 4 MB of L2 cache and supports DDR3 memory up to 1866 MT/s in a dual-channel configuration, enabling a maximum memory bandwidth of 29.9 GB/s. The processor supports up to 144 GB of system memory and integrates the Radeon HD 8570D GPU, which operates at 350 MHz with a maximum frequency of 1100 MHz, supporting up to three displays and offering basic graphics performance suitable for casual gaming and HD video playback.

Despite its age, the A8-6600K holds its own in certain benchmarks, particularly in single-core performance. It achieves a Singlecore Score of 4471, ranking it #1316 among 2060 processors, placing it ahead of notable competitors like the Core i5-3337U and the Xeon X3430. However, its multicore performance, with a score of 4279 and a rank of #1820, shows it is significantly outpaced by modern processors. The overall score of 4394 places it at #1408, indicating a processor that, while once competitive, now struggles against even mid-tier CPUs.

In the broader context of modern computing, the A8-6600K is best suited for legacy systems, light office work, or as a secondary processor in a multi-PC environment. Its integrated graphics are sufficient for basic tasks but fall short of contemporary standards. As of March 2026, the processor's relevance is limited to niche use cases where cost, power consumption, or system compatibility are more critical than raw performance. For users requiring modern features like AVX-512, DDR5 memory, or PCIe 4.0/5.0, the A8-6600K is no longer a viable option.
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AMD A8-6600K

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: A8-6600K
Model Number: E5540
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2530 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 39x (unlocked)
Core Name: Richland
Socket: FCLGA1366
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 2
TDP: 80 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 124.928 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 800/1066
Memory Channels: 3
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: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Die Area: 246 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 FMA3 AES CLMUL 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 PowerNow!

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