A8-9600

Details and Benchmarks for AMD A8-9600

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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 A8-9600 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,522 Rank: 1268
Rank Name Score Visual
1264 Xeon E5-2620 v2 4,527
+0.1%
1265 Celeron G1830 4,526
+0.1%
1266 Core i5-2300 4,523
+0%
1267 A6-9500 4,523
+0%
1268 A8-9600 4,522
1269 Phenom 9950 4,521
+-0%
1270 Phenom II X6 1075T 4,520
+-0%
1271 Core i5-4210U 4,519
-0.1%
1272 Core i5-L16G7 4,518
-0.1%
1273 Core i5-3210M 4,517
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for A8-9600 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,480 Rank: 1267
Rank Name Score Visual
1263 Core i5-4200H 4,482
+0%
1264 Pentium G3440 4,482
+0%
1265 A10-9630P 4,482
+0%
1266 Core i5-7Y54 4,480
+0%
1267 A8-9600 4,480
1268 Core i7-2635QM 4,479
+-0%
1269 A8-3870K 4,479
+-0%
1270 Phenom II X4 830 4,478
+-0%
1271 Pentium B970 4,477
-0.1%
1272 A10-7800 4,477
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for A8-9600 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,550 Rank: 1251
Rank Name Score Visual
1247 Pentium G3250T 4,555
+0.1%
1248 Xeon E5-2650L v4 4,553
+0.1%
1249 Core i7-990X 4,553
+0.1%
1250 Core i5-2500 4,550
+0%
1251 A8-9600 4,550
1252 Core i7-2675QM 4,549
+-0%
1253 A10-5800B 4,549
+-0%
1254 Core i5-3437U 4,544
-0.1%
1255 Phenom 9950 4,543
-0.2%
1256 Xeon X5670 4,543
-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 A8-9600 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,571 Rank: 1069
Rank Name Score Visual
1065 Core i3-6100 4,572
+0%
1066 Xeon X5450 4,572
+0%
1067 Core i7-860S 4,572
+0%
1068 Pentium G4600 4,571
+0%
1069 A8-9600 4,571
1070 FX-9830P 4,571
+0%
1071 Phenom II X6 1055T 4,571
+0%
1072 Core i5-7360U 4,570
+-0%
1073 Core i5-6287U 4,570
+-0%
1074 Athlon 3000G 4,570
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for A8-9600 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,539 Rank: 1110
Rank Name Score Visual
1106 Pentium Gold G5500T 4,539
+0%
1107 Core i7-6660U 4,539
+0%
1108 Core i5-7300U 4,539
+0%
1109 A10-6700 4,539
+0%
1110 A8-9600 4,539
1111 A10-9700E 4,539
+0%
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%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for A8-9600 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,535 Rank: 1193
Rank Name Score Visual
1189 Pentium G4500 4,535
+0%
1190 Core i7-2640M 4,535
+0%
1191 Core i7-2620M 4,535
+0%
1192 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,535
+0%
1193 A8-9600 4,535
1194 Core i3-2105 4,535
+0%
1195 Core i5-3210M 4,535
+0%
1196 Core i7-4650U 4,535
+0%
1197 Core i5-4210U 4,535
+0%
1198 Core i3-3240T 4,535
+0%

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A8-9600 Details

Ranking #1268 of 2060 in overall performance, the AMD A8-9600 presents a modest entry in the desktop CPU landscape, particularly when viewed through the lens of modern computing standards. With a single-core score of 4550 and a multicore score of 4480, it positions itself as a mid-tier performer in a segment where even mid-range processors today offer significantly higher capabilities. The A8-9600's performance is comparable to older Intel and AMD chips from the early 2010s, including models like the Core i7-2675QM and Phenom II X4 830, indicating that it is no longer competitive in today’s performance-driven environment.

Released in 2017, the A8-9600 is built on AMD’s Bristol Ridge architecture, a design that marked a transitional phase for AMD’s desktop lineup. Fabricated on a 22 nm process by GlobalFoundries, the chip features a 65 W TDP, which remains relatively efficient for its class. Despite its age, the A8-9600 retains a dual-channel DDR3 memory interface, supporting speeds up to 2400 MT/s, and utilizes the FCLGA2011 socket, a platform primarily associated with server and high-end workstation processors. This unusual pairing of a consumer-grade CPU with a server-oriented socket underscores the unique positioning of the A8-9600 within AMD’s product hierarchy.

The processor features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 2.1 GHz with a turbo frequency of 2.6 GHz. While the clock speeds are modest, the integrated Radeon R7 graphics engine, capable of a maximum burst frequency of 1.1 GHz, offers basic GPU performance suitable for light gaming and multimedia tasks. The integrated GPU supports up to three displays and includes 2 GB of dedicated graphics memory, which is shared with system RAM. This configuration makes the A8-9600 a viable option for budget builds or systems where discrete graphics are not required.

In terms of instruction set support, the A8-9600 includes a comprehensive array of technologies, such as AVX, AVX2, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, and AES-NI, ensuring compatibility with modern software and encryption applications. It also supports hardware virtualization via AMD-V, enabling efficient use in virtualized environments. However, the lack of Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) and a locked multiplier limits its flexibility for overclocking and high-threaded workloads.

As of March 2026, the A8-9600 remains a niche processor, primarily of interest to users with legacy systems or those seeking low-cost computing solutions. While it performs adequately for basic productivity tasks and light multimedia use, it falls far short of the performance offered by modern CPUs, even in the entry-level segment. Its most notable feature is its integrated graphics, which provides a rare combination of CPU and GPU in a single package, albeit at a significant performance trade-off. For most users, the A8-9600 serves as a reminder of a bygone era in desktop computing.
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AMD A8-9600

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: A8-9600
Model Number: E5-2620V2
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 2100 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 31x (unlocked)
Core Name: Bristol Ridge
Socket: FCLGA2011
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 800/1066/1333/1600
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 1 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 40
PCIe Configuration: x4, x8, x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4400
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 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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