PRO A8-8650B

Details and Benchmarks for AMD PRO A8-8650B

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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 PRO A8-8650B based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,420 Rank: 1373
Rank Name Score Visual
1369 Xeon E5540 4,422
+0%
1370 Core i5 650 4,421
+0%
1371 Pentium G3220T 4,421
+0%
1372 Xeon L5640 4,420
+0%
1373 PRO A8-8650B 4,420
1374 Intel Core i7-740QM 4,419
+-0%
1375 Athlon II X3 460 4,418
+-0%
1376 Celeron G1620 4,418
+-0%
1377 Pentium G2010 4,417
-0.1%
1378 Core i7-3540M 4,416
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for PRO A8-8650B based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,421 Rank: 1407
Rank Name Score Visual
1403 Phenom II X4 910 4,423
+0%
1404 Core i5-6200U 4,422
+0%
1405 Athlon II X2 265 4,422
+0%
1406 Phenom II X4 900e 4,421
+0%
1407 PRO A8-8650B 4,421
1408 Xeon X5687 4,420
+-0%
1409 Celeron N4100 4,419
+-0%
1410 Xeon D-1527 4,418
-0.1%
1411 Core i7-4510U 4,418
-0.1%
1412 Xeon X5460 4,418
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for PRO A8-8650B based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,419 Rank: 1375
Rank Name Score Visual
1371 Pentium G630 4,421
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1372 FX-8800P 4,420
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1373 Core i5-2540M 4,419
+0%
1374 Core i5-2435M 4,419
+0%
1375 PRO A8-8650B 4,419
1376 Core i5-661 4,418
+-0%
1377 Pentium G840 4,415
-0.1%
1378 FX-6200 4,413
-0.1%
1379 A10-7700K 4,413
-0.1%
1380 Core i7-8500Y 4,413
-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 PRO A8-8650B based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,575 Rank: 1055
Rank Name Score Visual
1051 Core i5-2500S 4,576
+0%
1052 Core i5-750 4,576
+0%
1053 Phenom II X6 1075T 4,575
+0%
1054 Pentium 6805 4,575
+0%
1055 PRO A8-8650B 4,575
1056 Core i7-2675QM 4,574
+-0%
1057 Core i7-2630QM 4,574
+-0%
1058 Core i3-7101E 4,574
+-0%
1059 A8-7650K 4,573
+-0%
1060 A8-5600K 4,573
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for PRO A8-8650B based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,541 Rank: 1098
Rank Name Score Visual
1094 Phenom II X4 850 4,542
+0%
1095 FX-4320 4,542
+0%
1096 A10 PRO-7800B 4,542
+0%
1097 Core i7-860S 4,541
+0%
1098 PRO A8-8650B 4,541
1099 Core i7-7560U 4,540
+-0%
1100 Core i3-6100T 4,540
+-0%
1101 Core i3-4150 4,540
+-0%
1102 Core i5-2400S 4,540
+-0%
1103 FX-9830P 4,540
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for PRO A8-8650B based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,531 Rank: 1217
Rank Name Score Visual
1213 Xeon E5606 4,532
+0%
1214 Core m3-6Y30 4,531
+0%
1215 Core i5-2540M 4,531
+0%
1216 A10-5800K 4,531
+0%
1217 PRO A8-8650B 4,531
1218 A10-6700 4,530
+-0%
1219 A8-6600K 4,530
+-0%
1220 Core i5-4200U 4,530
+-0%
1221 Athlon Silver 7120U 4,530
+-0%
1222 Core m7-6Y75 4,529
+-0%

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PRO A8-8650B Details

Ranking #1372 of 2060 in overall performance, the AMD PRO A8-8650B remains a modest performer by today's standards, with a single-core score of 4419 placing it just behind some modern low-power processors. Despite its release in September 2015, the processor still holds its own in basic computing tasks due to its integrated Radeon R7 graphics and support for DDR3 memory. However, its position in the broader benchmark landscape highlights how far desktop computing has advanced since its launch.

The PRO A8-8650B is built on AMD’s Godaveri architecture, fabricated on a 28 nm process by GlobalFoundries. It features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.9 GHz. The chip includes 4 MB of L2 cache and operates within a 65 W TDP, making it suitable for standard desktop systems with adequate cooling. It uses the Socket FM2+ and supports up to 34.1 GB/s memory bandwidth with dual-channel DDR3 memory running at up to 2133 MT/s.

Integrated into the A8-8650B is the Radeon R7 graphics engine, which provides basic visual processing capabilities without requiring a discrete GPU. While not suited for modern gaming or high-end content creation, it enables smooth multimedia playback and light 3D applications. The processor supports a wide range of instruction sets, including AVX, AES-NI, and AMD-V, enhancing performance in virtualization and encryption workloads.

In terms of real-world performance, the A8-8650B delivers competitive results in single-threaded applications, with its single-core score placing it among mid-tier processors from the mid-2010s. However, its multicore performance, scoring 4421, reveals a more balanced but less impressive profile, especially when compared to modern multi-core CPUs. This suggests that while the A8-8650B can handle everyday productivity tasks, it struggles with heavily parallelized workloads.

As of March 2026, the PRO A8-8650B is best suited for entry-level desktops, home office use, or systems where integrated graphics and low power consumption are priorities. Its age and lack of modern features such as PCIe 4.0 or DDR5 memory make it unsuitable for high-performance or future-proof builds. Nonetheless, it remains a viable option for users needing a reliable, low-cost CPU for basic computing needs.
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AMD PRO A8-8650B

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: PRO A8-8650B
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (locked)
Core Name: Godaveri
Socket: Socket FM2+
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 28 nm
Die Area: 245 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX ABM BMI1 FMA3 AES CLMUL F16C SSE4a FMA4 AMD-V 3DNow! TBM XOP
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