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AMD A10 7890K Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£90
PassMark benchmark result: 3538
N. of physical cores: 4
CPU boost clock speed: 4.3 GHz
CPU socket: FP6
TDP (Thermal design power): 95 W

AMD A10 7890K review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

5.1

Good

4.8

Poor

8.3

Excellent

7.4
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
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PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
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Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
7.1
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
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L3 cache
8.0%
2.8
N. of physical cores
7.0
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
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Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
2.8
N. of physical cores
20.0%
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CPU threads
15.0%
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L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD A10-7890K is a flagship Godavari APU for the FM2+ socket, featuring 4 CPU cores with a 4.1 GHz base clock and 4.3 GHz turbo boost, paired with integrated Radeon R7 graphics (512 stream processors) at 866 MHz. Built on a 28nm process with a 95W TDP, its main strengths include an unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking, competitive entry-level eSports gaming performance without a discrete GPU, and a bundled high-performance Wraith cooler that ensures quiet operation. However, its primary drawbacks are its aging architecture that lacks an L3 cache, a platform that is now considered 'end-of-life,' and CPU performance that often lags behind its contemporary Intel competitors in non-graphical workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A10 7890K

Overall score

5.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

7.6

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: LOW

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Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: LOW

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: LOW

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: LOW

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: LOW

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Performance

4.7

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: LOW

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cache & Architecture

3.4

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: LOW

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=512 KB

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Memory & PCIe

5.0

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: LOW

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=128 GB

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Integrated Graphics

6.5

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: LOW

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: LOW

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Thermal

6.4

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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AMD A10 7890K vs the average processor

Why is AMD A10 7890K better than the average processor?

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Unlocked for overclocking
AMD A10 7890K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not. 21.7% of processors have an unlocked multiplier.
What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.
Importance: LOW
AMD A10 7890K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not. 21.7% of processors have an unlocked multiplier.
Includes stock cooler
AMD A10 7890K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: LOW
AMD A10 7890K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
27.6 °C lower CPU temperature
AMD A10 7890K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.4 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <100 °C
AMD A10 7890K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.4 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.72.4 °C vs 100 °C
Supports memory overclocking
AMD A10 7890K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not. 43.6% of processors support memory overclocking.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: LOW
AMD A10 7890K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not. 43.6% of processors support memory overclocking.
Broader instruction support
AMD A10 7890K supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, ABM, XOP, TBM, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.
Importance: LOW
AMD A10 7890K supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, ABM, XOP, TBM, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, ABM, XOP, TBM, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
8.03x more popular
AMD A10 7890K is more popular than the average processor (8.03 vs 1.000).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
AMD A10 7890K is more popular than the average processor (8.03 vs 1.000).8.03 vs 1
3.6% higher user score
AMD A10 7890K has a higher user score than the average processor (8.29 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.
AMD A10 7890K has a higher user score than the average processor (8.29 vs 8.000).8.29 vs 8
2.47x higher GPU clock speed
AMD A10 7890K has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (866 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=350 MHz
AMD A10 7890K has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (866 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.866 MHz vs 350 MHz
Broader instruction support
AMD A10 7890K supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, ABM, XOP, TBM, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
Unlocked for overclocking
AMD A10 7890K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not. 21.7% of processors have an unlocked multiplier.
Higher base clock
AMD A10 7890K has a higher base clock than the average processor (4x4.1 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
13 higher clock multiplier
AMD A10 7890K has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (41 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
Supports Turbo Core
AMD A10 7890K supports Turbo Core, the average processor does not. 1% of processors support Turbo Core.
60% larger L2 cache
AMD A10 7890K has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
Supports memory overclocking
AMD A10 7890K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not. 43.6% of processors support memory overclocking.
2.47x higher GPU clock speed
AMD A10 7890K has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (866 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
Includes stock cooler
AMD A10 7890K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not. 25.9% of processors include a stock cooler.
27.6 °C lower CPU temperature
AMD A10 7890K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.4 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

Cache & Architecture

Integrated Graphics

Power & Thermal

Why is AMD A10 7890K worse than the average processor?

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4 older release date
AMD A10 7890K has an older release date than the average processor (2016 vs 2020).
March 2016
No crypto acceleration
AMD A10 7890K does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does. 0% of processors include crypto acceleration.
84.5% lower multi-core score
AMD A10 7890K has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (750 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
36.5% weaker single-core performance
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,587 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
66.5% lower PassMark score
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,538 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
2 fewer CPU cores
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
4 fewer CPU threads
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
No multithreading support
AMD A10 7890K does not support multithreading, the average processor does. 74.2% of processors support multithreading.
1 fewer threads per core
AMD A10 7890K has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
37.5% lower bus speed
AMD A10 7890K has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
37.5% lower bus transfer rate
AMD A10 7890K has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
Less advanced microarchitecture
AMD A10 7890K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari vs Kaby Lake).
2.33x larger process node
AMD A10 7890K has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
38.4% larger die size
AMD A10 7890K has a higher die size than the average processor (245 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
Less advanced foundry
AMD A10 7890K uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 28 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
51.3% fewer transistors
AMD A10 7890K has fewer transistors than the average processor (2.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
Older DDR support
AMD A10 7890K supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
25.5% lower memory bandwidth
AMD A10 7890K has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (34.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
27.3% lower memory speed
AMD A10 7890K has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
Lower JEDEC memory speed
AMD A10 7890K has a lower JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR3-2133 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
Narrower media codec support
AMD A10 7890K supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), MVC (HW decode), MPEG-4 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
Inferior integrated GPU
AMD A10 7890K uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon R7 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
66.7% fewer GPU execution units
AMD A10 7890K has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (8 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
No configurable TDP
AMD A10 7890K does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
2.11x higher base power
AMD A10 7890K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
27.6 °C lower TJ Max
AMD A10 7890K has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (72.4 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
2.11x higher TDP
AMD A10 7890K has a higher TDP than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
84.5% lower multi-core score
AMD A10 7890K has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (750 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >8500
AMD A10 7890K has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (750 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.750 vs 4,829
36.5% weaker single-core performance
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,587 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >3200
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,587 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.1,587 vs 2,500
66.5% lower PassMark score
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,538 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
AMD A10 7890K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,538 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,538 vs 10,572.5
Less advanced microarchitecture
AMD A10 7890K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari vs Kaby Lake).
What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.
Importance: HIGH
AMD A10 7890K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari vs Kaby Lake).Godavari vs Kaby Lake
2 fewer CPU cores
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 8+
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
2.33x larger process node
AMD A10 7890K has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <10 nm
AMD A10 7890K has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.28 nm vs 12 nm
No configurable TDP
AMD A10 7890K does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.
Importance: LOW
AMD A10 7890K does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does. 52.8% of processors support configurable TDP.
4 fewer CPU threads
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 16+
AMD A10 7890K has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD A10 7890K?

Integrated Radeon R7 graphics provide strong performance for entry-level and eSports gaming like CS:GO and Dota 2
Bundled with the high-quality Wraith cooler which is exceptionally quiet and efficient for a stock solution
Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking of both the CPU and GPU cores
Compatible with legacy FM2+ motherboards, making it a viable upgrade for older systems
Excellent value for budget-conscious builds where a dedicated graphics card is not an option

What customers dislike about AMD A10 7890K?

CPU processing performance significantly lags behind Intel competitors of the same era
High 95W TDP and older 28nm architecture make it less energy-efficient than newer alternatives
The FM2+ socket is at the end of its life cycle, limiting future upgrade paths
Price-to-performance ratio is considered poor compared to slightly cheaper models like the A10-7870K
Single-core performance is weak, causing bottlenecks in certain gaming and productivity applications

Expert reviews

realhardwarereviews.com

01/09/2016

Summary of the review

AMD A10-7890K Glorious FPS for Less

The AMD A10-7890K is positioned as the ultimate "halo" APU for the FM2+ socket, acting as a super-clocked "Godavari" refresh featuring four Steamroller cores and Radeon R7 graphics. A standout feature is the bundled Wraith cooler, which provides exceptional, quiet cooling for the 95W chip even under overclocked conditions. Performance-wise, the R7 iGPU delivers superior gaming results for entry-level titles compared to Intel alternatives, offering a strong value proposition for budget-conscious builders utilizing cheaper DDR3 memory. However, based on the older 28nm architecture, it lags behind Intel's i3 and i5 processors in CPU-bound tasks and single-threaded performance. Cons include a 95W TDP that leads to higher power consumption than modern competitors and the fact that the FM2+ platform is at its end-of-life, restricting future upgrade paths. Despite this, the unlocked multiplier and high stock speeds make it a capable final offering for the platform.

lanoc.org

13/04/2016

Summary of the review

AMD A10-7890K, A10-7860K, and Athlon X4 880K a look at the FM2+ Refresh

LanOC Reviews analyzed AMD's FM2+ refresh, featuring the A10-7890K, A10-7860K, and Athlon X4 880K processors. The A10-7890K flagship brings improved thermal management with the bundled Wraith cooler, while the 65W A10-7860K focuses on efficiency, and the Athlon X4 880K provides a budget-friendly, graphics-free option. Key advantages include strong integrated Radeon R7 graphics for HTPC use, unlocked multipliers for overclocking, and upgraded thermal solutions that enhance value. However, the review notes that the raw CPU performance of this aging Steamroller architecture lags behind Intel, with the Athlon X4 880K exhibiting unexpectedly high power consumption during testing.

relaxedtech.com

09/06/2016

Summary of the review

AMD A10-7890K Review

The RelaxedTech review identifies the AMD A10-7890K as the fastest Kaveri-refresh APU, featuring a 4.1 GHz base clock and the silent, efficient Wraith Cooler. Its primary strength is superior integrated R7 graphics, offering playable 1080p performance for eSports titles like CS:GO and DOTA 2, along with support for Dual Graphics, though its CPU performance trails Intel rivals. Despite these gaming capabilities, the 28nm processor suffers from high 95W power consumption and limited value compared to the A10-7870K, serving mainly as a stopgap "halo product".

uk.pcmag.com

31/05/2016

Summary of the review

AMD A10-7890K Review

The AMD A10-7890K, reviewed by PCMag UK, acts as the flagship "Godavari" refresh, boasting a 4.1GHz base clock and strong integrated Radeon R7 graphics that outperform contemporary Intel i3 processors in casual gaming. While it provides decent, playable frame rates in older titles, its CPU performance falls short of Intel rivals in productivity tasks. A key highlight is the bundled, quiet, and effective AMD Wraith cooler. Despite being the fastest in its line, the A10-7890K faces stiff competition from the more budget-friendly A10-7860K, which offers similar performance at a better value, say PCMag. The platform's reliance on the aging FM2+ socket limits future upgradeability, with the review noting that a separate Athlon CPU and dedicated GPU combo often provides superior performance for the price. In summary, the pros include strong integrated graphics and an excellent stock cooler, whereas the cons involve weak CPU processing power and poor value compared to dedicated GPU alternatives. The processor serves well for a budget, no-GPU build, but is not ideal for high-end tasks, say PCMag.

tomshardware.com

21/03/2016

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AMD A10-7890K APU Review

The Tom’s Hardware review positions the AMD A10-7890K as the flagship "Godavari" refresh APU for the FM2+ platform, featuring a 4.1 GHz base clock and capable integrated Radeon R7 graphics. A major pro is the bundled 125W Wraith cooler, which ensures quiet operation and enables easy overclocking to 4.5 GHz. While offering competitive entry-level gaming in eSports titles compared to Intel, the APU struggles with demanding modern games and exhibits significantly lower single-threaded performance. The review highlights that the A10-7890K faces poor value proposition, as it only offers minor performance gains over the cheaper A10-7870K and relies on an outdated, end-of-life FM2+ platform. A key con is that a separate CPU/GPU combination, such as an Athlon X4 paired with a dedicated graphics card, provides far superior performance for a similar cost. Consequently, the A10-7890K is viewed as a niche option rather than a competitive modern gaming solution.

realhardwarereviews.com

01/09/2016

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AMD A10-7890K Glorious FPS for Less

The AMD A10-7890K is presented as the premier "super-clocked" APU for the FM2+ platform, offering dominant integrated GPU performance that easily outclasses Intel alternatives, making it an excellent, cost-effective choice for entry-level gaming without a dedicated graphics card. Key advantages include the efficient, quiet AMD Wraith Cooler, easy overclocking capabilities as a "Black" series chip, and solid 1080p performance for titles like CS:GO and DOTA 2. However, the chip suffers from weak single-core performance compared to competitors, higher 95W power consumption, a price premium over lower-clocked models, and limited upgradeability on the aging FM2+ socket. Copy

pcmag.com

27/04/2016

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AMD A10-7890K Review

The AMD A10-7890K, a 2016 flagship "Godavari" APU featuring four CPU cores and Radeon R7 graphics, represents a fast desktop chip with integrated graphics, highlighted by the included quiet Wraith Cooler. It is ideal for small form factor builds and entry-level 1080p gaming, but it struggles with CPU-intensive tasks compared to Intel alternatives. While offering strong integrated graphics, the 95-watt APU is considered poor value, as a dedicated budget GPU and CPU combination delivers significantly higher performance for a similar cost. The review concludes that the platform is at the end of its life, recommending the cheaper A10-7860K for better value. Copy

igorslab.de

14/02/2021

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AMD A10-7890K for budget gaming with FreeSync

The AMD A10-7890K, tested on igor’sLAB, serves as the ultimate "halo" refresh for the FM2+ socket, pushing the Godavari architecture to its limits with a 4.1 GHz base and 4.3 GHz boost clock. A key advantage is the inclusion of the 125W-rated Wraith cooler, which ensures near-silent operation for the 95W chip and provides significant thermal headroom for overclocking. While offering solid performance for eSports titles like CS:GO and DOTA 2 at 1080p, the APU struggles with modern AAA titles, frequently requiring 720p resolution for playable framerates, and is often limited by DDR3 memory bandwidth. igor´ Pros and Cons: Pros: Includes the quiet, efficient Wraith cooler, best-in-class integrated graphics for its era, and strong support for eSports gaming without a dedicated GPU.Cons: Based on older 28nm architecture with weak single-core performance, the FM2+ platform lacks future upgrade paths, and it offers lower value compared to the A10-7870K.

computerbase.de

23/05/2016

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A10-7890K, 7860K, X4 880K Review: AMD's Fastest Processors for Socket FM2+

This ComputerBase review evaluates AMD's final FM2+ platform refresh, featuring the flagship A10-7890K, the 65W A10-7860K, and the graphics-free Athlon X4 880K, all bundled with superior cooling solutions like the Wraith cooler. The A10-7890K delivers the highest performance for the socket with a 4.3 GHz turbo, while the A10-7860K provides an efficient alternative, and the X4 880K serves as a budget option for dedicated graphics users. Key advantages include excellent cooling and superior entry-level integrated graphics, though the aging architecture results in weak single-core performance, and the mature platform leaves no future upgrade path.

valid.x86.fr

29/09/2026

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CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD A10-7890K (4T)

This CPU-Z validation for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D (8-core/16-thread) running on an Asus TUF Gaming B650-E motherboard with 32GB of DDR5-6000 RAM yielded a single-core score of 776 and a multi-core score of 8,445. While the multi-core result is competitive, the single-core score of 776 appears slightly below the 820+ marks typical for this processor. The configuration showcases the AMD 3D V-Cache 2nd Gen Technology's 96MB L3 cache, which boosts gaming and compression performance. The CPU ran at roughly 5.2GHz across all cores with a 120W TDP, utilizing AMD EXPO to stabilize memory at 6000 MT/s. However, the lower single-core performance suggests potential issues with Windows 11 settings or background processes. Additionally, as an 8-core processor, it is outperformed in heavy multi-threaded productivity tasks by higher core-count options like the Ryzen 9 9950X. Review the full validation data at valid.x86.fr.

elchapuzasinformatico.com

19/09/2016

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AMD A12-9800 (Bristol Ridge on AM4) vs. AMD A10-7890K

The AMD A12-9800 "Bristol Ridge" APU, reviewed by El Chapuzas Informático, acts as an AM4 platform transitional chip, featuring Excavator architecture with superior efficiency over the A10-7890K. Pros include a 65W TDP—running up to 20°C cooler under load—and a 6% to 15% performance boost in single and multi-core tests, respectively, over previous generations. While offering enhanced efficiency and DDR4 support, a major con is the continued reliance on the older Bulldozer-based architecture rather than the incoming Zen architecture. Additionally, integrated Radeon R7 graphics performance is hindered by bandwidth limitations, and the chip faced limited, OEM-only availability upon launch.

tomshw.it

29/03/2016

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AMD A10-7890K APU Review - Tom's Hardware

The AMD A10-7890K serves as the flagship "Godavari" FM2+ socket APU, featuring a 4.1 GHz base clock, 4.3 GHz turbo frequency, and Radeon R7 graphics. It includes the high-performance Wraith Cooler, offering significant thermal headroom for overclocking the unlocked multiplier. Performance-wise, it excels in entry-level 1080p gaming for eSports titles like DOTA 2 and CS:GO, comfortably outpacing Intel's integrated HD graphics. However, CPU processing power lags behind Intel counterparts in single-threaded tasks and productivity applications. Key pros include the robust bundled cooler, strong integrated graphics for compact builds, and easy overclocking, while cons include a poor price-to-performance ratio compared to the lower-tier A10-7860K and limited upgrade paths with the aging FM2+ platform.

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