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  • Avg. price: ~£620
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2240
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.2 GHz

AMD A10 8700P review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.9

Performance

18.0%

3.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

5.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 1.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.2

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD A10-8700P is a mid-range Carrizo-based accelerated processing unit (APU) launched in 2015 for mainstream laptops, built on a 28nm manufacturing process. It features four CPU cores (two Excavator modules) with a base clock speed of 1.8 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.2 GHz, alongside an integrated Radeon R6 GPU with 384 shader cores. Major pros include a highly efficient configurable TDP (typically 15W to 35W) that balances performance and power, support for HSA 1.0, and integrated DirectX 12 graphics capable of handling daily multitasking and light multimedia tasks. However, it suffers from aging 28nm architecture which leads to higher heat output and lower power efficiency compared to Intel's contemporary 14nm chips, and its single-core performance and integrated graphics struggle with modern, demanding AAA gaming titles.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A10 8700P

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

3.5
AMD A10 8700P has a technical score of 3.54 points, which is lower than that of 93.8% of products in this category.
User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
AMD A10 8700P has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.5

Overall score

40.0%

7.2

Price

4.7
AMD A10 8700P has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.7 points, which is lower than 99.3% of products in this category.
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: MEDIUM

AMD
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: HIGH

mobile
AMD A10 8700P belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
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: HIGH

FP4
AMD A10 8700P uses the FP4 CPU socket, which is older than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
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: HIGH

N/A
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: HIGH

x86-64
AMD A10 8700P uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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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+

4
AMD A10 8700P has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
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+

4
AMD A10 8700P offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
AMD A10 8700P offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
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

3.2 GHz
AMD A10 8700P reaches a boost clock of 3.2 GHz which is lower than that of 89.5% of processors and equal to that of 2% of processors.
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

4 x 1.8 GHz
AMD A10 8700P has a base clock of 4x1.8 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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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: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

28 nm
AMD A10 8700P uses a 28 nm process node, which is older than that of 94.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

GlobalFoundries 28 nm
AMD A10 8700P is built on the GlobalFoundries 28 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 94.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
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

0 MB
AMD A10 8700P has an L3 cache of 0 MB which is smaller than that of 93.6% of processors and equal to that of 6.4% of processors.
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

2 MB
AMD A10 8700P has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 51.3% of processors and equal to that of 11.1% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

512 KB
AMD A10 8700P has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% of processors.
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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: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR3
AMD A10 8700P supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% of processors.
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: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,133 MHz
AMD A10 8700P supports memory speeds up to 2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR3-2133 MHz
AMD A10 8700P supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 81.3% of processors and equal to 1.3% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
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: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

16 GB
AMD A10 8700P supports up to 16 GB of memory, which is less than 91.7% of processors and equal to 6.4% of processors.
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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: HIGH

yes
AMD A10 8700P includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
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: MEDIUM

Radeon R6
AMD A10 8700P uses the Radeon R6 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 84% of processors and equal to that in 0.2% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

6
AMD A10 8700P has 6 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 83.8% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

200 MHz
AMD A10 8700P has an integrated GPU clock of 200 MHz which is lower than that of 96.4% of processors and equal to that of 3.3% of processors.
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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode), VP9 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), MPEG-4 (HW decode)
AMD A10 8700P supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode), VP9 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), MPEG-4 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 77.7% of processors and equal to 0.1% of processors.
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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: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD A10 8700P has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD A10 8700P has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

35 W
AMD A10 8700P has a boost power of 35 W which is lower than that of 74.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
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: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
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

yes
AMD A10 8700P supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12-35 W
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AMD A10 8700P vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 29.8% smaller die size
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².125 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 45.3% lower boost power
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.35 W vs 64 W
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD A10 8700P has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    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: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=512 KB

    AMD A10 8700P has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.512 KB vs 384 KB
  • 29.8% smaller die size
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD A10 8700P has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 45.3% lower boost power
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Power & Thermal
  • 5 year/s older release date
    AMD A10 8700P has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
    June 2015
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD A10 8700P does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD A10 8700P supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 53.2% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,161 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 66.9% lower single-core score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (487 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 78.7% lower PassMark score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,240 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 76.4% lower multi-core score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,129 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A10 8700P does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A10 8700P has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A10 8700P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Carrizo vs Kaby Lake).
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD A10 8700P uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 28 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 37.4% fewer transistors
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer transistors than the average processor (3.1 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Older DDR support
    AMD A10 8700P supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 8 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (8 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 25.5% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A10 8700P 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 8700P 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.
  • 75% less memory capacity
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    AMD A10 8700P uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon R6 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD A10 8700P has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 42.9% lower GPU clock speed
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (200 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 10 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 53.2% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,161 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 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 8700P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,161 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,161 vs 2,483
  • 66.9% lower single-core score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (487 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (487 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.487 vs 1,471
  • 25.6% lower boost clock
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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

    AMD A10 8700P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A10 8700P 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: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD A10 8700P 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
  • 78.7% lower PassMark score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,240 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 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 8700P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,240 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,240 vs 10,532.5
  • 76.4% lower multi-core score
    AMD A10 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,129 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 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 8700P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,129 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,129 vs 4,793
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A10 8700P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Carrizo 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: LOW

    AMD A10 8700P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Carrizo vs Kaby Lake).Carrizo vs Kaby Lake
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A10 8700P 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 8700P has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
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What customers like about AMD A10 8700P?

  • Integrated Radeon R6 graphics perform exceptionally well for its class, especially when paired with dual-channel memory.
  • Offers a significant performance leap over the previous 'Kaveri' generation APUs.
  • Competitive CPU performance compared to Intel Core i3 processors of its era.
  • Hardware-level support for HEVC/H.265 video decoding through the UVD 6 engine.
  • Excellent value for money in budget-oriented laptops.

What customers dislike about AMD A10 8700P?

  • CPU performance is notably weaker than contemporary Intel Core i5 and i7 counterparts.
  • Aggressive thermal throttling occurs during heavy combined CPU/GPU loads (like gaming), reducing clock speeds significantly.
  • Power efficiency is lower than competing Intel processors despite architectural improvements.
  • Poor performance in modern AAA gaming titles, often resulting in unplayable frame rates.
  • Actual performance is highly dependent on the laptop manufacturer's TDP configuration (12W–35W) and cooling design.

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forums.anandtech.com
07/08/2015
Carrizo review at Notebookcheck Are you looking for specific benchmark scores (like Cinebench or Geekbench) or gaming frame rates for a particular tit...

The Notebookcheck review of the AMD Carrizo APU (A10-8700P) highlights a significant architectural step forward with Excavator cores and improved GCN graphics, offering strong 4K video decoding via UVD 6, but faces stiff competition from Intel's Broadwell and Skylake. Key pros include superior integrated graphics performance that challenges low-end dedicated GPUs and better power...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/03/2016
AMD Carrizo (A10-8700P) review – will the new series of APU chips turn AMD around?

The AMD A10-8700P represents a major architectural shift toward a full System on a Chip (SoC) design utilizing "Excavator" x86 cores and a 28nm manufacturing process, aimed at increasing efficiency through Advanced Voltage and Frequency Scaling (AVFS). Key pros include heterogeneous Unified Memory Access (hUMA) for improved CPU-GPU memory sharing, while a notable con is that the...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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AMD A10-8700P - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD A10-8700P is a 2015-era, 28nm Carrizo-based APU (1.8 - 3.2 GHz) designed for mainstream laptops, utilizing Excavator cores and a configurable 12W–35W TDP. It offers strong integrated Radeon R6 graphics capable of entry-level gaming and efficient 4K multimedia playback, often outperforming competing Intel i3 systems in GPU-heavy tasks. However, the aging architecture results...Read more

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techradar.com
04/09/2016
Hands on: HP ProBook 455 G3 review

The HP ProBook 455 G3 is a budget-friendly, 15.6-inch business notebook featuring a durable design with a brushed aluminum interior, a comfortable keyboard, and ample connectivity options, including four USB ports. The AMD A8-7410 configuration provides solid office performance with improved battery life over Intel counterparts, though raw power is limited. A notable advantage is...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
29/07/2015
Carrizo Benchmark: How does AMD's A10-8700P perform?

The Notebookcheck review of the AMD A10-8700P (Carrizo) highlights AMD’s shift to a true SoC (System-on-a-Chip) design for 2015 mainstream laptops, utilizing a 28nm "Excavator" architecture. The APU features configurable TDP (cTDP) from 12 to 35 Watts, allowing for significant variance in performance based on cooling, alongside the Radeon R6 graphics unit. The processor performs...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
05/09/2013
HP Pavilion 15 Series - Notebookcheck.net (includes test data for the A10-8700P model)

The HP Pavilion 15 series is positioned as a versatile, mid-range multimedia laptop, featuring a modern design with a mix of materials, a comfortable keyboard, and an upgrade-friendly chassis, as noted in reviews Notebookcheck. Performance is solid for office and light creative work, offering good value for users prioritizing a strong price-to-performance ratio Notebookcheck. Key...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
29/03/2024
AMD A10-8700P - Specifications, Benchmarks and Pricing

The AMD A10-8700P, based on the Carrizo architecture, is a 15W TDP System on a Chip (SoC) that utilizes heterogeneous Unified Memory Access (hUMA) to enable efficient shared memory between the CPU and GPU, significantly increasing transistor density over previous generations. It features four Excavator cores and integrated Radeon R6 graphics, positioning it as a competitive...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/03/2016
AMD Carrizo (A10-8700P) Review: Can the new APU series turn things around for AMD?

The LaptopMedia review of the AMD A10-8700P highlights a shift to the "Carrizo" SoC design, featuring Excavator CPU cores that deliver improved efficiency and 4K HEVC video support. While offering competitive budget performance and superior Radeon R6 integrated graphics compared to its 15W Intel rivals, the APU suffers from higher heat output and lower power efficiency due to...Read more

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oa.upm.es
01/01/2023
FINAL DEGREE PROJECT - Hardware Technical Analysis (Section 10: AMD A10-8700P Processor)

Raúl González Cano’s UPM project designs a scalable transcoding farm for streaming, utilizing FFmpeg to convert live video into multiple adaptive bitrates. The architecture supports high-concurrency, aiming for broad device compatibility in modern media streaming scenarios. Key advantages include cost-effectiveness through open-source tools and AV1 codecs, though the system faces...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
29/03/2026
AMD A10-8700P: Technical Specifications, Benchmarks, and Featured Laptops

The AMD A10-8700P is a 2015 "Carrizo" 28nm mid-range quad-core APU designed for mainstream laptops, operating between 1.8 GHz and 3.2 GHz with integrated Radeon R6 graphics supporting HEVC decoding. Its performance,, which hinges on a configurable 12-35W TDP, shines through strong integrated graphics that often outclass contemporary Intel HD options and rival the dedicated GeForce...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/03/2016
AMD Carrizo (A10-8700P) Review – Will the new APU series be a turning point for AMD?

The LaptopMedia review of the AMD Carrizo A10-8700P outlines a significant architectural update for budget notebooks, featuring 29% more transistors on a 28nm process and improved efficiency via hUMA and AVFS technologies. Performance highlights include strong integrated Radeon R6 graphics that outpace dedicated entry-level cards, alongside competitive CPU power matching Intel Core...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/03/2016
HP ProBook 455 G3 / 450 G3 First Impressions: An AMD-Based Business Solution with Dedicated GPU

The HP ProBook 455 G3 (AMD) and 450 G3 (Intel) are identified as robust, budget-friendly business notebooks featuring a sturdy build with a brushed aluminum keyboard tray, excellent keyboard travel, and extensive connectivity options. While the Intel variant offers higher raw performance, the AMD model provides 25% better battery life and superior thermal management, with both...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/09/2015
Toshiba Satellite P50-C first impressions: an upper mid-range laptop with an aluminium design, great for multimedia

The Toshiba Satellite P50-C is an upper-mid-range, 2.07 kg multimedia notebook featuring a 22.5 mm profile and a durable brushed aluminum design. It boasts a high-quality 1080p IPS display with 91% sRGB coverage and a 1000:1 contrast ratio, paired with a GeForce GTX 950M for balanced performance, alongside a comfortable keyboard. However, drawbacks include a subpar cooling system...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
23/10/2015
Short Review of the HP Pavilion 15-ab052ng Notebook

The HP Pavilion 15-ab052ng is a 15.6-inch multimedia laptop featuring an AMD A10-8700P APU and dual-graphics, suited for daily tasks rather than demanding gaming. A key advantage is the matte Full HD display, though it suffers from low contrast and limited color space, and the plastic chassis lacks rigidity. Despite limited upgrade options due to the lack of a maintenance hatch and...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/03/2016
AMD Carrizo (A10-8700P) review: will the new APU series save AMD?

The AMD Carrizo A10-8700P review highlights a transition to a true System on a Chip (SoC) design, utilizing 28nm architecture to pack 29% more transistors than previous generations while introducing heterogeneous Unified Memory Access (hUMA). The chip shows competitive performance within the 15W TDP tier, matching Intel Core i3 processors and delivering strong integrated Radeon R6...Read more

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