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  • Avg. price: ~£400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2524
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.4 GHz

AMD A10 9620P review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.8

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%

3.8

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.8

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%

3.0

Performance

18.0%

3.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.6

Platform

1.0%

7.2

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 1.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    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 A10-9620P is a 7th generation 'Bristol Ridge' mobile APU launched in early 2017, featuring 4 CPU cores (two Excavator modules) with a base clock of 2.5 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.4 GHz. Built on a 28nm process with a 15-watt TDP, this ULV (Ultra-Low Voltage) chip integrates a Radeon R5 graphics unit with 384 shader cores and supports dual-channel DDR4-1866 memory. Its main advantages include a high core count for its segment and integrated graphics that generally outperform Intel's contemporary entry-level solutions. However, it is hindered by an aging architecture that lacks multithreading (4 cores/4 threads), relatively low power efficiency compared to newer 14nm or 7nm processes, and a lack of official support for Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A10 9620P

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%

?

Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

?

Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

3.8
AMD A10 9620P has a technical score of 3.76 points, which is lower than that of 89.2% 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 9620P 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%

3.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

5.2
AMD A10 9620P has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.2 points, which is lower than 93.9% 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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

3.4 GHz
AMD A10 9620P reaches a boost clock of 3.4 GHz which is lower than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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 2.5 GHz
AMD A10 9620P has a base clock of 4x2.5 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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/DDR4
AMD A10 9620P supports DDR DDR3/DDR4, which is older than that of 85.5% 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

1,866 MHz
AMD A10 9620P supports memory speeds up to 1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 84.5% of processors and equal to 2.7% 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

DDR4-1866 MHz
AMD A10 9620P supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 82.8% of processors and equal to 0.5% 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

32 GB
AMD A10 9620P supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% 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 9620P includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Radeon R5
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 R5
AMD A10 9620P uses the Radeon R5 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 84.2% of processors and equal to that in 0.9% 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 9620P 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

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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/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode)
AMD A10 9620P supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 75.7% 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 9620P 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 9620P 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

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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: 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 9620P supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10-15 W
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AMD A10 9620P vs the average processor

  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD A10 9620P supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    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: MEDIUM

    AMD A10 9620P supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P 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
  • 10 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °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 9620P has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.90 °C vs 100 °C
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A10 9620P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    AMD A10 9620P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD A10 9620P supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM 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: MEDIUM

    AMD A10 9620P supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM 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, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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 9620P 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
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD A10 9620P supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A10 9620P has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD A10 9620P has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD A10 9620P supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A10 9620P 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.
  • 10 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

Total
Platform
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 3 year/s older release date
    AMD A10 9620P has an older release date than the average processor (2,017 vs 2,020).
    June 2017
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD A10 9620P does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD A10 9620P supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 49.1% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,265 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 67% lower single-core score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (486 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 89.8% lower multi-core score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (488 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 76% lower PassMark score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A10 9620P has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A10 9620P does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 68% weaker overclocked performance
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower overclocked performance than the average processor (2,892 vs 9,051). The average processor scores 9,051 in overclocked PassMark.
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Bristol Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 40.4% larger die size
    AMD A10 9620P has a higher die size than the average processor (250 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD A10 9620P uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 28 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P has fewer transistors than the average processor (3.1 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 8 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD A10 9620P has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (8 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 36.4% lower memory speed
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,866 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Older DDR support
    AMD A10 9620P supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3/DDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD A10 9620P has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    AMD A10 9620P uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon R5 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD A10 9620P has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 10 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 49.1% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,265 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 9620P has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,265 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,265 vs 2,483
  • 67% lower single-core score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (486 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 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (486 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.486 vs 1,471
  • 89.8% lower multi-core score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (488 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 9620P has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (488 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.488 vs 4,793
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 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 9620P has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P 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
  • 76% lower PassMark score
    AMD A10 9620P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,524 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 9620P has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,524 vs 10,532.5
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A10 9620P 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 9620P has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A10 9620P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Bristol Ridge 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 9620P uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Bristol Ridge vs Kaby Lake).Bristol Ridge vs Kaby Lake
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What customers like about AMD A10 9620P?

  • Capable of handling everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and video streaming with ease.
  • Decent performance for light video editing and multitasking for a budget/mid-range chip.
  • Includes integrated Radeon R5 graphics which is generally better than basic Intel integrated graphics from the same era.
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) makes it suitable for slim laptop designs and helps with battery life during light use.
  • Cost-effective choice for budget-conscious users looking for a quad-core processor.

What customers dislike about AMD A10 9620P?

  • Prone to thermal throttling; high temperatures (up to 84°C-90°C) often lead to significant performance drops during gaming.
  • Struggles with modern, CPU-intensive games, often failing to maintain stable frame rates in titles like League of Legends on higher settings.
  • Outdated architecture (Bristol Ridge) that lacks the efficiency and IPC (Instructions Per Clock) of newer Ryzen or Core i-series processors.
  • Poor upgrade path for laptops using this SoC, as they are often limited by single-channel RAM configurations or non-removable parts.
  • Integrated graphics performance is often held back by the laptop's thermal limits and shared memory bandwidth.

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notebookcheck.net
16/07/2017
HP Pavilion 15z-bw000 (A10-9620P, HD) Laptop Review

The HP Pavilion 15z-bw000 is a budget 15.6-inch laptop featuring an AMD A10-9620P APU and 8 GB of RAM, designed for basic computing tasks. While offering a relatively lightweight plastic chassis (1.9 kg) for improved portability compared to competitors, the build quality is average with noticeable display lid flex. Major drawbacks include a low-resolution (1366x768) glossy TN panel...Read more

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videocardbenchmark.net
11/08/2017
Radeon R5 A10-9620P 4C+6G - Video Card Benchmarks

The Radeon R5 A10-9620P 4 G is an integrated graphics solution from AMD’s 7th-gen "Bristol Ridge" laptop APUs, featuring 384 shader cores within a 15-watt ULV system. Ranked in the low-to-mid range, this GPU provides efficient performance for daily tasks and supports DirectX 12 along with 4K HEVC hardware decoding via UVD 6. While offering a slight performance increase over the...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
01/07/2023
AMD A10-9620P vs. Intel Core i5-8250U Comparison

The Intel Core i5-8250U, based on a 14nm process, offers a significant performance advantage over the 28nm AMD A10-9620P due to its quad-core design with Hyper-Threading. While both feature a 15W TDP, the i5-8250U provides much higher multi-threaded performance and supports faster DDR4-2400 memory, making it superior for modern, demanding applications. Conversely, the A10-9620P's...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
05/09/2013
Short Review: HP Pavilion 15z-bw000 (A10-9620P, HD) Laptop

The HP Pavilion 15 series serves as a versatile, mid-range "all-rounder" for users seeking a balance of performance and affordability, featuring Intel Core or AMD Ryzen processors capable of handling daily productivity and multitasking. Key advantages include excellent value for money, a comfortable keyboard, and a portable, often upgrade-friendly design. However, the series...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
31/10/2010
Intel Core i5-450M Notebook Processor - Notebookcheck.net

The Intel Core i5-450M is a dual-core Arrandale processor based on 32nm Westmere architecture, running at 2.4 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.66 GHz and Hyper-Threading. Pros include improved efficiency with a 35W TDP that includes the integrated memory controller and GMA HD graphics, alongside Turbo Boost providing significant single-threaded performance gains. Cons involve the lack...Read more

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