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  • Avg. price: ~£90
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2216
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: N/A GHz

AMD A6 3670K review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.7

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%

4.5

Technical Score

10.0%

6.8

User score

Poor
4.5

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%

4.5

Performance

18.0%

3.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.0

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

7.3

Integrated Graphics

Poor
6.8

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%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
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3.7
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4.1
(27)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Good
  • 0.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    0.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.9
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    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 A6-3670K is a first-generation Llano-based Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) designed for the Socket FM1 platform, featuring a quad-core architecture with a base clock speed of 2.7 GHz and 4 MB of L2 cache. Released in early 2012, this 'Black Edition' processor is defined by its unlocked multiplier, allowing for easy overclocking of both the CPU and its integrated Radeon HD 6530D graphics (320 shader cores). Main pros include its budget-friendly all-in-one design that eliminates the immediate need for a discrete GPU, support for DDR3 memory up to 1866 MHz, and a high degree of tunability for enthusiasts. However, it is held back by a relatively high 100W TDP, lack of a turbo boost feature in its stock configuration, and aging performance that struggles with modern AAA titles and lacks a migration path to newer CPU sockets.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A6 3670K

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%

4.5

Performance

18.0%

3.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.0

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

7.3

Integrated Graphics

4.5
AMD A6 3670K has a technical score of 4.49 points, which is lower than that of 65.8% 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%

7.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(29)
amazon
4.1
(27)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

6.8
AMD A6 3670K has a user score of 6.78 points, which is lower than that of 96% of products in this category.
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.
4.4
AMD A6 3670K has a popularity of 4.4 points, which is higher than 81.5% 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.3
AMD A6 3670K has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 51% 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

desktop
AMD A6 3670K belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% 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

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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

A75, A55
AMD A6 3670K supports A75, A55 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.1% of processors.
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 A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K 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

N/A
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 2.7 GHz
AMD A6 3670K has a base clock of 4x2.7 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

32 nm
AMD A6 3670K uses a 32 nm process node, which is older than that of 97.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.3% 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 32 nm
AMD A6 3670K is built on the GlobalFoundries 32 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 98.2% of processors and equal to that of 1.8% 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 A6 3670K 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

4 MB
AMD A6 3670K has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 55.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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 A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K 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

1,866 MHz
AMD A6 3670K 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

DDR3-1866 MHz
AMD A6 3670K supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 85.5% of processors and equal to 0.8% 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

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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: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD A6 3670K supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% 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 A6 3670K 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 HD 6530D
AMD A6 3670K uses the Radeon HD 6530D integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 87% 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

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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

VC-1 (HW decode)
AMD A6 3670K supports VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 82.1% of processors and equal to 3.6% 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

100 W
AMD A6 3670K has a TDP of 100 W which is higher than that of 90.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% 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

100 W
AMD A6 3670K has a base power of 100 W which is higher than that of 90.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% 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

N/A
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

no
AMD A6 3670K does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD A6 3670K vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD A6 3670K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    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: MEDIUM

    AMD A6 3670K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD A6 3670K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    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: MEDIUM

    AMD A6 3670K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 27.3 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.7 °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 A6 3670K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.7 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.72.7 °C vs 100 °C
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD A6 3670K has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD A6 3670K has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.20 vs 16
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K 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
  • 4.43x more popular
    AMD A6 3670K is more popular than the average processor (4.43 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 A6 3670K is more popular than the average processor (4.43 vs 1.000).4.43 vs 1
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD A6 3670K 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.
    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

    AMD A6 3670K 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.4 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD A6 3670K has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A6 3670K 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.
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD A6 3670K 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.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD A6 3670K has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD A6 3670K includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 27.3 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72.7 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 9 year/s older release date
    AMD A6 3670K has an older release date than the average processor (2,011 vs 2,020).
    December 2011
  • 79.8% lower single-core score
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (297 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 53.9% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,145 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 79% lower PassMark score
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,216 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A6 3670K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A6 3670K does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A6 3670K has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD A6 3670K has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • No Turbo Boost
    AMD A6 3670K does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher process node than the average processor (32 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A6 3670K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Llano vs Kaby Lake).
  • 28.1% larger die size
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher die size than the average processor (228 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 76.2% fewer transistors
    AMD A6 3670K has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.2 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD A6 3670K uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 32 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    AMD A6 3670K supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 34.7% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (29.9 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Older PCIe version
    AMD A6 3670K supports an older PCIe version than the average processor (2 vs 3.0).
  • 36.4% lower memory speed
    AMD A6 3670K 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.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    AMD A6 3670K uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon HD 6,530D vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.22x higher base power
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (100 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 27.3 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (72.7 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD A6 3670K does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 2.22x higher TDP
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher TDP than the average processor (100 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 79.8% lower single-core score
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (297 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 A6 3670K has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (297 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.297 vs 1,471
  • 53.9% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,145 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 A6 3670K has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,145 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,145 vs 2,483
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher process node than the average processor (32 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 A6 3670K has a higher process node than the average processor (32 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.32 nm vs 12 nm
  • 79% lower PassMark score
    AMD A6 3670K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,216 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 A6 3670K has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,216 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,216 vs 10,532.5
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A6 3670K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Llano 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 A6 3670K uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Llano vs Kaby Lake).Llano vs Kaby Lake
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A6 3670K 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 A6 3670K has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 2.22x higher base power
    AMD A6 3670K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (100 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 A6 3670K has a higher base power draw than the average processor (100 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.100 W vs 45 W
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A6 3670K does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMD A6 3670K does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD A6 3670K?

  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy and flexible overclocking
  • Integrated Radeon HD 6530D graphics provided decent entry-level performance for its era
  • Excellent value for money at launch, offering a quad-core setup at a low price point
  • Consistent performance under varying real-world conditions for basic tasks
  • Supports Dual Graphics (Crossfire) with specific entry-level dedicated cards like the HD 6670

What customers dislike about AMD A6 3670K?

  • High TDP of 100W results in high power consumption and requires significant cooling
  • Now considered 'borderline unusable' for modern operating systems and AAA gaming
  • Strongly bottlenecked by single-core speed compared to contemporary Intel Core i5 alternatives
  • Integrated graphics rely heavily on RAM speed, which is limited by the older DDR3 standard
  • FM1 socket was short-lived, severely limiting future motherboard upgrade paths

Expert reviews

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cpubenchmark.net
28/01/2023
AMD A6-3670 APU - CPU Benchmarks & Performance Data

The AMD A6-3670 APU is a 2012 "Llano" desktop processor combining a 2.7 GHz quad-core CPU with Radeon HD 6530D graphics on the Socket FM1 platform. As a "Black Edition" chip, it features an unlocked multiplier for overclocking and supports DDR3 1866 MT/s memory. Key advantages include integrated graphics that offered competitive performance at release and support for AMD Dual...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
14/10/2014
Processor Test: 122 models compared

This Tom's Hardware France review provides a comprehensive benchmark hierarchy of 122 processors, comparing multiple generations of AMD and Intel architectures to guide upgrade decisions. Top-tier gaming performance is led by AMD's 3D V-Cache processors, while modern Arrow Lake and Zen 5 architectures drive significant multi-threaded productivity gains, often doubling performance...Read more

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noticias3d.com
25/02/2012
ASRock A75 Pro4 and A75 Pro4-M with Dual Graphics (including A6-3670K benchmarks)

The Noticias3D review highlights the ASRock A75 Pro4 and A75 Pro4-M as robust, high-end solutions for AMD "Llano" FM1 APUs, featuring a comprehensive UEFI BIOS for easy management. Key capabilities include AMD Dual Graphics support for pairing APU graphics with a dedicated Radeon HD 6670, alongside native USB 3.0 and SATA3 (6.0 Gb/s) via the Hudson-D3 chipset. The boards offer...Read more

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tomshw.it
30/04/2012
CPU Buyer's Guide: Best Picks for May 2012 - Tom's Hardware

This May 2012 review from Tom's Hardware highlights the transition to Intel’s 22nm "Ivy Bridge" architecture, featuring the Core i7-3770K and i5-3570K as new performance leaders. Key pros include roughly 20% better energy efficiency, improved integrated graphics, and native USB 3.0/PCIe 3.0 support, although the update is more incremental than revolutionary. For enthusiasts, the...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
04/10/2012
AMD Trinity: the new desktop APUs of the A-series | Page 1

The HWUpgrade.it review of AMD's Trinity desktop APUs highlights a transition to Piledriver CPU cores and VLIW4-based graphics, featuring the flagship A10-5800K with Radeon HD 7660D graphics, delivering a 10-15% CPU performance boost and 15-17% GPU boost over Llano. Major advantages include superior integrated graphics performance compared to Intel Core i3s and an excellent...Read more

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tomshw.it
29/05/2015
A Look at Different CPUs - Tom's Hardware

This Tom's Hardware Italy review benchmarks 46 Intel and AMD processors, highlighting a clear divide where AMD’s X3D chips dominate in gaming performance, often exceeding Intel by 30%. Conversely, Intel’s Arrow Lake architecture is lauded as a pro for superior single-threaded productivity, though its removal of Hyper-Threading can be a con for specific multi-threaded tasks. While...Read more

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hardware.info
19/03/2012
Overclockable Llano: AMD A8-3870K / A6-3670K review

The AMD A8-3870K and A6-3670K, featured in the Hardware.info review, are notable as the first unlocked "K" series Llano APUs, offering enthusiasts easy CPU and GPU overclocking via an unlocked multiplier. The flagship A8-3870K delivers four cores at 3.0 GHz and Radeon HD 6550D graphics, providing excellent budget performance that outperforms contemporary Intel Sandy Bridge...Read more

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