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  • Avg. price: ~£400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 810
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 2.6 GHz

AMD A6 4455M review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.3

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%

3.3

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.3

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%

2.6

Performance

18.0%

3.2

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.0

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.6

Platform

1.0%

5.4

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

  • 1.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD A6-4455M is a mobile ultra-low-voltage dual-core processor from the Trinity series, released in mid-2012 for thin-and-light laptops. Manufactured on a 32nm process, it features a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz with a Turbo Core boost up to 2.6 GHz, 2 MB of L2 cache, and an integrated Radeon HD 7500G GPU. Its primary advantages include a low 17W TDP for better battery efficiency and support for modern instruction sets like AVX, AES, and FMA. However, it is not a 'true' dual-core due to its shared-module Piledriver architecture, resulting in weak multitasking performance and a struggle with demanding applications compared to contemporary Intel ULV counterparts.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A6 4455M

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

3.3
AMD A6 4455M has a technical score of 3.34 points, which is lower than that of 97.2% 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 A6 4455M 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%

3.3

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

4.9
AMD A6 4455M has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.9 points, which is lower than 97.8% 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 A6 4455M 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

FP2
AMD A6 4455M uses the FP2 CPU socket, which is older than that of 60.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% 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

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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 4455M 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+

2
AMD A6 4455M has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% 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+

2
AMD A6 4455M offers 2 CPU threads, which is fewer than 93.9% of processors and equal to 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 4455M 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

2.6 GHz
AMD A6 4455M reaches a boost clock of 2.6 GHz which is lower than that of 96.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% 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

2 x 2.1 GHz
AMD A6 4455M has a base clock of 2x2.1 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 4455M 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 4455M 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 4455M 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 A6 4455M 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

96 KB
AMD A6 4455M has an L1 cache of 96 KB which is smaller than that of 98.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% 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 4455M 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

1,333 MHz
AMD A6 4455M supports memory speeds up to 1333 MHz, which is lower than that of 98.7% of processors and equal to 1.4% 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

DDR3-1333 MHz
AMD A6 4455M supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-1333 MHz, which is lower than that of 98.7% of processors and equal to 1.1% 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 A6 4455M 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 A6 4455M 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 7500G
AMD A6 4455M uses the Radeon HD 7500G integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 86.5% 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

4
AMD A6 4455M has 4 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 90.3% of processors and equal to 2.6% 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

327 MHz
AMD A6 4455M has an integrated GPU clock of 327 MHz which is lower than that of 56.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.1% 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), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), MPEG-4 (HW decode)
AMD A6 4455M supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode), MPEG-4 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 51.2% of processors and equal to 1.1% 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

17 W
AMD A6 4455M has a TDP of 17 W which is lower than that of 76.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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

17 W
AMD A6 4455M has a base power of 17 W which is lower than that of 75.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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

no
AMD A6 4455M does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD A6 4455M vs the average processor

  • 62.2% lower base power
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (17 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 4455M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (17 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.17 W vs 45 W
  • 62.2% lower TDP
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower TDP than the average processor (17 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 A6 4455M has a lower TDP than the average processor (17 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.17 W vs 45 W
  • 62.2% lower base power
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (17 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 62.2% lower TDP
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower TDP than the average processor (17 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Power & Thermal
  • 8 year/s older release date
    AMD A6 4455M has an older release date than the average processor (2,012 vs 2,020).
    May 2012
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD A6 4455M does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 67.9% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (798 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 84.7% lower single-core score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (225 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 39.5% lower boost clock
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 95.2% lower multi-core score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (231 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 92.3% lower PassMark score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (810 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A6 4455M does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 7 lower clock multiplier
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (21 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A6 4455M 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 4455M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).
  • 38.2% larger die size
    AMD A6 4455M has a higher die size than the average processor (246 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 75% smaller L1 cache
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (96 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 73.7% fewer transistors
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.3 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD A6 4455M uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 32 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD A6 4455M 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.
  • 53.5% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (21.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Older DDR support
    AMD A6 4455M supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 54.6% lower memory speed
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,333 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Older PCIe version
    AMD A6 4455M supports an older PCIe version than the average processor (2 vs 3.0).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD A6 4455M 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 A6 4455M uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon HD 7,500G vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD A6 4455M does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 67.9% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (798 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 4455M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (798 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.798 vs 2,483
  • 84.7% lower single-core score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (225 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 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (225 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.225 vs 1,471
  • 39.5% lower boost clock
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.6 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 A6 4455M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.2.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 95.2% lower multi-core score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (231 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 A6 4455M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (231 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.231 vs 4,793
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A6 4455M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 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 4455M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 92.3% lower PassMark score
    AMD A6 4455M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (810 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 4455M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (810 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.810 vs 10,532.5
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A6 4455M 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 4455M 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
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A6 4455M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity 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 4455M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).Trinity vs Kaby Lake
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD A6 4455M?

  • Energy efficient with a low 17W TDP, making it ideal for thin-and-light laptops
  • Sufficient performance for basic daily tasks like web browsing and office applications
  • Significantly faster than previous AMD E-Series entry-level processors
  • Includes support for modern instruction sets like AVX, FMA, and AES encryption
  • Integrated Radeon HD 7500G graphics are capable of handling retro games and smooth video playback

What customers dislike about AMD A6 4455M?

  • Weak dual-core performance that struggles with heavy multitasking and modern applications
  • Cannot compete with Intel's ULV (Ultra Low Voltage) processors of the same era
  • Significant input lag reported when attempting to run modern operating systems like Windows 11
  • Poor gaming performance for contemporary titles, limited to low settings or older games
  • Locked multiplier prevents any meaningful overclocking for performance gains

Expert reviews

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD A6-4455M APU - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD A6-4455M APU is a 17W, 32nm dual-core "Trinity" processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a 2.1 GHz base clock (up to 2.6 GHz) and integrated Radeon HD 7500G graphics [PassMark]. Its primary advantages include low power consumption for better battery life, support for AVX/AES instructions, and a 13% faster single-thread performance compared to older...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
30/03/2026
AMD A6-4455M Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The AMD A6-4455M is a 2012 Trinity-architecture dual-core processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, operating between 2.1 GHz and 2.6 GHz with AVX support for basic computing tasks. Pros include high energy efficiency with a 17W TDP, the integrated Radeon HD 7500G graphics, and hardware virtualization, while cons include an outdated 32nm process and performance limitations that...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
30/03/2026
AMD A6-4455M APU - CPU UserBenchmarks

Released in Q3 2012 for thin-and-light notebooks, the AMD A6-4455M is a 32nm dual-core Trinity APU operating at a 2.1 GHz base clock with 2.6 GHz turbo speeds. It features integrated Radeon HD 7500G graphics (360-497 MHz) with DirectX 11 support, positioning it in the lower tier of processors from that era, according to data from Notebookcheck. Pros include a low 17W TDP for high...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
Undated
AMD A6-4455M | LaptopMedia - Specifications and Benchmarks

The AMD A6-4455M is a dual-core Ultra-Low Voltage (ULV) processor designed for thin-and-light notebooks, featuring a 2.1 GHz base clock with 2.6 GHz turbo, along with improved architectural features like AVX. While suitable for basic daily tasks, it struggles with demanding applications due to its two-thread limit, with significant performance lags behind competitive Intel Core i5...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
07/02/2013
Acer Aspire V5-471G Notebook Review

The Notebookcheck review of the Acer Aspire V5-471G highlights a budget-friendly 14-inch laptop balancing portability with an Intel Core i5-3317U processor and NVIDIA GeForce GT 620M graphics. Its slim, lightweight design (approx. 2.1 kg) and sleek aesthetics are primary advantages. However, the device suffers from poor battery life and a lackluster 1366 x 768 display with low...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/05/2012
AMD A6-4455M | LaptopMedia

The AMD A6-4455M is a 32nm dual-core Trinity-generation mobile processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a 17W TDP with a 2.1 GHz base and 2.6 GHz turbo clock. It is equipped with Radeon HD 7500G graphics and supports Turbo Core 3.0, AVX, and AES instructions, aimed at energy-efficient, basic daily computing. While the chip offers better integrated graphics than some...Read more

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