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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£480
  • Avg. price in US: ~$550
  • PassMark benchmark result: 1341
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 2.4 GHz

AMD A8 4555M review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.4

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%

3.4

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.4

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%

2.8

Performance

18.0%

3.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.6

Platform

1.0%

7.0

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

  • 1.1
    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%

    1.8

    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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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £480

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Verdict

The AMD A8-4555M is a power-efficient, quad-core mobile processor based on the Trinity architecture, launched in late 2012 for thin-and-light notebooks. It features a base clock speed of 1.6 GHz with a Turbo Core boost up to 2.4 GHz, 4 MB of L2 cache, and a low Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 19W. A key strength is its integrated Radeon HD 7600G graphics, which supports DirectX 11 and provides decent performance for entry-level gaming and daily multimedia tasks. However, it suffers from relatively weak single-core performance compared to Intel's ULV counterparts and utilizes an aging 32nm manufacturing process that limits its effectiveness in modern, high-demand applications.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A8 4555M

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

3.4
AMD A8 4555M has a technical score of 3.39 points, which is lower than that of 96.2% 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 A8 4555M 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%

3.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

4.8
AMD A8 4555M has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.8 points, which is lower than 98.6% 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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

2.4 GHz
AMD A8 4555M reaches a boost clock of 2.4 GHz which is lower than that of 98.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 1.6 GHz
AMD A8 4555M has a base clock of 4x1.6 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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

192 KB
AMD A8 4555M has an L1 cache of 192 KB which is smaller than that of 79% of processors and equal to that of 2.3% 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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 7600G
AMD A8 4555M uses the Radeon HD 7600G integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 86.1% 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

320 MHz
AMD A8 4555M has an integrated GPU clock of 320 MHz which is lower than that of 56.8% 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 A8 4555M 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

19 W
AMD A8 4555M has a TDP of 19 W which is lower than that of 76% 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

19 W
AMD A8 4555M has a base power of 19 W which is lower than that of 75.6% 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 A8 4555M does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD A8 4555M vs the average processor

  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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
  • 57.8% lower base power
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (19 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 A8 4555M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (19 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.19 W vs 45 W
  • 57.8% lower TDP
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower TDP than the average processor (19 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 A8 4555M has a lower TDP than the average processor (19 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.19 W vs 45 W
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD A8 4555M has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
    What it is: The maximum number of displays the processor can drive at once.
    When it matters: When you plan a multi-monitor setup with integrated graphics.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: 4

    AMD A8 4555M has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.4 vs 3
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD A8 4555M has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 57.8% lower base power
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (19 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 57.8% lower TDP
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower TDP than the average processor (19 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 8 year/s older release date
    AMD A8 4555M has an older release date than the average processor (2,012 vs 2,020).
    September 2012
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD A8 4555M does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 68.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (780 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 83.8% lower single-core score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (239 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 44.2% lower boost clock
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 89.3% lower multi-core score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (511 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 87.3% lower PassMark score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,341 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A8 4555M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A8 4555M does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A8 4555M has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD A8 4555M has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 12 lower clock multiplier
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (16 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).
  • 38.2% larger die size
    AMD A8 4555M has a higher die size than the average processor (246 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (192 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 73.7% fewer transistors
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 32 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 53.5% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 54.6% lower memory speed
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M supports an older PCIe version than the average processor (2 vs 3.0).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon HD 7,600G vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD A8 4555M does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 68.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (780 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 A8 4555M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (780 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.780 vs 2,483
  • 83.8% lower single-core score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (239 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 A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (239 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.239 vs 1,471
  • 44.2% lower boost clock
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.4 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 A8 4555M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (2.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.2.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 89.3% lower multi-core score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (511 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 A8 4555M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (511 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.511 vs 4,793
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M 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
  • 87.3% lower PassMark score
    AMD A8 4555M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,341 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 A8 4555M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,341 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.1,341 vs 10,532.5
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).Trinity vs Kaby Lake
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A8 4555M 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 A8 4555M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD A8 4555M?

  • Integrated Radeon HD 7600G graphics often outperform contemporary Intel entry-level counterparts (like HD 4000) in light gaming.
  • Low 19W TDP makes it well-suited for thin-and-light notebooks and helps maintain low system temperatures.
  • True quad-core architecture provides better multitasking capabilities compared to some dual-core competitors of its era.
  • Sufficient performance for daily productivity tasks such as web browsing and office applications.
  • Generally offered in budget-friendly laptop models, providing good value for the price point.

What customers dislike about AMD A8 4555M?

  • Relatively low base clock speed (1.6 GHz) leads to weaker single-threaded performance.
  • Susceptible to clock speed throttling under heavy multi-core loads, affecting 'snappiness' during intensive use.
  • Limited thermal and power headroom often prevents both the CPU and GPU from running at peak speeds simultaneously.
  • Struggles with modern or demanding 3D titles, often requiring settings to be dialed down significantly to achieve playable frame rates.
  • Lacks support for modern features such as DDR4 RAM or newer PCIe standards due to its older architecture.

Expert reviews

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The AMD A8-4555M and Intel Core i3-2328M are 2012-era, budget laptop processors, with the quad-core AMD offering roughly 9% higher multi-threaded performance and better 19W efficiency compared to the dual-core Intel. While the A8-4555M excels in graphics (Radeon HD 7600G) and battery life, it falls behind in single-thread speed. Conversely, the 35W Intel i3-2328M provides roughly...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
29/03/2026

The AMD A8-4555M is a 2012-era, 19-Watt ultra-low-voltage quad-core processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a base clock of 1.6 GHz and a 2.4 GHz boost, according to Geekbench Browser. Pros include four physical cores for better multi-tasking and a relatively strong integrated Radeon HD 7600G GPU for its time, ideal for light gaming. Conversely, significant cons...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The AMD A8-4555M is a 32nm "Trinity" architecture APU, featuring four cores (two modules) running at 1.6 GHz to 2.4 GHz, designed specifically for slim notebooks. Its 19W TDP offers strong energy efficiency, allowing for low power consumption and heat generation similar to ULV chips. A key advantage is the integrated Radeon HD 7600G graphics, which historically outperformed many...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
29/11/2025

The AMD A8-4555M is a 2012 Trinity-architecture APU with four cores, 1.6 GHz base/2.4 GHz boost, and 19W TDP, optimized for thin-and-light laptops. It offers superior integrated Radeon HD 7600G graphics compared to contemporaries, enabling basic gaming and daily tasks. However, the processor suffers from low single-core performance (20%+ slower than Intel rivals) and lacks upgrade...Read more

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techspot.com
23/04/2013

The TechSpot review of the Sapphire Edge VS8 highlights a compact mini-PC powered by an AMD A8-4555M APU, offering a space-saving design ideal for basic tasks or HTPC use. It is praised for solid GPU performance, quiet operation, and a clean, bloatware-free Windows 7 installation, alongside versatile connectivity options including USB 3.0 and HDMI. However, the 500GB 5400rpm hard...Read more

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laptopmag.com
28/03/2013

The HP Pavilion TouchSmart 15z-b000 is a budget-friendly Windows 8 laptop featuring a responsive 15-inch touch screen, a comfortable island-style keyboard, and high-quality Altec Lansing audio. The device is praised for its sturdy, portable design and for remaining cool during operation. However, major drawbacks include subpar performance from its AMD A8 processor and significantly...Read more

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laptopmag.com
12/02/2013

The HP Pavilion Sleekbook 15z-b000 is an affordable, 4.6-pound, 15.6-inch laptop offering a slim "sparkling black" design, though the glossy plastic is prone to smudges. It features an AMD A8-4555M CPU with 4GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks, and produces loud audio via Altec Lansing speakers. While the keyboard offers a comfortable, full-sized layout, the laptop is hindered by a...Read more

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nexthardware.com
02/01/2013

The Sapphire Edge VS8, reviewed by Nexthardware, is a highly compact, rubberised mini-PC featuring an AMD Trinity A8-4555M APU, offering silent operation and extensive connectivity including USB 3.0 and HDMI. Its Radeon HD 7600G graphics ensure excellent HTPC and office performance, outperforming previous Atom-based systems. While offering great value, the main drawback is the slow...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
04/01/2013

This HWUpgrade review compares the Intel NUC DC3217BY (Core i3-3217U) and the Sapphire Edge VS8 (AMD A8-4555M), highlighting different approaches to the mini-PC market. The Intel NUC, a barebone kit, excels in extreme miniaturization and processing power, though it lacks built-in Ethernet and USB 3.0, limiting connectivity. The Sapphire Edge VS8 provides better out-of-the-box...Read more

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hardware.info
29/01/2013

The Sapphire Edge VS8 is a 660-gram, highly compact mini-PC utilizing AMD's Trinity A8-4555M APU, notable for extensive connectivity including Bluetooth 3.0, Wi-Fi, and USB 3.0. It boasts impressive integrated Radeon HD 7600G 3D performance and nearly silent operation. However, it is hindered by a slow 5400rpm mechanical hard drive and lacks a pre-installed operating system. The...Read more

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tweakers.net
23/05/2013

The Asus Transformer Book TX300 is a premium, high-end Windows 8 hybrid combining a 13.3-inch Full HD IPS tablet with a powerful Ultrabook dock. Featuring a sturdy aluminum design, the unit boasts an Intel Core i7-3517U processor, 4GB RAM, and a rapid 128GB SSD in the tablet portion. The primary, dual-battery system delivers nearly 8 hours of runtime, while the 1080p display offers...Read more

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hardware.info
29/01/2013

The Sapphire Edge VS8 is a compact, VESA-mountable mini-PC featuring an AMD A8-4555M APU with Radeon HD 7600G graphics, offering strong 3D performance and 1080p video capability for its era. It operates quietly, but is heavily bottlenecked by a slow 5,400rpm mechanical hard drive, often prompting recommendations to upgrade to an SSD. While offering excellent connectivity and good...Read more

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hardware.info
29/01/2013

The Sapphire Edge VS8 is a compact mini-PC featuring an AMD Trinity-based A8-4555M APU, offering a quad-core processor and Radeon HD 7600G graphics for decent 3D performance and 1080p video playback in a slim design. Key advantages include the quiet operation, included VESA mount, and comprehensive connectivity, making it a capable, cool-running Home Theatre PC (HTPC) option....Read more

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