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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2618
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

AMD A8 5500 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.0

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%

3.6

Technical Score

10.0%

7.6

User score

Poor
3.6

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

3.0

Performance

18.0%

3.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.8

Platform

1.0%

6.7

Integrated Graphics

Poor
7.6

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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.8

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(67)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Very good
  • 1.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.7

    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

  • amd-a8-5500
amd-a8-5500

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Verdict

The AMD A8-5500 is a quad-core desktop APU based on the 32nm Trinity architecture, designed for the Socket FM2 platform with a 65W TDP. It features a base clock speed of 3.2 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.7 GHz, supported by 4 MB of L2 cache and integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics operating at 760 MHz. Main pros include its energy efficiency for its era, reliable multitasking for general office work, and a decent integrated GPU that handles 1080p video playback and light legacy gaming without a dedicated card. However, significant cons include its outdated performance by modern standards, lack of support for DDR4 memory or PCIe 3.0, and a dead-end upgrade path limited to the aging FM2 socket.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A8 5500

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

3.0

Performance

18.0%

3.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.8

Platform

1.0%

6.7

Integrated Graphics

3.6
AMD A8 5500 has a technical score of 3.63 points, which is lower than that of 91.8% 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%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

4.8

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(67)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.6
AMD A8 5500 has a user score of 7.6 points, which is lower than that of 88.9% 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.
4.8
AMD A8 5500 has a popularity of 4.8 points, which is higher than 81.9% 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%

4.0

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

5.8
AMD A8 5500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 73.6% 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

desktop
AMD A8 5500 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

FM2
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

A88X, A85X, A78, A75, A68H, A55
AMD A8 5500 supports A88X, A85X, A78, A75, A68H, A55 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 64.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% 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 A8 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.7 GHz
AMD A8 5500 reaches a boost clock of 3.7 GHz which is lower than that of 72.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 3.2 GHz
AMD A8 5500 has a base clock of 4x3.2 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 A8 5500 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 A8 5500 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

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 5500 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 5500 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 7560D
AMD A8 5500 uses the Radeon HD 7560D integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 86.1% of processors and equal to that in 0.1% 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

4
AMD A8 5500 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

760 MHz
AMD A8 5500 has an integrated GPU clock of 760 MHz which is higher than that of 90.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
AMD A8 5500 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 58.1% of processors and equal to 1.3% 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

65 W
AMD A8 5500 has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

65 W
AMD A8 5500 has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% 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

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 A8 5500 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD A8 5500 vs the average processor

  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD A8 5500 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 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 A8 5500 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.24 vs 16
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD A8 5500 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 A8 5500 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 26 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (74 °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 A8 5500 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (74 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.74 °C vs 100 °C
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD A8 5500 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD A8 5500 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.AES, SHA, PCLMULQDQ, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • 4.8x more popular
    AMD A8 5500 is more popular than the average processor (4.80 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 A8 5500 is more popular than the average processor (4.80 vs 1.000).4.8 vs 1
  • 2.17x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD A8 5500 has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (760 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
    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

    AMD A8 5500 has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (760 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.760 MHz vs 350 MHz
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 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
  • 2.78x cheaper
    AMD A8 5500 is cheaper than the average processor (£90 vs £250).
    AMD A8 5500 is cheaper than the average processor (£90 vs £250).£90 vs £250
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD A8 5500 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD A8 5500 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.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD A8 5500 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 2.17x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD A8 5500 has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (760 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD A8 5500 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD A8 5500 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 26 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (74 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

Total
Overall
Platform
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 8 year/s older release date
    AMD A8 5500 has an older release date than the average processor (2,012 vs 2,020).
    February 2012
  • Older CPU socket
    AMD A8 5500 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FM2 vs FP2).
  • 74.3% lower single-core score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (378 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 46% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,340 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 92.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (378 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 75.1% lower PassMark score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,618 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A8 5500 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A8 5500 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 32.5% lower bus transfer rate
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5.4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 32.5% lower bus speed
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5.4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).
  • 38.2% larger die size
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 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 5500 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 5500 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 32 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    AMD A8 5500 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 34.7% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A8 5500 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 A8 5500 supports an older PCIe version than the average processor (2 vs 3.0).
  • 36.4% lower memory speed
    AMD A8 5500 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.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon HD 7,560D vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD A8 5500 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 28.7 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (71.3 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD A8 5500 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD A8 5500 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD A8 5500 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 74.3% lower single-core score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (378 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 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (378 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.378 vs 1,471
  • 46% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,340 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 5500 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,340 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,340 vs 2,483
  • 92.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (378 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 5500 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (378 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.378 vs 4,793
  • 2.67x larger process node
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 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
  • 75.1% lower PassMark score
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,618 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 5500 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,618 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,618 vs 10,532.5
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD A8 5500 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 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 5500 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Trinity vs Kaby Lake).Trinity vs Kaby Lake
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A8 5500 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 5500 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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amazon
4.4
67 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD A8 5500?

  • Cost-effective solution for basic office tasks, web browsing, and email
  • Low 65W TDP makes it more energy-efficient and cooler than higher-end models like the A8-5600K
  • Integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics provide a decent entry-level GPU for older or very light eSports titles without needing a dedicated card
  • Reliable performance for non-Windows environments like Linux for everyday media consumption
  • Supports hardware virtualization and Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) for improved VM and calculation performance

What customers dislike about AMD A8 5500?

  • Significantly outdated architecture that struggles with modern multitasking and current operating systems
  • Unplayable performance in modern AAA games, often experiencing severe stuttering and low frame rates (under 30 FPS)
  • Limited upgrade path as it uses the obsolete FM2 socket and DDR3 RAM, requiring a full motherboard and RAM replacement for any meaningful boost
  • Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking to gain additional performance
  • Lacks L3 cache, which heavily impacts gaming performance compared to newer Ryzen alternatives

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openbenchmarking.org
29/03/2026
AMD A8-5500 APU Performance on OpenBenchmarking.org

The AMD A8-5500 is a 2012 "Piledriver" quad-core APU designed for the Socket FM2 platform, featuring a 3.2GHz base clock (3.7GHz boost) and integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics. Operating at a 65W TDP, it provides an energy-efficient, budget-friendly solution suitable for basic daily tasks, media consumption, and light office work. Pros of this processor include competitive energy...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD A8-5500 APU - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD A8-5500 is a 2012-era 32nm "Trinity" processor for the Socket FM2 platform, featuring four cores operating at 3.2 GHz base and 3.7 GHz boost. It includes Radeon HD 7560D integrated graphics, designed to handle basic gaming and multimedia without a dedicated card. Key advantages include a power-efficient 65W TDP compared to the A8-5600K and support for instruction sets like...Read more

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tomshardware.com
26/09/2012
AMD Trinity On The Desktop: A10, A8, And A6 Get Piledriver

The Tom’s Hardware review of AMD's Trinity APUs (A10-5800K, A8-5600K, A6-5400K) highlights a significant shift toward integrated graphics performance over raw CPU power. The A10-5800K, featuring the Radeon HD 7660D, provides a notable 20% speed boost in gaming over the previous generation, while the A6-5400K serves as a budget-oriented, dual-core option. Key pros include superior...Read more

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bild.de
10/08/2012
CPU Benchmarks: The fastest processors tested

The Bild review compares high-end processors, highlighting the Intel Core i7-3770K (Ivy Bridge) as the top performer for speed and efficiency against the AMD FX-8150. Intel’s 22nm chip offers superior per-clock performance, 77W TDP, and faster integrated graphics, while AMD’s 8-core FX-8150 provides high multi-threaded performance and massive overclocking potential for...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
20/03/2026
AMD A8-5500B APU CPU Performance Benchmarks

The AMD A8-5500B is a 32nm "Trinity" quad-core APU from 2013 designed for business desktops, operating at 3.2 GHz with a 3.7 GHz boost and a 65W TDP. Featuring integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics, it offers basic visual performance suitable for office tasks and light, legacy gaming while supporting DDR3-1866 memory and virtualization. With a PassMark score of approximately 2,617,...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Marzo 2026
AMD A8-5500 APU - CPU Performance Benchmarks

The AMD A8-5500 is a 2012-era 3.2 GHz quad-core Trinity APU featuring integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics and a 65W TDP. While offering competitive entry-level integrated graphics at launch, the processor is limited by a locked multiplier and subpar single-core performance compared to contemporary Intel alternatives. With a PassMark score of 2,618, it is considered a legacy,...Read more

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nexthardware.com
02/10/2012
AMD A10-5800K and A8-5600K APUs: Trinity is here! (Includes comparative performance data for the A8-5500)

The NextHardware review of the AMD Trinity APUs (A10-5800K/A8-5600K) highlights the shift to Piledriver CPU architecture and VLIW4 graphics, with the A85X chipset providing a robust platform with eight SATA 6Gbps ports. Performance is dominated by the Radeon HD 7660D/7560D integrated graphics, which offer nearly double the performance of Intel's HD 4000, making these APUs ideal for...Read more

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tomshw.it
18/06/2012
AMD Trinity: A10, A8 and A6 Desktop APU Preview Performance Tests

This Tom's Hardware Italy preview details AMD's transition of the Trinity architecture to the desktop, highlighting the Piledriver x86 cores in the A10-5800K, A8-5600K, and A6-5400K models. A major improvement is the switch from VLIW5 to VLIW4 graphics architecture, which, despite having fewer cores in some models, boosts graphical performance over the previous Llano generation and...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
04/10/2012
AMD Trinity: The New A-Series Desktop APUs

The AMD Trinity desktop APU family, featuring the Piledriver architecture and VLIW4 graphics, represents a significant shift for the Socket FM2 platform, focusing on balancing CPU tasks with superior integrated graphics. Pros include exceptional integrated Radeon HD 7660D graphics, offering strong 720p/1080p gaming performance, alongside improved idle power consumption and robust...Read more

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hardware.info
02/10/2012
AMD A10-5800K / A8-5600K review: AMD's latest desktop APUs

The AMD A10-5800K and A8-5600K "Trinity" APUs provide significant advancements for budget desktop builds, specifically through superior integrated graphics performance (Radeon HD 7660D/7560D) that outperforms Intel's HD 4000. Pros include excellent value for budget gaming without a discrete card and easy overclocking via unlocked multipliers, while cons include lower single-threaded...Read more

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hardware.info
02/10/2012
AMD A10-5800K / A8-5600K Review: AMD's Latest Desktop APUs (Including A8-5500 Data)

The Hardware Info review of the AMD A10-5800K and A8-5600K examines the "Trinity" architecture, which merges "Piledriver" CPU cores with Radeon HD graphics, necessitating the new Socket FM2 platform. Key specifications include the flagship A10-5800K with 384 shader cores at 800 MHz and a 3.8 GHz base clock (4.2 GHz Turbo), while the A8-5600K runs slightly lower at 760 MHz and a 3.6...Read more

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hardware.info
28/05/2013
45 processors reviewed: from Intel Celeron to Core i7, from AMD A4 to FX

This Hardware.info review of 45 processors, ranging from Intel Celeron/Core i7 to AMD A4/FX, highlights a massive performance gap in x264 HD 5.0.1 video encoding tests, with Intel's Haswell and Ivy Bridge architectures dominating in efficiency and speed. While high-end Intel Core i7-4770K/3970X models excel in multi-threaded tasks, AMD's A10 APUs provide strong, cost-effective...Read more

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htforum.nl
20/05/2013
HTPC Review and User Experience: AMD A8-5500

This HTForum.nl thread explores building a high-performance HTPC as a centralized media solution, focusing on utilizing JRiver Media Center and MadVR for superior video and audio processing. Key discussions highlight the need for balancing high-end hardware capabilities, specifically for intense video scaling, with the requirement for a quiet, efficient setup. Key advantages...Read more

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