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  • Avg. price: ~£320
  • PassMark benchmark result: 1524
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

AMD A9 9425 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.0

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%

3.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.0

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%

1.9

Performance

18.0%

3.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 1.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    1.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.7

    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%

    1.1

    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 A9-9425 is an entry-level dual-core processor from the Stoney Ridge APU series, released in mid-2018 for budget laptops. It features a base clock speed of 3.1 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.7 GHz, 1 MB of L2 cache, and an integrated Radeon R5 GPU with 192 shader units operating at up to 900 MHz. Its main advantages include a low thermal design power (TDP) of 15W, making it suitable for thin-and-light devices, and support for modern single-channel DDR4-2133 memory and H.265 video decoding. However, its significant cons include a legacy 28 nm manufacturing process that results in poor energy efficiency by modern standards, and very limited multi-threaded performance that restricts the chip to basic office tasks and web browsing.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD A9 9425

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%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

3.0
AMD A9 9425 has a technical score of 3.03 points, which is lower than that of 99.2% 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 A9 9425 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%

3.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

4.8
AMD A9 9425 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 A9 9425 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

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Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

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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 A9 9425 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 A9 9425 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 A9 9425 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 A9 9425 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 A9 9425 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

2 x 3.1 GHz
AMD A9 9425 has a base clock of 2x3.1 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

28 nm
AMD A9 9425 uses a 28 nm process node, which is older than that of 94.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

GlobalFoundries 28 nm
AMD A9 9425 is built on the GlobalFoundries 28 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 94.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

0 MB
AMD A9 9425 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

1 MB
AMD A9 9425 has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% 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

160 KB
AMD A9 9425 has an L1 cache of 160 KB which is smaller than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% 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

DDR4
AMD A9 9425 supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% 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

2,133 MHz
AMD A9 9425 supports memory speeds up to 2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2133 MHz
AMD A9 9425 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.9% of processors and equal to 5.3% 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 A9 9425 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

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AMD A9 9425 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Radeon R5
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon R5
AMD A9 9425 uses the Radeon R5 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 84.2% of processors and equal to that in 0.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

3
AMD A9 9425 has 3 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 93% of processors and equal to 2.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode)
AMD A9 9425 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 74.9% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD A9 9425 has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD A9 9425 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD A9 9425 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10 W
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AMD A9 9425 vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 10 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.90 °C vs 100 °C
  • 29.8% smaller die size
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².125 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 29.8% smaller die size
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower die size than the average processor (125 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 10 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Power & Thermal
  • 4 year/s older release date
    AMD A9 9425 has an older release date than the average processor (2,016 vs 2,020).
    May 2016
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD A9 9425 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD A9 9425 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 89.8% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (284 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 46.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,325 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 48.1% lower single-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (763 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 59.7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (195 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 84.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (763 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 85.5% lower PassMark score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD A9 9425 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.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD A9 9425 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A9 9425 has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD A9 9425 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Stoney Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 58.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (160 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 75.8% fewer transistors
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.2 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD A9 9425 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 28 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 62.7% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (17.1 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 1 fewer memory channels
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer memory channels than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD A9 9425 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 87.5% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD A9 9425 has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (3 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    AMD A9 9425 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon R5 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 10 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 89.8% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (284 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (284 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.284 vs 2,783
  • 46.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,325 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 A9 9425 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,325 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,325 vs 2,483
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD A9 9425 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 A9 9425 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 48.1% lower single-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (763 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 A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (763 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.763 vs 1,471
  • 59.7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (195 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (195 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.195 vs 484
  • 84.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (763 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 A9 9425 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (763 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.763 vs 4,793
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD A9 9425 has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD A9 9425 has a higher process node than the average processor (28 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.28 nm vs 12 nm
  • 85.5% lower PassMark score
    AMD A9 9425 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    AMD A9 9425 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.1,524 vs 10,532.5
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD A9 9425?

  • Capable of handling basic daily tasks like web browsing, document editing, and checking emails
  • Commonly found in budget-friendly, entry-level laptops
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) allows for better battery life in some thin-and-light laptop designs
  • Includes integrated Radeon R5 graphics which can handle older or very light games at low settings
  • Supports DDR4 RAM, providing a slight speed advantage over older DDR3-based entry-level chips

What customers dislike about AMD A9 9425?

  • Poor multitasking performance due to having only 2 cores and 2 threads
  • Struggles significantly with modern games, often failing to maintain playable frame rates even on low settings
  • High CPU usage is common; background tasks like Windows updates or anti-virus can slow the system to a crawl
  • Outdated 28nm architecture makes it much less efficient and slower than newer Ryzen-based alternatives
  • Often becomes a bottleneck in systems, even when paired with 8GB or 16GB of RAM

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29/03/2026
AMD A9-9425 Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The AMD A9-9425 is a 2018 entry-level "Stoney Ridge" 28nm, dual-core mobile processor with integrated Radeon R5 graphics, designed for low-cost, 15W TDP budget laptops. It is best suited for basic tasks like web browsing and office work, offering affordable performance for light usage. However, significant limitations include poor multitasking due to the dual-core design and subpar...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
30/03/2026
AMD A9-9425 APU (2016 M.SR) - UserBenchmark

The AMD A9-9425 is an entry-level, dual-core "Stoney Ridge" APU (3.1–3.7 GHz) designed for budget-conscious laptops and light, everyday tasks. It features an integrated Radeon R5 GPU with 192 shaders, offering 15W power efficiency, but it is limited by an older 28nm process and lower performance compared to modern alternatives. While offering sufficient speed for basic web browsing...Read more

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computerbild.de
24/03/2020
Laptops from 300 euros: Budget laptops for the home office in review

Computer Bild’s review of notebooks starting at 300 euros indicates that while budget models from brands like Acer and Medion offer decent input devices, they often suffer from poor display quality and limited performance for heavy tasks. While the test highlights diverse form factors—including 17-inch devices and convertibles—it cautions that inconsistent build quality and...Read more

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notebookinfo.de
12/03/2019
Lenovo IdeaPad V145-15AST 81MT002AGE Reviews & Specs

The Lenovo IdeaPad V145-15AST (81MT002AGE) is a budget-focused 15.6-inch laptop equipped with an AMD A9-9425 processor, 8GB RAM, and a 256GB SSD, tailored for basic office tasks and web browsing. Key pros include a Full HD matte display, a comfortable, spill-resistant keyboard, and versatile ports, although it lacks USB-C connectivity. Significant cons feature a short battery life...Read more

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