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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£9
  • Avg. price in US: ~$10
  • PassMark benchmark result: 1882
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Pro A6 8550B review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.9

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%

3.9

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
3.9

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%

3.5

Performance

18.0%

2.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.6

Platform

1.0%

7.2

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.0

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD PRO A6-8550B is a 6th Gen desktop Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) based on the Godavari architecture, featuring 2 CPU cores and 2 threads with a base clock of 3.7 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.0 GHz. Built on 28nm technology for the FM2+ socket, it includes integrated Radeon R5 Graphics with 4 cores running at 800 MHz and supports DDR3 memory up to 2133 MT/s with a default 65W TDP. Main pros include its relatively high clock speeds for basic office tasks, DirectX 12 support, and enterprise-grade AMD PRO manageability features for system stability. However, significant cons include its outdated dual-core design which struggles with modern multitasking, high power consumption relative to performance, and a lack of official support for Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Pro A6 8550B

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

3.9
AMD Pro A6 8550B has a technical score of 3.94 points, which is lower than that of 83.2% 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 Pro A6 8550B 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%

3.9

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

5.8
AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

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

Importance: HIGH

A88X, A85X, A78, A75, A68H, A55
AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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

4.0 GHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B reaches a boost clock of 4.0 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% 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

2x3.5 GHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B has a base clock of 2x3.5 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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

128 KB
AMD Pro A6 8550B has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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 Pro A6 8550B 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

2,133 MHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B 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

1,866 MHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B supports JEDEC memory speeds up to 1866 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.5% 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

1,866 MHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 1866 MHz, which is higher than that of 87.1% of processors.
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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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

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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

800 MHz
AMD Pro A6 8550B has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 7% 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), VC-1 (HW decode)
AMD Pro A6 8550B supports H.264 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 61.1% 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

65 W
AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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

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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 Pro A6 8550B supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45-65 W
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AMD Pro A6 8550B vs the average processor

  • 28 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72 °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 Pro A6 8550B has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.72 °C vs 100 °C
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 27.78x cheaper
    AMD Pro A6 8550B is cheaper than the average processor (£9 vs £250).
    AMD Pro A6 8550B is cheaper than the average processor (£9 vs £250).£9 vs £250
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 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 Pro A6 8550B has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.800 MHz vs 350 MHz
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, FMA3, FMA4, AES, BMI1, XOP, TBM vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 28 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (72 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Overall
Platform
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 5 year/s older release date
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has an older release date than the average processor (2,015 vs 2,020).
    September 2015
  • No crypto acceleration
    AMD Pro A6 8550B does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 80.8% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (534 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 63.7% lower single-core score
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (534 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 34.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,631 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 82.1% lower PassMark score
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,882 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • No multithreading support
    AMD Pro A6 8550B does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari vs Kaby Lake).
  • 37.6% larger die size
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a higher die size than the average processor (245 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • Less advanced foundry
    AMD Pro A6 8550B uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 28 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 51.3% fewer transistors
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has fewer transistors than the average processor (2.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Older DDR support
    AMD Pro A6 8550B supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 34.7% lower memory bandwidth
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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.
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Radeon R5 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 28 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (72 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 80.8% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (534 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 Pro A6 8550B has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (534 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.534 vs 2,783
  • 63.7% lower single-core score
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (534 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 Pro A6 8550B has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (534 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.534 vs 1,471
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 34.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,631 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 Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,631 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,631 vs 2,483
  • 2.33x larger process node
    AMD Pro A6 8550B 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 Pro A6 8550B 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
  • 82.1% lower PassMark score
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,882 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 Pro A6 8550B has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (1,882 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.1,882 vs 10,532.5
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Pro A6 8550B uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari 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 Pro A6 8550B uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Godavari vs Kaby Lake).Godavari vs Kaby Lake
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    AMD Pro A6 8550B has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    AMD Pro A6 8550B has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (2 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.2 vs 8
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What customers like about AMD Pro A6 8550B?

  • Integrated Radeon R5 graphics allows for multiple display setups without a dedicated GPU.
  • Sufficient for basic office productivity, web browsing, and simple tasks.
  • Hardware virtualization support improves performance for virtual machines.
  • Supports modern instruction sets like AVX, AES, and FMA3 for specific application acceleration.
  • Relatively high base clock speed of 3.7 GHz for its class.

What customers dislike about AMD Pro A6 8550B?

  • Extremely poor performance for modern gaming; struggles even with low-demand titles like Minecraft at minimum settings.
  • Dual-core architecture leads to slow multitasking and high latency when loading programs.
  • Outdated 28nm technology makes it inefficient compared to more modern, smaller-semiconductor processors.
  • Limited 1MB L2 cache slows down system-wide data processing.
  • Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking for performance gains.
  • High 65W TDP relative to its low performance output, leading to poor energy efficiency.

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD PRO A6-8570 vs PRO A6-8550B - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD PRO A6-8570 and PRO A6-8550B are 65W, dual-core, entry-level desktop processors from 2016-2017 designed for basic office tasks, with the 8570 offering marginally higher synthetic performance and supporting the newer AM4 socket. The 8570 holds a slight edge in multi-threaded benchmarks and brings DDR4 memory support, while the 8550B features higher base and boost clock speeds...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/07/2026
AMD PRO A6-8550B - CPU Benchmarks and Performance

The AMD PRO A6-8550B is a 2015-era dual-core "Godavari" desktop APU operating on the Socket FM2+ platform, featuring a 3.7 GHz base clock and 4.0 GHz boost. It is geared toward entry-level office work, offering integrated Radeon R5 graphics and a 65W TDP. The processor boasts a PassMark score of approximately 1,882, providing capable basic computing for its era. Key pros include...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/04/2016
AMD PRO A6-8550B - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD PRO A6-8550B is a 2015-era dual-core desktop processor built on the 28nm "Godaveri" architecture, featuring a 3.7 GHz base clock and 4.0 GHz boost for Socket FM2+ platforms. It serves as a budget-oriented, business-focused unit with a 65W TDP, producing a PassMark CPU Mark score of 2,994. Key advantages include integrated Radeon R5 graphics (800 MHz), suitable for basic...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD PRO A6-8550B - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD PRO A6-8550B is a 2015-era dual-core "Godavari" APU designed for FM2+ socket business desktops, offering 3.7 GHz base speeds and integrated Radeon R5 graphics. It provides acceptable performance for basic productivity and light office tasks thanks to decent clock speeds. However, the 28nm processor suffers from limited multitasking capability due to its dual-core nature and...Read more

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