AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K 4-core Socket FM2
AMD
63 Overall Score
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What Buyers Say
AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K 4-core Socket FM2
72 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The AMD A8-5600K processor is generally well-regarded for its value and integrated graphics, with users noting it handles everyday tasks and light editing well. Installation is straightforward, and it works with a range of FM2 motherboards, though BIOS updates may be needed. Some users appreciate the included cooler, but others note it may not suffice for overclocking. Compatibility with laptops is not possible, and it requires a discrete GPU for some setups.
Pros
- Good value for money
- Integrated graphics adequate
- Easy installation
- Works with FM2 motherboards
- Included cooler sufficient for stock
Cons
- Cooler may not suffice for overclocking
- Not compatible with laptops
- Requires discrete GPU for some setups
- BIOS update may be needed
Value for money 3
Integrated graphics 3
Installation ease 2
Cooler adequacy 2
Motherboard compatibility 3
Laptop incompatibility 1
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Specifications
| AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K | be quiet! Ryzen 3 Dark Rock Pro 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | A-Series APU | Ryzen 3 |
| Model | 5600 | 1200 |
| Codename | Trinity | Zen |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 32 | 14★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| P-cores | 6★ | 4 |
| Threads | 12★ | 4 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 4★ | 2 |
| L3 Cache | 32★ | 8 |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 2★ | — |
| ECC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket FM2 | AM4 |
| PCIe | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 20★ | 16 |
| TDP | 100★ | 270 |
| Unlocked | ✓ | ✓ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 7560D | — |
Pros & Cons
AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K 4-core Socket FM2
- Strong affordability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong single thread (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong platform (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average social proof (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
be quiet! Ryzen 3 Dark Rock Pro 5 4-core AM4
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong affordability (76th percentile)
- Below average efficiency (31st percentile)
Verdict
Winner: AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K
Scores 63 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.