AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K 4-core Socket FM2

AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K 4-core Socket FM2

AMD
63 Overall Score
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Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)

Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)

Dell
81 Overall Score

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

Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)

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Scores

Productivity
AMD
70
Dell
94
Budget
AMD
87
Dell
65
Server
AMD
58
Dell
86
Ai Llm
AMD
63
Dell
81
Efficiency
AMD
69
Dell
44
Gaming
AMD
62
Dell
52

Specifications

AMD A-Series APU A8-5600KDell Xeon E5-2637 V2
Processor
BrandAMDIntel
SeriesA-Series APUXeon
Model56005-2637 V2
CodenameTrinityTurin
Classdesktopserver
Process324★
Cores & Clocks
Cores432★
P-cores648★
Threads1264★
Base Clock
3,600
2,000
Boost Clock
3,900
3,500
Cache
L2 Cache448★
L3 Cache
32
256
Performance
PassMark Multi
21,487
110,697
PassMark Single
3,254
3,783
Memory
Memory TypeDDR4DDR4
Max Speed
3,200
6,000
Channels2★—
Max MemoryNo data
2,048
ECC✓✓
Platform & Power
SocketSocket FM2Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
PCIe4.03.0
PCIe Lanes2064★
TDP100★200
Max Turbo Power—350★
Unlocked✓★✗
Graphics & AI
Integrated GraphicsAMD Radeon HD 7560DNo

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)

Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)

  • Strong multi thread (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong ai (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong efficiency (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile

Verdict

★ Winner: Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2

Scores 81 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 27 specs.

AMD A-Series APU A8-5600K Better at:

BudgetGamingEfficiency

Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 Better at:

Ai LlmServerProductivity