AMD A8-5500
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.2 - 3.2 GHz
Socket: FM2
TDP: 65W
AMD A8-5500
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.2 - 3.2 GHz
Socket
FM2
TDP
65W
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Overview
The AMD A8-5500 offers 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.2GHz base to 3.2GHz boost. Integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the FM2 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core.
Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components. AMD backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | FM2 |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Piledriver |
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon HD 7560D |
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