AMD A8-5600K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.6 - 3.6 GHz
Socket: FM2
TDP: 100W
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AMD A8-5600K
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.6 - 3.6 GHz
Socket
FM2
TDP
100W
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Overview
The AMD A8-5600K brings 4 cores and 8 threads. It drops into the FM2 socket with a 100W TDP — about 25W per core. Clocks span 3.6GHz base to 3.6GHz boost. Integrated Radeon HD 7560D graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Support and warranty service run through AMD, with terms that vary by region. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 100 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | FM2 |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Piledriver |
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon HD 7560D |
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