AMD A8-6500
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.5 - 3.5 GHz
Socket: FM2
TDP: 65W
Price: $207.99 from Amazon
AMD A8-6500
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.5 - 3.5 GHz
Socket
FM2
TDP
65W
Best price from Amazon
$207.99
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Overview
The AMD A8-6500 brings 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks run from 3.5GHz base to 3.5GHz boost. Integrated Radeon HD 8570D graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the FM2 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Its $207.99 price tag places it squarely in mid-range territory. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | FM2 |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Piledriver |
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon HD 8570D |
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