AMD A10-5700

The AMD A10-5700 is a desktop APU from the Trinity generation, built on the Piledriver architecture and manufactured on a 32nm process by GlobalFoundries. It features 4 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The chip carries a 65W TDP, integrates Radeon HD 7660D graphics, and supports dual-channel DDR3 memory with a bandwidth of 29.9 GB/s. Released on October 1, 2012, it now holds an end-of-life status, yet it sits at the 50th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating a median performance tier.

Who Should Consider It

The A10-5700 is best suited for users building or maintaining a desktop system on the AMD Socket FM2 platform, particularly those who require integrated graphics without a discrete GPU. The Radeon HD 7660D iGPU provides a baseline for light gaming, multimedia playback, and everyday office applications. With 4 cores and 4 threads, the CPU handles typical productivity tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheet work with ease. The 65W TDP makes it a low-power option for compact or quiet systems. However, the absence of ECC memory support and the locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false) narrow its appeal to mainstream desktop use rather than server or enthusiast overclocking scenarios. Given its end-of-life production status, it is primarily relevant for legacy FM2 builds or as a drop-in replacement for existing systems. The 4.00 GHz boost clock provides a strong single-thread response for interactive applications, while the integrated graphics reduce the need for a separate video card in basic setups.

Platform and Compatibility

The A10-5700 uses the AMD Socket FM2, which is the platform for the Trinity generation of APUs. It supports dual-channel DDR3 memory, with a theoretical memory bandwidth of 29.9 GB/s. The memory controller does not support ECC memory (eccMemory: false), so it is not intended for error-correcting workloads. For expansion, the chip provides PCIe Gen 2 lanes, which is an older generation of the PCIe standard. The multiplier is locked, meaning the CPU frequency cannot be adjusted through the multiplier; overclocking is not officially supported. The production status is end-of-life, which means the upgrade path is limited to other FM2 socket processors, though no specific alternatives are listed in the dataset. The part number is AD5700OKA44HJAD5700OKHJBOX. The chip was released on October 1, 2012, and uses a 32nm process node from GlobalFoundries, with a die size of 246 mm² and 1,303 million transistors. The socket and memory type are fixed, so any system using this CPU must be built around the FM2 platform and DDR3 modules.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The A10-5700 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, representing a 0.60 GHz increase when a single core is under load. This boost behavior favors single-threaded applications that rely on one core, such as older games, some productivity software, and typical desktop responsiveness. The CPU has 4 cores and 4 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading (SMT), so it can process exactly 4 threads concurrently. The L1 cache is 192 KB, and the L2 cache is 4 MB shared across all cores. For multi-threaded workloads, the 4-core design provides a solid baseline for tasks that scale up to 4 threads, but it will not benefit from more than 4 threads. The lack of SMT means that heavily threaded workloads will see no additional thread-level parallelism beyond the physical cores. In practice, the boost clock of 4.00 GHz helps single-thread performance, while multi-thread performance is capped by the 4 physical cores. The shared L2 cache allows efficient communication between cores, but the absence of L3 cache (l3: null) means that data exchange relies on the L2 and main memory.

How It Compares

The dataset provides no nearest rivals for the A10-5700 (nearestRivals is an empty array). Consequently, direct comparisons against specific competing processors cannot be made using the provided information. The only relative metric available is the percentileVsAllCpus value of 50, which places the A10-5700 at the exact median of all CPUs in the benchmark database. This means it outperforms roughly half of the recorded processors and trails the other half. The avgBenchmarkScore is 0, which indicates that no benchmark scores have been recorded for this specific chip in the dataset, so the percentile likely derives from historical or aggregated data rather than a direct measured score. Without rival data, the analysis must rely on absolute specifications: the 4-core/4-thread configuration, the 3.40/4.00 GHz clocks, and the integrated Radeon HD 7660D graphics. The 50th percentile placement suggests that in the broader CPU market, the A10-5700 is an average performer, neither leading nor lagging significantly.

Power and Thermals

The A10-5700 has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 watts. This TDP class indicates a low-power desktop processor that can be adequately cooled by a standard air cooler designed for mainstream CPUs. The chip is manufactured on a 32nm process node, which contributes to its modest power consumption. The die size is 246 mm², and it contains 1,303 million transistors. The 65W TDP is a key factor for system builders, as it allows for smaller power supplies and less aggressive cooling solutions compared to higher-TDP parts. The integrated Radeon HD 7660D GPU shares the same thermal envelope, meaning the entire APU operates within this 65W budget. For thermals, a standard desktop heatsink and fan should suffice, though the exact cooler specifications are not provided in the dataset. The 32nm process node from GlobalFoundries is a mature technology that balances performance and power efficiency, keeping the thermal output manageable for a 65W part.

FAQ

Q: What socket does the AMD A10-5700 use?

A: It uses the AMD Socket FM2.

Q: Does the A10-5700 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory support is not available (eccMemory: false).

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the A10-5700?

A: The boost clock is 4.00 GHz, while the base clock is 3.40 GHz.

Q: How many threads can the A10-5700 process concurrently?

A: It has 4 cores and 4 threads, so it processes exactly 4 threads.

Q: What integrated graphics does the A10-5700 feature?

A: It features the Radeon HD 7660D integrated graphics.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked on the A10-5700?

A: No, the multiplier is locked (multiplierUnlocked: false).

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data for the A10-5700 is sparse: the benchmarks array is empty, and the avgBenchmarkScore is 0. This zero score is not a performance measurement but rather a placeholder indicating that no benchmark entries exist in the database for this processor. The percentileVsAllCpus value of 50, however, provides a meaningful relative position. It indicates that the A10-5700 sits at the median of all CPUs tracked by the database, meaning it is neither a high-end nor a low-end performer in the overall landscape. Without rival scores or delta percentages, the performance analysis must rely on the architectural characteristics. The 4 cores and 4 threads at 3.40 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost offer a balanced profile for single-threaded and lightly threaded workloads. The dual-channel DDR3 memory with 29.9 GB/s bandwidth supports the integrated Radeon HD 7660D GPU, which is a significant part of the APU's value. The 50th percentile placement suggests that for general desktop tasks, the A10-5700 delivers average performance relative to the entire CPU population. However, the absence of recorded benchmarks means that users should treat the percentile as a broad indicator rather than a precise performance score. The 65W TDP and 32nm process also imply that it is a power-efficient part, which is consistent with its mid-tier positioning. The base clock of 3.40 GHz ensures consistent performance across all cores, while the boost clock of 4.00 GHz provides headroom for single-thread bursts. The lack of L3 cache (l3: null) is offset by the 4 MB shared L2 cache, which helps maintain data locality for the four cores. In the absence of direct benchmark scores, the combination of clock speeds, core count, and memory bandwidth forms the basis for its median classification.