AMD A6-9220C SoC
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AMDAMD A6-9220C SoC Specifications
A6-9220C SoC Core Configuration
Processing cores and threading
The AMD A6-9220C SoC features 2 physical cores and 2 threads, which directly impacts multi-threaded performance in CPU benchmarks. More cores allow the processor to handle parallel workloads efficiently, improving performance in video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking scenarios. Thread count determines how many simultaneous tasks the CPU can process, with higher thread counts benefiting productivity applications and content creation workflows.
A6-9220C SoC Clock Speeds
Base and boost frequencies
Clock speed is a critical factor in A6-9220C SoC benchmark performance, measured in GHz. The base clock represents the guaranteed operating frequency, while the boost clock indicates maximum single-core performance under optimal conditions. Higher clock speeds translate to faster single-threaded performance, which is essential for gaming and applications that don't fully utilize multiple cores. The A6-9220C SoC by AMD can dynamically adjust its frequency based on workload and thermal headroom.
AMD's A6-9220C SoC Cache Hierarchy
L1, L2, L3 cache sizes
Cache memory is ultra-fast storage built directly into the A6-9220C SoC processor die. L1 cache provides the fastest access for frequently used data, while L2 and L3 caches offer progressively larger storage with slightly higher latency. Larger cache sizes significantly improve CPU benchmark scores by reducing memory access times. The A6-9220C SoC's cache configuration is optimized for both gaming performance and productivity workloads, minimizing data fetch delays during intensive computations.
Excavator Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The AMD A6-9220C SoC is built on AMD's 28 nm manufacturing process, which determines power efficiency and thermal characteristics. Smaller process nodes allow for more transistors in the same space, enabling higher performance per watt. The architecture defines how the processor handles instructions and manages data flow, directly impacting benchmark results across different workload types. Modern CPU architectures like the one in A6-9220C SoC incorporate advanced branch prediction and out-of-order execution for optimal performance.
Excavator Instruction Set Features
Supported CPU instructions and extensions
The A6-9220C SoC by AMD supports various instruction set extensions that enable optimized performance for specific workloads. SIMD instructions like SSE and AVX accelerate multimedia, scientific computing, and AI workloads by processing multiple data points simultaneously. Features like AES-NI provide hardware-accelerated encryption, while AVX-512 (if supported) enables advanced vector processing for data centers and high-performance computing. These instruction sets are critical for software compatibility and performance in modern applications.
A6-9220C SoC Power & Thermal
TDP and power specifications
The AMD A6-9220C SoC has a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6W, indicating the cooling solution required for sustained operation. TDP affects both system power consumption and the type of cooler needed. Lower TDP processors are ideal for compact builds and laptops, while higher TDP chips typically offer better sustained performance in demanding CPU benchmarks. Understanding power requirements helps ensure your system can deliver consistent performance without thermal throttling.
AMD Socket FT4 Platform & Socket
Compatibility information
The A6-9220C SoC uses the AMD Socket FT4 socket, which determines motherboard compatibility. Choosing the right platform is essential for building a system around this processor. The socket type also influences available features like PCIe lanes, memory support, and upgrade paths. When comparing CPU benchmarks, ensure you're looking at processors compatible with your existing or planned motherboard to make informed purchasing decisions.
AMD Socket FT4 Memory Support
RAM compatibility and speeds
Memory support specifications for the A6-9220C SoC define which RAM types and speeds are compatible. Faster memory can significantly improve CPU benchmark performance, especially in memory-intensive applications and gaming. The memory controller integrated into the A6-9220C SoC determines maximum supported speeds and channels. Dual-channel or quad-channel memory configurations can double or quadruple memory bandwidth, providing noticeable performance gains in content creation and scientific workloads.
AMD's A6-9220C SoC Integrated Graphics
Built-in GPU specifications
The AMD A6-9220C SoC includes integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a dedicated GPU in basic computing scenarios. Integrated graphics are ideal for office productivity, video playback, and light gaming. While not designed for demanding GPU benchmarks, the iGPU in the A6-9220C SoC provides hardware video encoding and decoding capabilities. This makes the processor suitable for compact builds, HTPCs, and systems where power efficiency is prioritized over gaming performance.
A6-9220C SoC Product Information
Release and pricing details
The AMD A6-9220C SoC is manufactured by AMD and represents their commitment to delivering competitive CPU performance. Understanding the release date and pricing helps contextualize benchmark comparisons with other processors from the same generation. Launch pricing provides a baseline for evaluating value, though street prices often differ. Whether you're building a new system or upgrading, the A6-9220C SoC by AMD offers a specific balance of performance, features, and cost within AMD's product lineup.
A6-9220C SoC Benchmark Scores
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About AMD A6-9220C SoC
The AMD A6-9220C is a 2-core, 2-thread mobile SoC from the Stoney Ridge generation, built on the Excavator architecture at a 28nm process node by GlobalFoundries. It runs at a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 2.70 GHz, with a 6W TDP. The integrated Radeon R5 graphics block contains 3 compute units. The database records a 50th percentile position against all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 0, reflecting an empty benchmarks array for this end-of-life part.
Benchmark Performance
The benchmark profile for the A6-9220C is defined more by absence than by data. The benchmarks array is empty, and the average benchmark score is reported as 0. The single comparative figure is the 50th percentile against all CPUs tracked in the database. That percentile places this SoC at the exact midpoint of the distribution — the 50th percentile indicates an equal number of tracked CPUs rank below and above. This is a striking position for a part with no recorded workload scores. It implies the percentile is computed from specification-based ranking rather than from measured performance, since a literal average score of 0 would otherwise place the part at the bottom of any performance distribution.
The specification sheet that drives this mid-pack ranking includes a 1.80 GHz base clock and a 2.70 GHz boost clock. The Excavator architecture, first introduced in the Stoney Ridge generation, is a mature design at 28nm. With 2 cores and 2 threads, the part has no SMT, so the thread count equals the core count. The 50th percentile suggests that, on paper, the A6-9220C sits in the middle of the database's CPU population — but this should be read as a specification proxy, not a performance verdict, given the absence of measured scores.
The 1 MB shared L2 cache and 160 KB L1 cache define the memory hierarchy. The single-channel DDR4 memory bus delivers 14.9 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a modest figure and a likely constraint on any workload that streams data. The PCIe Gen 3 interface provides 8 lanes from the CPU, which is adequate for a mobile SoC's typical peripheral set.
Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior
The A6-9220C presents an unusual case: with 2 cores and 2 threads, there is no distinction between logical and physical thread counts. The absence of SMT means that single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads both contend for the same two execution engines. The boost clock of 2.70 GHz is the ceiling for any single thread, while the base clock of 1.80 GHz is the sustained floor under full load. In single-thread scenarios, the Excavator core can reach that 2.70 GHz boost, which is the best-case latency for responsive, lightly threaded applications.
For multi-threaded workloads, the picture is more constrained. Two threads sharing 1 MB of L2 cache means the working set is limited. The single-channel memory bus at 14.9 GB/s further narrows the data feeding the cores. Real-world implications: a web browser with a few tabs, a word processor, or a lightweight code editor will run within the single-thread boost envelope. A video renderer, a compiler, or any parallel workload will hit the 2-thread ceiling quickly. The 50th percentile ranking does not distinguish between these behaviors — it is a single aggregate position.
The architecture's Excavator design, at 28nm, is not a high-IPC core by modern standards, but the boost clock of 2.70 GHz provides the primary single-thread lever. The data suggests a part that is balanced toward bursty, low-thread-count tasks rather than sustained parallel throughput.
Platform and Compatibility
The A6-9220C is built for AMD Socket FT4, a mobile-oriented socket that pairs the SoC with compact motherboards. Memory support is DDR4 over a single-channel bus, with a bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported, which is typical for a mobile part. The PCIe interface is Gen 3 with 8 lanes available from the CPU, which covers storage and peripheral connectivity for a mobile platform. The integrated Radeon R5 graphics block contains 3 compute units, providing display output and basic acceleration without a discrete GPU.
The SoC is manufactured by GlobalFoundries on a 28nm process, with 1,200 million transistors on a 124 mm² die. The production status is end-of-life, with a release date of January 6, 2019. The multiplier is locked, so the 1.80 GHz base and 2.70 GHz boost clocks are fixed by the platform. The part number is AM922CANN23AC. The market segment is Mobile, confirming the intended use case. The single-channel memory bus is a notable limitation: at 14.9 GB/s, memory bandwidth is a constraint for any workload that streams data, including the integrated graphics.
How It Compares
The FACT PACK lists no nearest rivals for the A6-9220C. The nearestRivals array is empty, meaning there are no named competing products, no comparison scores, and no deltaPct values to reference. The only comparative anchor available is the 50th percentile against all CPUs in the database. This places the A6-9220C at the median of the tracked population, but without specific rival data, the comparison cannot be granular. The percentile is a broad statement of position, not a head-to-head analysis.
What can be inferred from the specification profile is that the A6-9220C occupies a low-power, low-thread-count niche. The 6W TDP and 2-core/2-thread configuration align with entry-level mobile devices. Against the broader database, the 50th percentile suggests that the specification-based ranking considers this part average, but the empty benchmarks array means no workload-based confirmation exists. Any rival-specific comparison would require data that is not present in the FACT PACK.
Who Should Consider It
The A6-9220C is suited to workloads that fit within a 2-thread, 6W envelope. Office productivity — document editing, spreadsheets, email, and web browsing — aligns with the single-thread boost clock of 2.70 GHz and the integrated Radeon R5 graphics for display output. The 14.9 GB/s single-channel memory bandwidth is sufficient for these tasks, which do not stream large datasets. For content creation, the picture is different: video encoding, 3D rendering, and photo batch processing require more than 2 threads and would stall on the 2-thread ceiling. The 3 compute units of the integrated graphics are not positioned for gaming beyond very light titles, and the single-channel memory bus further limits graphics performance.
The 50th percentile ranking suggests a mid-tier position among all CPUs, but the specification profile tells a more specific story: this is a part for basic mobile computing, not for parallel-heavy or graphics-intensive work. The end-of-life production status means it is no longer in active production, so it would be found in existing devices or as a replacement part. The locked multiplier removes any overclocking path, so the 1.80 GHz base and 2.70 GHz boost are the final word on clock speeds.
FAQ
Q: How many cores and threads does the AMD A6-9220C have?
A: It has 2 cores and 2 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading, so the thread count equals the core count.
Q: What are the base and boost clock speeds?
A: The base clock is 1.80 GHz and the boost clock is 2.70 GHz.
Q: What memory does it support?
A: DDR4 over a single-channel bus with a bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported.
Q: What is the TDP and what cooling does it imply?
A: The TDP is 6 watts, which implies a minimal cooling solution, such as a small passive heatsink, given the low power envelope.
Q: Does it have integrated graphics?
A: Yes, a Radeon R5 with 3 compute units.
Q: What is the production status?
A: End-of-life, with a release date of January 6, 2019.
Power and Thermals
The 6W TDP is the defining thermal characteristic of the A6-9220C. At 6 watts, the cooling requirement is minimal — a small heatsink or a passive cooling solution is the implied tier, though the FACT PACK does not specify a cooler. The 28nm process node from GlobalFoundries, with 1,200 million transistors on a 124 mm² die, sets the context for power density. The boost clock of 2.70 GHz is achievable within the 6W envelope for lightly threaded bursts, while the base clock of 1.80 GHz represents the sustained operating point under continuous load. The locked multiplier means the power envelope cannot be adjusted through overclocking, so the 6W figure is a fixed design constraint.
The low TDP class is consistent with the mobile market segment. A 6W SoC can be placed in fanless or ultra-thin chassis, and the 28nm process — while not leading-edge — is a mature node that has been optimized for low leakage. The 14.9 GB/s single-channel memory bandwidth also contributes to the power budget: fewer memory channels mean fewer I/O pins and lower switching power. The integrated Radeon R5 3CU graphics block shares the 6W envelope with the CPU cores, so sustained graphics load would compete with CPU boost headroom. The data indicates a part designed for thermal efficiency over peak performance.
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