AMD FX-7600P

The AMD FX-7600P is a 4-core, 4-thread mobile processor from the Kaveri generation, built on a 28 nm process with a 35 W TDP. Released on June 3, 2014, it belongs to the FX series for laptops, and its benchmark results place it at the 18th percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 701. The chip combines a dual-module Steamroller design with integrated Radeon R7 8CU graphics, making it a compact solution for thin-and-light notebooks of its era. Its base clock is 2.70 GHz, boosting to 3.60 GHz, and it supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. The processor is end-of-life, and its socket is AMD Socket FP4, a BGA package soldered onto the motherboard.

Who Should Consider It

The FX-7600P is positioned at the low end of the performance spectrum. Its Cinebench R15 multicore score of 218, R20 multicore of 912, and R23 multicore of 2173 are all modest figures. Geekbench multicore sits at 807, while single-core scores are even lower: 128 in R20, 306 in R23, and 363 in Geekbench. These numbers indicate that the processor is suitable for basic productivity tasks such as word processing, spreadsheet work, web browsing, and light email. The integrated Radeon R7 8CU graphics can handle older or less demanding games, though no benchmark scores are provided for the GPU. For users who need a low-power laptop for everyday office work, media consumption, or as a secondary machine, the FX-7600P can suffice. However, it is not intended for video editing, 3D rendering, software compilation, or any workload that demands high single-thread performance. The 18th percentile ranking underscores its entry-level status; only 18% of all CPUs in the database score lower. Compared to its nearest rivals—the Intel Core i5-2540M, Core i7-3537U, Core i7-3517UE, and Xeon X5450—the FX-7600P is essentially tied, as all deltas are within 1%. Thus, any of these processors would deliver similar real-world performance for basic tasks. Users with legacy software that does not require modern instruction sets will find the FX-7600P adequate, but those expecting snappy responsiveness in current applications will likely be disappointed.

Platform and Compatibility

The FX-7600P uses the AMD Socket FP4, which is a ball-grid array package that is soldered directly onto the motherboard, meaning it is not upgradeable in a traditional sense. Memory support is limited to DDR3, with a dual-channel memory bus and a peak bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported, which rules out workstation-class error correction. The processor provides PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes from the CPU, sufficient for a discrete GPU or NVMe storage, though the lane count is limited compared to desktop platforms. The integrated Radeon R7 8CU handles display output, so no discrete GPU is required for basic functionality. The architecture is Steamroller, codenamed Kaveri, fabricated on a 28 nm process at GlobalFoundries, with 2,410 million transistors on a 245 mm² die. The processor is part of the FX series (Kaveri generation) and has a part number of FM760PDGH44JA. Because it is end-of-life, there is no upgrade path to newer AMD processors on the same socket; any future performance improvements would require a full system replacement. The lack of an unlocked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false) further limits overclocking potential, though the mobile form factor already constrains cooling.

Power and Thermals

The FX-7600P has a thermal design power (TDP) of 35 watts, which is typical for a mid-range mobile processor of its generation. This relatively low TDP means that a basic laptop cooling solution—such as a thin heatpipe and a small fan—can adequately dissipate the heat. The 28 nm process helps keep power consumption in check, and the base clock of 2.70 GHz with a boost of 3.60 GHz fits within this thermal envelope. Because the multiplier is locked, users cannot push the chip beyond its factory settings, so thermals remain predictable. The absence of a discrete GPU requirement reduces overall system power draw. For a laptop, the 35 W TDP implies that the device can be designed with a compact chassis and modest battery capacity, as the processor does not demand aggressive cooling. However, sustained workloads will cause the boost clock to drop if the thermal solution is insufficient, but the data does not specify sustained clock behavior. In short, the FX-7600P is a low-power part that should run quietly and coolly in a well-designed notebook, but it is not suitable for heavy multitasking or prolonged high-load scenarios.

How It Compares

The FX-7600P's average benchmark score of 701 places it in direct competition with four Intel processors. The Intel Core i5-2540M has an average score of 700, giving the FX-7600P a 0.2% advantage. This is a negligible difference, indicating that the two chips perform virtually identically in synthetic benchmarks. Similarly, the Intel Core i7-3537U also scores 700, again a 0.2% delta in favor of the FX-7600P. The Intel Core i7-3517UE scores 697, meaning the FX-7600P is 0.5% ahead. On the other side, the Intel Xeon X5450 scores 707, putting the FX-7600P 0.9% behind. All these deltas are within one percentage point, so the FX-7600P is effectively on par with these rivals. These Intel parts are from similar eras—the i5-2540M and i7-3537U are second/third-generation Core processors, while the Xeon X5450 is a server chip from 2007. The data shows that the FX-7600P delivers performance comparable to those older Intel parts, but it is far behind modern CPUs. The 18th percentile ranking confirms that the FX-7600P is a low-end performer by today's standards. Users comparing systems with these CPUs should expect no meaningful difference in everyday tasks.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The single-core and multi-core scores reveal a significant disparity. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score of 912 is roughly 7.1 times the single-core score of 128, indicating excellent scaling across the four cores. However, the absolute single-thread performance is very low; a score of 128 in R20 is far below the typical range for modern processors. In Geekbench, the multi-core score of 807 is only about 2.2 times the single-core score of 363, which suggests that Geekbench's workload is less parallelizable or that the processor's multi-threading efficiency is limited. The low single-thread scores mean that tasks relying on a single core—such as web browsing, JavaScript execution, and many office applications—will feel sluggish. The boost clock of 3.60 GHz helps, but the Steamroller architecture's low instructions-per-clock (IPC) limits per-core throughput. Conversely, applications that can use all four cores, such as video encoding or 3D rendering (if optimized), will see better scaling, but the total output is still constrained by the low absolute performance. The data implies that the FX-7600P is best suited for multi-threaded batch tasks that can leverage all cores, while single-threaded responsiveness is a weak point. Users who prioritize snappy UI interactions or run single-threaded legacy software will find this processor lacking.

FAQ

Q: What socket does the AMD FX-7600P use?

A: It uses AMD Socket FP4, which is a BGA package typically soldered onto the motherboard.

Q: Does the FX-7600P support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the process node and transistor count?

A: It is built on a 28 nm process with 2,410 million transistors on a 245 mm² die.

Q: What is the TDP of this processor?

A: The TDP is 35 watts.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked for overclocking?

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

Q: What integrated graphics does it have?

A: It includes Radeon R7 with 8 compute units (8CU).

Benchmark Performance

The FX-7600P's average benchmark score of 701 places it at the 18th percentile of all CPUs in the database. This means that it outperforms only 18% of processors, a clear indication of its entry-level standing. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-2540M, has an average score of 700, a delta of 0.2% in favor of the FX-7600P. The Intel Core i7-3537U also scores 700, again a 0.2% advantage. The Core i7-3517UE scores 697, so the FX-7600P is 0.5% ahead. The Intel Xeon X5450 scores 707, making the FX-7600P 0.9% behind. These differences are all within one percentage point, so the FX-7600P is statistically tied with these rivals. In specific benchmarks, the FX-7600P achieves 218 in Cinebench R15 multicore, 912 in R20 multicore, and 2173 in R23 multicore. Single-core results are 128 (R20) and 306 (R23). Geekbench multicore is 807, single-core 363. These numbers are low by modern standards, but they align with the rival scores; for example, the multi-core R20 score of 912 is consistent with what a dual-core Intel processor with Hyper-Threading from the same era would produce. The data suggests that the FX-7600P is adequate for legacy software and basic tasks, but it will struggle with demanding applications. The 18th percentile rank underscores its position as a budget or low-power solution, not a performance-oriented part. Users should not expect to run modern AAA games or heavy productivity suites smoothly on this processor. The benchmark results confirm that the FX-7600P is a product of its time, and its performance is best suited for lightweight, everyday computing.