AMD FX-8370
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AMDAMD FX-8370 Specifications
FX-8370 Core Configuration
Processing cores and threading
The AMD FX-8370 features 8 physical cores and 8 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.
FX-8370 Clock Speeds
Base and boost frequencies
Clock speed is a critical factor in FX-8370 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 FX-8370 by AMD can dynamically adjust its frequency based on workload and thermal headroom.
AMD's FX-8370 Cache Hierarchy
L1, L2, L3 cache sizes
Cache memory is ultra-fast storage built directly into the FX-8370 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 FX-8370's cache configuration is optimized for both gaming performance and productivity workloads, minimizing data fetch delays during intensive computations.
Piledriver Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The AMD FX-8370 is built on AMD's 32 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 FX-8370 incorporate advanced branch prediction and out-of-order execution for optimal performance.
Piledriver Instruction Set Features
Supported CPU instructions and extensions
The FX-8370 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.
Power & Thermal
TDP and power specifications
The AMD FX-8370 has a TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 125W, 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 AM3+ Platform & Socket
Compatibility information
The FX-8370 uses the AMD Socket AM3+ 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 AM3+ Memory Support
RAM compatibility and speeds
Memory support specifications for the FX-8370 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 FX-8370 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 FX-8370 Integrated Graphics
Built-in GPU specifications
The AMD FX-8370 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 FX-8370 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.
Product Information
Release and pricing details
The AMD FX-8370 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 FX-8370 by AMD offers a specific balance of performance, features, and cost within AMD's product lineup.
About AMD FX-8370
AMD FX-8370 is an 8-core, 8-thread desktop processor from AMD. The record places it in the FX (Vishera) generation with the Piledriver architecture, released in 2014 and currently marked end-of-life. The base clock is 4.00 GHz and the boost clock is 4.30 GHz. The socket is AMD Socket AM3+. GlobalFoundries manufactures the chip on a 32 nm process, with 1,200 million transistors on a 315 mm² die and a 125 W TDP. Memory support is DDR3 on a dual-channel bus with 29.9 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported. PCIe connectivity is Gen 2. Integrated graphics are listed as a chipset feature on certain motherboards. The multiplier is unlocked. Its launch MSRP was $199.
How It Compares
The FX-8370 has an empty nearestRivals array. That means no named competitor entries are present in the record, so there are no specific rival paragraphs to construct and no rival comparison scores to quote. The only global ranking fact is percentileVsAllCpus: 50. This places the FX-8370 exactly at the midpoint of all CPUs tracked in the database. It is a database-wide position rather than a position against a particular opposing SKU.
Because the benchmarks array is empty and the average benchmark score is 0, there is no measured score attached to this placement. The 50th percentile is therefore the sole comparative signal in the data. No nearestRivals entries also means no deltaPct values exist to analyze. Without those values, exact percentage comparisons to other processors cannot be derived from the record.
Power and Thermals
The FX-8370 is in the 125 W TDP class. That TDP is the central power figure for the record. For a desktop processor with 8 cores, a 4.00 GHz base clock, and a 4.30 GHz boost clock, the implied cooling tier is a capable air cooler as the practical starting point. Sustained load across all 8 cores will require the thermal solution to handle the full envelope implied by the 125 W TDP.
The power-relevant physical facts in the record are the 32 nm GlobalFoundries process, the 315 mm² die size, and a transistor count of 1,200 million. These figures define the chip’s density and heat-dissipation surface. No other power measurements are listed. The TDP figure is not paired with any additional wattage data in the FACT PACK, so 125 W is the only quantifiable power-class reference.
Platform and Compatibility
The FX-8370 uses AMD Socket AM3+, so compatible motherboards must be built around that socket. Memory support is DDR3 on a dual-channel bus, with a listed bandwidth of 29.9 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported, meaning the platform does not have the ECC filtering path. PCIe connectivity is Gen 2, which sets the interface generation for add-in devices. Integrated graphics are not part of the processor silicon; the record lists integrated graphics as a chipset feature on certain motherboards.
The multiplier is unlocked. That gives the platform a direct overclocking adjustment path on compatible AM3+ boards. The production status is end-of-life, which bounds the upgrade path: the platform context is an AM3+ motherboard with DDR3 memory support and PCIe Gen 2 connectivity. The FX-8370 was released in 2014, so the surrounding platform reflects that generation’s memory and I/O standards.
The market segment is desktop, and the generation field is FX (Vishera). The series field in the record is null, so no narrower series grouping is assigned. The part number field is FD8370FRW8KHKFD8370FRHKBOX. These identifiers, together with the socket and memory details, define the hardware compatibility envelope for the FX-8370 in the database.
FAQ
Q: What are the core and thread counts of the FX-8370?
A: The FX-8370 has 8 cores and 8 threads.
Q: What are the base and boost clocks?
A: The base clock is 4.00 GHz and the boost clock is 4.30 GHz.
Q: What memory does the FX-8370 support?
A: It supports DDR3 memory on a dual-channel bus with 29.9 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported.
Q: How much cache does the FX-8370 have?
A: The record lists 384 KB of L1 cache, 8 MB of L2 cache, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache.
Q: Does the FX-8370 include integrated graphics?
A: Integrated graphics are listed as a chipset feature on certain motherboards, not as part of the processor’s own die.
Q: Is the multiplier unlocked?
A: Yes, the multiplier is unlocked.
Benchmark Performance
The benchmark section of the FX-8370 record is empty. The benchmarks array contains no entries, and the average benchmark score is 0. Because there are no benchmark results in the data, no measured workload score can be reported for this processor.
The nearestRivals array is also empty. That means there are no deltaPct values to quote and no competitor benchmark scores available for contrast. Exact percentage comparisons against other CPUs cannot be calculated from the provided data.
The only performance-ranking figure in the record is percentileVsAllCpus: 50. The FX-8370 therefore sits at the 50th percentile of the CPUs in the database, which is the median position of the tracked population. This percentile is a database-level placement fact, not a substitute for a benchmark score. With an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of 0, and no nearestRivals, the data supports only the median placement statement and the absence of measured benchmark data.
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