AMD A4-4300M
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Released
Q1/2012
AMD A4-4300M

Processor AMD A4-4300M, specifications and benchmarks

1617 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD A4-4300M processor is installed in FS1r2 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.50 GHz. The AMD A4-4300M has a total of 2 cores. Release date: Q1/2012. TDP is 35 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD A4-4300M processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD A4-4300M.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Family
  • Generation
    2
  • CPU group
    AMD A4-4000M
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD A4-4300M. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    2.50 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    2
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.00 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    2
  • Turbo (2 Cores)
    3.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    No
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon HD 7420G
  • GPU frequency
    0.48 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    0.66 GHz
  • Execution units
    2
  • Shader
    128
  • Max. GPU Memory
    2 GB
  • Max. displays
    2
  • Generation
    4
  • DirectX Version
    11
  • Technology
    32 nm
  • Release date
    Q2/2012
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No
  • h264
    Decode
  • VP9
    No
  • VP8
    No
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-1600
  • Max. Memory
  • ECC
    No
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
  • PCIe lanes
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    35 W
  • TDP up
    --
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    --
  • Tjunction max.
    --
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    1.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Trinity (Piledriver)
  • Technology
    32 nm
  • Socket
    FS1r2
  • Release date
    Q1/2012
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD A4-4300M CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1342 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1497 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    1417 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    780 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    863 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    768 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    773 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    293 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1267 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD A4-4300M with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
505
499
496
492
AMD A4-4300M
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
1317
1310
1302
1297
AMD A4-4300M
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
2046
2041
2021
2006
AMD A4-4300M
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
0.57
0.57
0.56
0.56
AMD A4-4300M
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
1.08
1.08
1.03
1.01
AMD A4-4300M
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
The iGPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene, based on CINEMA 4D
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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