CPU·Budget

FirePro A320

AMD

PassMark

2,153

2015-01-01

100 Watt

Trinity (2012−2013)

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FirePro A320

4 / 4

2,153

0.0%

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Overview

The FirePro A320 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FM2. Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,153 points. Launch price was $800.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for FirePro A320 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FirePro A320 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The FirePro A320 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Trinity (2012−2013) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 2,153, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	FirePro A320
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Trinity (2012−2013)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	4 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	192K
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	246 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,303 million
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,153

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Memory & Platform

The FirePro A320 fits into the FM2 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3-1866 memory.

Specification	FirePro A320
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FM2
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3-1866
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The FirePro A320 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 100 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	FirePro A320
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	100 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #2528 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	FirePro A320
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2528
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2012
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$800
Manufacturer	GlobalFoundries
Release Date	2015-01-01
Architecture Codename	Trinity (2012−2013)
Performance Ranking Position	2528

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	4
Threads	4
Die Size	246 mm2
L1 Cache	192K
L2 Cache	4 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.8 GHz
Transistor Count	1,303 million
Process Technology	32 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	74 °C