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Overview

The Pro A10-8700B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,170 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pro A10-8700B is positioned at rank #519 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pro A10-8700B

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612%

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609%

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603%

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Core i5-450M

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582%

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559%

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Core i5-430M

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558%

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Core 2 Duo T6600

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543%

#519

Pro A10-8700B

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100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Pro A10-8700B across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Pro A10-8700B specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Pro A10-8700B is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 28 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.2 GHz from a base frequency of 1.8 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 2,170, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Pro A10-8700B
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Carrizo (2015−2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2048 kB
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	3100 Million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,170

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Memory & Platform

The Pro A10-8700B fits into the FP4 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3/DDR3L-2133 memory.

Specification	Pro A10-8700B
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Carrizo
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP4
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3/DDR3L-2133

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Power & Cooling

The Pro A10-8700B has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 2 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Pro A10-8700B
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	2 MB

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #519 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2520 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Pro A10-8700B
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#519
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2520
Release DateLaunch date	3 June 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD