6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU
- Brand:
- AMD
- Form Factor:
- Laptop
- CPU Socket:
- FP4
- Core/Thread Count:
- 4C/4T
- TDP:
- 15W
- iGPU:
- AMD Radeon R6 Graphics
- CPU Series:
- PRO A-Series A10 APU for Laptops
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6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU Review
6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU laptop processor, 4C/4T 1.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.2 ghz, 15W TDP, FP4 socket.
The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU is a PRO A-Series processor from AMD's PRO A-Series A10 APU for Laptops lineup. It packs 4 core(s), running at 1.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.2 ghz within a 15W power envelope, built for the FP4 platform. This is a legacy part carried in this catalog for buyers researching or maintaining older AMD systems rather than for new builds.
Performance and Architecture
With 4C/4T, the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU runs at 1.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.2 ghz. Cache totals 2 MB L2. Its AMD Radeon R6 Graphics integrated graphics (6 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.
Platform and Compatibility
The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU uses the FP4 platform in a 15W envelope. It supports DDR3 , DDR3L memory across 2 channels (Up to 2133 MT/s).
Comparison to Alternatives
Within this catalog's PRO A-Series listings, the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU sits alongside other PRO A-Series A10 APU for Laptops parts from the same generation, differentiated mainly by clock speed, core count, and TDP. It predates AMD's modern Ryzen lineup and should be evaluated against period-correct alternatives rather than current-generation chips.
Specifications
Identity
| Product Line | Other |
|---|---|
| Codename | Carrizo |
| Release Year | 2016 |
Segment and platform
| Market Segment | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Socket | Other |
| Socket Status | End of Life |
| Process Node | 28 nm |
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Performance Cores | 4 |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 |
| Total Threads | 4 |
| SMT Enabled | No |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 1.8 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No |
Cache
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
|---|
Power and thermal
| Base Power | 15 W |
|---|
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR3 , DDR3L, 2-Channel, Up to 2133 MT/s |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR3 |
| Max Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| ECC Support | No |
Graphics and AI
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
|---|---|
| iGPU Model | AMD Radeon R6 Graphics |
| iGPU Compute Units | 6 |
Commercial
| Retail Availability | Tray OEM |
|---|
| Form Factor | Laptop |
|---|---|
| iGPU | AMD Radeon R6 Graphics (6 cores, up to 800 MHz) |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- PRO A-Series platform upgrades or repairs
- Budget legacy builds
- Retro or compatibility-focused systems
Not for
- Modern gaming or productivity workloads
- New builds
- Power efficiency-focused systems
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU?
The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 4, Threads 4, Base Clock 1.8 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 3.2 GHz, L2 Cache 2.
Will the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU work with my current setup?
The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU lists Socket is FP4. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU best suited to?
It suits pro a-series platform upgrades or repairs, budget legacy builds, retro or compatibility-focused systems.
What are the drawbacks of the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8700B APU?
It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.