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6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU

Brand:: AMD
Form Factor:: Laptop
CPU Socket:: FP4
TDP:: 12/15W
iGPU:: R5
CPU Series:: PRO A-Series A10 APU for Laptops

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6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU Review

6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU laptop processor, 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz, FP4 socket.

The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU is a PRO A-Series processor from AMD's PRO A-Series A10 APU for Laptops lineup, launched Q3 2016. It packs 4 core(s), running at 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz, 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 4 cores, the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU runs at 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz. Cache totals 2 MB L2. Its R5 integrated graphics (6 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.

Platform and Compatibility

The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU uses the FP4 platform. It supports DDR4 memory (Up to 1866 MT/s).

Comparison to Alternatives

Within this catalog's PRO A-Series listings, the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B 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

Codename	Carrizo
Release Year	2016

Segment and platform

Socket	FP4

Core configuration

Total Cores	4

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	2.4 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	Up to 3.3 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier	No

Cache

L2 Cache	2 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	12/15W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR4, Up to 1866 MT/s

Form Factor	Laptops
iGPU	R5 (6 cores, up to 720 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 A10-8730B APU?

The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 4, Base Clock 2.4 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 3.3 GHz, L2 Cache 2, Configurable TDP (cTDP) 12/15W.

Will the 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B APU work with my current setup?

The 6th Gen AMD PRO A10-8730B 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 A10-8730B 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 A10-8730B APU?

It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.