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7th Gen A10-9700 APU

Brand:: AMD
Form Factor:: Desktop
CPU Socket:: AM4
TDP:: 65W
iGPU:: Radeon R7 Series
CPU Series:: A10-Series APU for Desktops

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Manufacturer: AMD Last updated: October 9, 2026

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7th Gen A10-9700 APU Review

7th Gen A10-9700 APU desktop processor, 3.5 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.8 ghz, 65W TDP, AM4 socket.

The 7th Gen A10-9700 APU is a A-Series processor from AMD's A10-Series APU for Desktops lineup, launched Channel: 7/27/2017, OEM: 9/5/2016. It packs 4 core(s), running at 3.5 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.8 ghz within a 65W power envelope, built for the AM4 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 7th Gen A10-9700 APU runs at 3.5 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.8 ghz. Cache totals 2 MB L2. Its Radeon R7 Series integrated graphics (6 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.

Platform and Compatibility

The 7th Gen A10-9700 APU uses the AM4 platform in a 65W envelope. It supports DDR4 memory across 2 channels (Up to 2400 MT/s). The multiplier is unlocked for overclocking on a compatible motherboard and cooler.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within this catalog's A-Series listings, the 7th Gen A10-9700 APU sits alongside other A10-Series APU for Desktops 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.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

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

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Codename	Bristol Ridge
Release Year	2017

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Desktop
Socket	AM4
Process Node	28 nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	4
Performance Cores	4
Efficiency Cores	0

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	3.5 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	Up to 3.8 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier	Yes

Cache

L2 Cache	2 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	45/65W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR4, 2-Channel, Up to 2400 MT/s

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	Yes

Expansion

PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x8

Form Factor	Desktops
TDP	65 W
iGPU	Radeon R7 Series (6 cores, up to 1029 MHz)

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the 7th Gen A10-9700 APU?

The 7th Gen A10-9700 APU has 4 cores, a 3.5 GHz base and 3.8 GHz boost clock and a 65 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Radeon R7 Series (6 cores, up to 1029 MHz). Socket: AM4.

Will the 7th Gen A10-9700 APU work with my current setup?

The 7th Gen A10-9700 APU lists Socket is AM4. 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 7th Gen A10-9700 APU best suited to?

Best suited to: A-Series platform upgrades or repairs; Budget legacy builds; Retro or compatibility-focused systems.

What are the drawbacks of the 7th Gen A10-9700 APU?

Not the best fit for: Modern gaming or productivity workloads; New builds; Power efficiency-focused systems.