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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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.
Specifications
Identity
| Codename | Bristol Ridge |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2017 |
Segment and platform
| Socket | AM4 |
|---|
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 4 |
|---|
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 |
|---|
Expansion
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
|---|
| Form Factor | Desktops |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| iGPU | Radeon R7 Series (6 cores, up to 1029 MHz) |
Expert Review
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
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the 7th Gen A10-9700 APU?
The 7th Gen A10-9700 APU is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 4, Base Clock 3.5 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 3.8 GHz, L2 Cache 2, TDP 65W.
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?
It suits 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?
It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.