7th Gen A12-9800 APU
- Brand:
- AMD
- Form Factor:
- Desktop
- CPU Socket:
- AM4
- TDP:
- 65W
- iGPU:
- Radeon R7 Series
- CPU Series:
- A12-Series APU for Desktops
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7th Gen A12-9800 APU Review
7th Gen A12-9800 APU desktop processor, 3.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 ghz, 65W TDP, AM4 socket.
The 7th Gen A12-9800 APU is a A-Series processor from AMD's A12-Series APU for Desktops lineup, launched Channel: 7/27/2017, OEM: 9/5/2016. It packs 4 core(s), running at 3.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 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 A12-9800 APU runs at 3.8 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 ghz. Cache totals 2 MB L2. Its Radeon R7 Series integrated graphics (8 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.
Platform and Compatibility
The 7th Gen A12-9800 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 A12-9800 APU sits alongside other A12-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
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Other |
| Codename | Bristol Ridge |
| Release Year | 2016 |
Segment and platform
| Market Segment | Desktop |
|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 |
| Socket Status | End of Life |
| Process Node | 28nm |
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Performance Cores | 4 |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 |
| Total Threads | 4 |
| SMT Enabled | No |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 3.8 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes |
| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes |
Cache
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
|---|
Power and thermal
| Base Power | 65 W |
|---|
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR4, 2-Channel, Up to 2400 MT/s |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
Graphics and AI
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
|---|---|
| iGPU Model | Radeon R7 Series |
| iGPU Compute Units | 8 |
Expansion
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 x8 |
|---|---|
| PCIe Generation | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 |
Commercial
| Retail Availability | Boxed Retail |
|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop |
|---|---|
| iGPU | Radeon R7 Series (8 cores, up to 1108 MHz) |
| L2 Cache Total | 2 |
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 A12-9800 APU?
The 7th Gen A12-9800 APU is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 4, Base Clock 3.8 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 4.2 GHz, L2 Cache 2, TDP 65W.
Will the 7th Gen A12-9800 APU work with my current setup?
The 7th Gen A12-9800 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 A12-9800 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 A12-9800 APU?
It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.