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A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series

Brand:: AMD
Form Factor:: Desktop
CPU Socket:: FM2+
TDP:: 65 W
iGPU:: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics
CPU Series:: A6-Series APU for Desktops

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Manufacturer: AMD Last updated: October 9, 2026

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A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series Review

A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series desktop processor, 3.7 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz, 65W TDP, FM2+ socket.

The A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series is a A-Series processor from AMD's A6-Series APU for Desktops lineup. It packs 2 core(s), running at 3.7 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz within a 65W power envelope, built for the FM2+ 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 2 cores, the A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series runs at 3.7 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz. Cache totals 1 MB L2. Its AMD Radeon R5 Graphics integrated graphics (4 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.

Platform and Compatibility

The A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series uses the FM2+ platform in a 65W envelope. It supports DDR3 memory across 2 channels (Up to 2133 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 A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series sits alongside other A6-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

Product Line	Other
Codename	Godavari
Release Year	2015

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Desktop
Socket	FM2+
Socket Status	End of Life
Process Node	28nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	2
Performance Cores	2
Efficiency Cores	0
Total Threads	2
SMT Enabled	No

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	3.7 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	4.0 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier	Yes

Cache

L2 Cache	1 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	65 W
Configurable TDP Floor	45 W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR3, 2-Channel, Up to 2133 MT/s
Max Memory Speed	2133 MT/s
Memory Channels	2
ECC Support	No

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	Yes
iGPU Model	AMD Radeon R5 Graphics
iGPU Compute Units	4

Commercial

Retail Availability	Boxed Retail

Form Factor	Desktop
TDP	65 W
iGPU	AMD Radeon R5 Graphics

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series?

The A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series has 2 cores and 2 threads, a 3.7 GHz base and 4.0 GHz boost clock and a 65 W TDP. Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon R5 Graphics. Socket: FM2+.

Will the A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series work with my current setup?

The A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series lists Socket is FM2+. 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 A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series 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 A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series?

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