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AMD A6-9230

Explore AMD A6-9230 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.8/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD A6-9230 is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 2.6 GHz and boosts up to 3.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1303 and a single-thread rating of 1124. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

CPU Mark1,303
5 samples
Single Thread1,124
Overall rank#4,388
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.8Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD A6-9230 is a Desktop processor with 2 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 2.6 GHz and boosts up to 3.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1303 and a single-thread rating of 1124. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The AMD A6-9230 is a Desktop released in 2017. Recorded specifications include up to 3.50 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 1,303 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 1,303 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,124 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

The 15 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key AMD A6-9230 specifications?

The main recorded details are up to 3.50 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 1,303 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the AMD A6-9230 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the AMD A6-9230?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the AMD A6-9230 use?

The recorded reference TDP is 15 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01AMD Phenom II X2 555AMD1,310 points
03AMD A6-9230This CPU1,303 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

02AMD Phenom II X2 555AMD1,310 points
03AMD A6-9230This CPU1,124 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD A6-9230This CPU86.9 Mark/W
03AMD Phenom II X2 555AMD16.4 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
22,416.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
383.40
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
766.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
6.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,123.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
6,642.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
107.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,204.00

Core specifications

BrandAMD
CategoryDesktop
Release year2017
Socket—
Cores / threads2 / —
Base clock2.60 GHz
Max turbo3.50 GHz
TDP15 W
Integrated graphicsRADEON R4, 5 COMPUTE CORES 2C+3G

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 32 KB
L1D2 x 96 KB
L22 x 1024 KB