AMD A8-Series AD3870WNGXBOX Quad-Core A8-3870K Black Edition APU - 4MB L2 Cache, 3.0GHz, Socket FM1, Radeon HD 6550D (400 Cores), Dual Graphics Ready, DirectX 11, Fan, Unlocked, Retail

What It Is And Why You Need It: 4MB L2 Cache; provides superb data buffer that makes the workflow smooth and seamless 4x cores with 3.0GHz processor speed; delivers ultra-fast performance that gives you the ability to multitask different graphic applications simultaneously Socket FM1; unique to AMD APUs, this socket is designed to accommodate the data flow of the high-performance accelerated processing units Radeon HD 6550D GPU; delivers cutting-edge graphics enhancement that is set to blur the lines between fantasy and reality Dual Graphics Ready; allows you to combine this APU with top-class AMD GPUs at the same time Note: This new design requires an FM1 socket and is not backwards compatible with the AM3 socket.

Specifications

AMD Quad-Core A8-3870K 3.0GHz Radeon HD 6550D APU   Processor Interface:  Socket FM1   Additional Technologies:  Enhanced Virus Protection   AMD64 Technology   AMD Virtualization   Wattage:  100W   Processor Speed:  A8-3870K / 3.0GHz   Processor Class:  A8-Series   Fan:  Included   Unlocked Multiplier:  Yes   Instruction Set:  SSE   SSE2   SSE3   SSE4a   CPU Type:  Desktop   Manufacturer:  AMD   L2 Cache:  4MB   Cores:  Quad   Graphics Core Speed:  600 MHz   Integrated Graphics Core:  Yes   Integrated Memory Controller:  Yes

Detailed Features Groundbreaking technology for mainstream users, with powerful HD performance Systems powered by AMD A-Series APUs with discrete-level graphics deliver up to 3X the visual performance of competing Intel Systems. When paired with select AMD Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics cards, gain up to 75% additive performance,enabling greater playable resolutions. 4-core multitasking performance or up to 300MHz additional frequency with AMD Turbo CORE Technology for lightning-fast dual-core performance. AMD Turbo CORE Technology (available on select models) delivers dynamic core performance that adjusts to users' various workloads and accessible system tuning without the premium charged by the competition. Enables the graphics features and performanceusers demand with full DirectX®11 support. Dual-Graphics Ready Unlike competitor products, new AMD A-Series APUs are dual-graphics ready, keeping the APU discrete-level graphics cores on when paired with select AMD Radeon™ HD 6000 series graphics cards. AMD A-Series APUs enable an outstanding discrete-graphics experience with full DirectX® 11 support, ultra-smooth HD video and unmatched dual-graphics for realistic, lifelike and intensely visual games and animation. Brilliant HD Entertainment: The Next Dimension Brilliant HD entertainment beckons. With quad-core speed and discrete-class graphics, VISION A8 Technology with the AMD Quad-Core A8 Series Accelerated Processor lets you experience the next dimension of entertainment. Shoot, edit and share your own HD movies effortlessly. Watch Blu-ray 3D movies. Video chat, surf the Web and listen to music at the same time. Or flee into the insanely lifelike arena of HD 3D games. Stay cool doing it all. AMD enables superbly energy-efficient desktops and notebooks with "all-day" battery life.