AMD FX-4200

AMD FX-4200
Benchmarks & Specs

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The AMD FX-4200 was a processor from a time when AMD strongly focused on multi-core systems. This chip, based on the Zambezi architecture, provided a solid foundation for computers of that era. One of its strengths was certainly the generous 8 MB L3 cache. This cache ensured improved data availability at the time.

This helped overall performance in various tasks. We found that this was especially noticeable in multitasking. The AMD FX-4200 could still provide acceptable performance for playing older titles. This processor was manufactured using the 32 nm process. It was an interesting option for users who valued good value for money.

Many appreciated that it could breathe new life into existing platforms. The AMD FX-4200 represented an accessible choice. It was well suited for everyday tasks such as office applications or web browsing. It was also well suited for getting started with digital entertainment. Anyone looking for a reliable system for basic requirements could rely on this processor.

It offered a consistent basis for many common applications. The design aimed for broad compatibility.
  • 8 MB L3 Cache
  • Solid performance for everyday tasks
  • Good value for money

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450
4C / 4T · 2.66 GHz
408
Intel Pentium E6500K
2C / 2T · 2.93 GHz
408
AMD FX-4200
AMD FX-4200 100 %
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
406
AMD Phenom II X2 550
2C / 2T · 3.10 GHz
404
AMD Phenom II X4 945
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
403
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

AMD FX-4100
AMD FX-4100 101 %
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
1,294
AMD Athlon II X4 635
4C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
1,288
AMD FX-4200
AMD FX-4200 100 %
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,287
AMD Athlon II X4 631
4C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
1,283
Intel Core i3-2105
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
1,280

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyAMD FX (30)
CPU groupAMD FX-4100/4200 (5)
ArchitectureZambezi (Bulldozer)
Technology32 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketAM3+
Generation1
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 3.30 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache8.00 MB
OverclockingYes

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1866
29.9 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP125 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip design
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Release dateQ2/2012
Release price
Documents
AMD FX-4200
AMD FX-4200
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