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AMD FX-8140
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AMD FX-8140
Summary
The AMD FX-8140 processor represents an era when AMD relied on a particular architecture. This chip was manufactured using the 32 nm process and is based on the Vishera architecture, also known as Bulldozer. At the time, this processor was an interesting option for users who valued multiple cores.
It provided a solid foundation for multitasking and applications that could benefit from parallel processing. Particularly noteworthy is the generous Level 3 cache of 8 MB. This helped to accelerate data access and improve the overall performance of the system. Even today, the AMD FX-8140 can still be used for less demanding tasks or as a basis for older systems.
It is a practical choice for simple office work, media playback, or as an upgrade for compatible motherboards. We see it as an example of a time when processors with many cores became more affordable. Its robust design ensures continued reliability for basic computing needs.
It provided a solid foundation for multitasking and applications that could benefit from parallel processing. Particularly noteworthy is the generous Level 3 cache of 8 MB. This helped to accelerate data access and improve the overall performance of the system. Even today, the AMD FX-8140 can still be used for less demanding tasks or as a basis for older systems.
It is a practical choice for simple office work, media playback, or as an upgrade for compatible motherboards. We see it as an example of a time when processors with many cores became more affordable. Its robust design ensures continued reliability for basic computing needs.
- Multi-core design
- Generous 8 MB Level 3 cache
- Suitable for multitasking and basic tasks
- Based on the Vishera (Bulldozer) architecture
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Specifications
At a glance
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Family | AMD FX (30) |
| CPU group | AMD FX-8000 (11) |
| Architecture | Vishera (Bulldozer) |
| Technology | 32 nm |
| Segment | Desktop |
| Socket | AM3+ |
| Generation | 2 |
| Predecessor | |
| Successor |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CPU Cores / Threads | 8 / 8 |
| Hyperthreading / SMT | ✗ |
| Core architecture | normal |
| Cores: | 8x |
| Frequency: | 3.20 GHz |
| Turbo Frequency (1 Core): | 4.10 GHz |
| Turbo Frequency (8 Cores): | 4.10 GHz |
| L2-Cache | |
| L3-Cache | 8.00 MB |
| Overclocking | Yes |
Memory & PCIe
| Memory type | Memory bandwidth |
|---|---|
| DDR3-1866 | 29.9 GB/s |
| Property | Value |
| Max. Memory | |
| Memory channels | 2 |
| ECC | ✓ |
| PCIe | |
| PCIe Bandwidth |
Thermal Management
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 95 W |
| TDP (PL2) | |
| TDP up | |
| TDP down | |
| T. junction max. |
Technical details
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chip design | |
| AES-NI | ✓ |
| Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux |
| Instruction set | x86-64 (64 bit) |
| ISA extensions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4 |
| Release date | Q4/2012 |
| Release price | |
| Documents |
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