ASUS 8200 Ti200 - Detonator 11/23
ATI RADEON 8500 OEM - 4.13.9009.

Until the end of testing, the drivers themselves were the recommended versions (releases) for both cards for Windows 98 / ME.

The system, of course, by any standards is clearly not “Top”, it is more average or a little more than that, but on the other hand, video cards are also not the most expensive and fast, so a certain balance is present here.

The tests were carried out only in the 32-bit color (no results were visible in the 16-bit color), all tests had VSync enabled. Other settings were taken for granted, so no changes were made after installing the driver (except for enabling VSync). All tests have sound when connected.

All tests look at only resolutions of 1024x768, 1280x1024, and at these resolutions this video card will ensure a completely comfortable level of playability in all current games. In addition, in our opinion, most consumers in our minds are using 15 "-17" monitors, for which only 1024x768 and 1280x1024 will be provided with a completely “humane” refresh rate of 85-100Hz. And in order to continue to gain increasing popularity of LCD monitors, this also allows for the main ones.

We carried out almost all tests both in the primary mode and with anisotropic filtration. Why, please, with anisotropic filtration? On the right, in modern games in the primary mode (with a tri-line) in these high-playable fps settings, weaker and, obviously, less expensive cards often give, such as GeForce2 Titanium, ATI Radeon 7500, ce4 MX 440. Quite a lot Vlasniks of video cards of the GF3 and Radeon 8500 class are actively playing, they respect that playing on such powerful cards (even on their younger modifications) without additional pressure, such as anisotropic filtering, still goes and by taxi to the bakery, and as you know, “our people don't take taxis to the bakery ":).

Nutrition depends only on the type of inspiration you choose. We obviously turned off other types of animation, because (again in our opinion), it’s far from common today that games can be played simply with anti-aliasing in 4x mode (not to mention the lack of this mode with anisotropic filtering). The choice is actually between AA 2x and AF, from which we have deprived us of the remaining mode (which means, subjectively, that the 3D picture is more acceptable in most cases). Of course, figuring out what is not the best decision, but in the minds of the interim hour for testing it is necessary to strengthen the head in front of everyone else.

For tests, 8500 LE calls have a mode with a maximum level of anisotropic filtration, for Ti200 Anisotropic filtration level = 4, As a compromise between vigor and productivity.

To evaluate the effect of overclocking video cards, we tested the Radeon 8500 LE both in normal mode (250/250) and in overclocked mode (286/266). The Ti200 card was also tested in stock (175/200) and overclocked (200/230) settings. It turns out that ignition is a roulette, someone’s video card will ignite and will work stably (and not just pass five tests) at higher frequencies, especially if you use additional cooling or start resoldering resistors. We were confused by these numbers, so we thought that such a development is practically guaranteed for these video cards and without additional inputs.

Due to the number of hours and the great number of tests, it was decided to carry out tests (at this stage) only under the Win98SE operating system. In the near future, we plan to prepare the second part of this article with tests in Windows XP.

The AMD company produces not only clear and, in view of its productivity (albeit energy-efficient) processors, but also Radeon video cards, the characteristics of which are sufficient to run the most productive games.

This technology, especially released during the remaining 2 releases, allows you to work with resource-intensive add-ons (3D graphics).

In order to select the appropriate model and determine whether you have enough capabilities to finish your tasks, take a look at the parameters of the graphics processors in the report.

In order to understand the characteristics of the device more simply, you can put together a table with the meaning of the main values ​​that affect the productivity and functionality of the video card.

These include the bus parameters (frequency and capacity), the type of memory used when the graphics processor is manufactured, the processing speed of the data, and the memory capacity.

You can also rely on the accumulated electrical energy, which may put strain on the computer's power supply unit and the cooling method of the device.

Memory frequency and bus capacity

The memory frequency of the video card, first of all, affects the speed of its work. The average value of this indicator is 1000 MHz for HBM memory and 6000-8000 for GDDR5.

In this case, the degree of productivity of the card based on its frequency is not always directly proportional, as another indicator that affects the throughput of the device is the bus capacity.

Depending on the bus characteristics, first of all, the video card memory bandwidth must be determined.

The larger the width, the faster the data is processed by the graphics processor (GPU).

So, paying for 64 bits is no longer available on current computers, although it is still available for sale in online stores.

Most current models of video cards have a capacity of 128 and 256 bits, top versions - 512 bits and higher.

The top ten AMD models today have the following capacity:

• RX 470, 480 and 380 series - 256-bit;
• 390th series R9 - 512 bits;

• The remaining models, R9 Fury and Nano, are equipped with a new type of memory - 4096 bits;
• One of them is produced using a new technology with an 18 nm process, RX models, which have a capacity of only 128 bits, through which they offer a low speed of data transfer, although they are quite cheap, representing a budget option for gamers iv.

The high capacity of other AMD video cards, which eliminates the high cost of high-ball memory modules, allows for a lower frequency, which ensures high power consumption.

At this rate, the power consumption (1 W per 1 GB / data transfer speed) is lower - R9 models with HBM memory perform less efficiently than other cards.

The main feature of Radeon Fury and Nano is the ability to run more graphics-intensive add-ons and resource-intensive games with a high FPS (frame rate).

Type and use of memory

GDDR5 memory, which was recently considered the shortest option for graphics cards, is starting to become outdated.

Moreover, the producers declare that they are able to reach their limits, and begin to look for new solutions. One of them is HBM technology, which includes:

• increased productivity;
• less energy consumption;
• the specific organization of the memory subsystem.

For these reasons, the current and more expensive video cards R9 Fury, Fury X and Nano, with a low frequency of 1000 MHz, perform 33% faster than the flagship of the previous generation R9 390X - 512 GB / s there are 384.

The equally new, but budget model RX 460 with a nasty frequency of 1212 MHz has 5 times less speed than the same with the older model of the generator, because it is not only the GDDR5 memory that has the capacity in 128 bit.

The amount of memory for current Radeon graphics devices is around 4096-8192 MB.

Nowadays, games require at least 4 GB of memory to run with normal settings.

Although for HBM memory this indicator is not so important - it is important to add the throughput of the building, which is higher than that of GDDR.

technical process

The main design elements of the processor, including the graphics processor, and transistors, allow or block the electrical current in the direct direction.

These depend largely on the productivity of the video card, and this indicator, in turn, depends on the size of the transistors and the technology used in their production.

Most video card vendors, including AMD, use a 28 nm transistor process.

This display value is the same for all current models, except the RX 400 series.

New generation graphics processors are based on 14 nm technology. And in the future, Radeon cards will be launched on the 7 nm technology process.

It is reported that 14-nanometer technology will provide the graphics core with increased productivity by 2-3 times and supports up to 3 independently working monitors.

Throughput capacity

The speed of data transfer using additional video cards must first depend on the effective frequency of their memory capacity.

The higher the value, the faster the information is transmitted, and, therefore, the faster the game is performed.

At the same time, the new HBM memory has a capacity 8 times higher, which means the frequency may be lower.

For example, for the R9 Fury X model, the throughput is the same (4096/8) bytes * 1 GHz = 512 GB / s. This value is more or less sufficient to launch any game at maximum settings.

The RX 460 video card with a capacity of 128 bits can transfer a total of 112 GB / s of information (= 7000 * 128/8).

Energy saving and cooling

The energy efficiency of various video cards depends on various officials:

• technologies that are tested when the processor is built;
• type of memory;
• tension of the graphics board.

In this case, in one series of cards you can find models with high and low energy consumption.

So, for example, the R9 390 and 390X models deliver up to 275 W of power and deliver at least 500 W to the power supply unit.

The same performance is found in the more productive cards R9 Fury and Fury X. Similarly, the R9 Nano consumes only 175 W, although in terms of productivity it does not compromise on the others and actually surpasses them.

And the inexpensive RX 460 model delivers only 75 W, providing an optimal balance between power and energy efficiency.

Power up to 75 W is provided by one PCI Express slot.

The excess of this value is compensated by additional 8-pin sockets, through which up to 150 W can be supplied.

This means that to provide energy to current AMD cards, one PCI slot is not enough and requires additional power.

The design of the cooling system also depends on the energy consumption of the graphics processor:

• Less productive models are cooled by a secondary fan system;

• processors that run daily games, run and more serious cooling - normal. For example, the R9 Nano's ventilation system includes not only a cooler, but also an evaporation chamber with heat pipes. And the R9 Fury has a metal plate installed under the radiator.

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AMD, as well as Nvidia's main competitor, continues to increase the characteristics of its video cards.

The 1st Fury series surpasses the previous generation in terms of performance (in addition to energy efficiency).

Although we don’t want to stick to the older versions, the budget RX graphics cards, created on the basis of the new 14 nm process, sacrifice the old flagships and are on par with the inexpensive models of the previous generation.

When choosing a card for your PC, you will have to pay attention to the financial side of the plan - it will cost a lot to get better features.

10 Mar. 2016

On this page below there is a message to grab the rest of the freebies Drivers for AMD video cards Radeon HD 8200 / R3, which is part of the Radeon HD 8000 series. Installation files are taken from the official website and are suitable for: Windows 7, 10, 8, 8.1, XP, Vista 32/64-bit (x86 / x64).

To make it easier to select the required files, the version of your Windows and its bit capacity ("bitness") are indicated below.

Your computer works on:

1. entice (153.5 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 7 32-bit

2. entice (239.8 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 7 64-bit

3. entice (134.8 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 10 32-bit

4. entice (208.24 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 10 64-bit

5. entice (205 MB / version 14.4 (Catalyst Software Suite) / release date 04/25/2014)

   For Windows 8 32-bit

6. entice (260 MB / version 14.4 (Catalyst Software Suite) / release date 04/25/2014)

   For Windows 8 64-bit

7. entice (154.21 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 8.1 32-bit

8. entice (239.88 MB / version 16.8.2 (Crimson Edition 16.8.2 Hotfix) / release date 08/12/2016)

   For Windows 8.1 64-bit

9. entice (179 MB / version 14.4 (Catalyst Software Suite) / release date 04/25/2014)

   For Windows XP 32 and 64-bit

10. entice (151 MB / version 13.12 (Catalyst Software Suite) / release date 12/18/2013)

    For Windows Vista 32-bit

11. entice (209 MB / version 13.12 (Catalyst Software Suite) / release date 12/18/2013)

    For Windows Vista 64-bit

A backup option is to remove the drivers using the additional program AMD Driver Autodetect

The Danish option is manual because the program AMD Driver Autodetect automatically selects and imports the remaining working drivers, Which is suitable for your AMD video card and your version of Windows. The program does not require installation, it was created by AMD and the download of files is downloaded from their official servers.

Instructions:

1. Run AMD Driver Autodetect and it will automatically select the required files for installing drivers.
2. To download files, click on the “Download Now” button.
3. Make sure you have downloaded the files and begin the installation.

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G / Radeon Vega 8 vs Intel Pentium G4560 / GeForce GT 1030: what to choose?

Test stand h:

• ASRock A320M-HDV
• MSI B350I PRO AC
• CHIEFTEC GPE-500S 500W
• Vinga CS207B

On the contrary, its configuration is based on a 2-core 4-thread with a Vinga CL-2001B cooler, an ASRock H110M-HDS motherboard and a low-profile MSI GeForce GT 1030 video card with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. This looks like a slight overclocking of the GPU: 1265/1518 instead of the standard 1227/1468 MHz. The effective memory frequency is 6 GHz. However, the components of the test systems are the same.

Test bench with Intel Pentium G4560:

• ASRock H110M-HDS
• Vinga CL-2001B
• MSI GeForce GT 1030 2G LP OC
• 2x 4GB DDR4-2400 GOODRAM (GR2400D464L17S / 4G)
• SSD AMD Radeon R3 120GB (R3SL120G)
• HDD i.norys 1TB (INO-IHDD1000S2-D1-7232)
• CHIEFTEC GPE-500S 500W
• Vinga CS207B

At the time of preparation of the material, the final configuration price based on AMD Ryzen 3 cost approximately $384. A competitive system based on Intel Pentium G4560 cost $435 or 13% more expensive. For the purity of the experiment, almost all the prices were taken from the price list of one store, but it is not excluded that in other stores the price tags for other products may be higher or lower, so the numbers are given great guidance. And, of course, we cannot confirm that the collection values ​​are optimal, and even the skin selects a system to meet its moisture needs.

Now let's see what the systems can do in a variety of games with Full HD resolution. Graphics profiles were selected in such a way that the installed AMD Vega 8 video core was compatible with launch.

benchmark World of Tanks Encore with an average preset, you see an average of 56 FPS with up to 26 in a system with AMD Ryzen 3. The opponent’s results are 30-50% higher. This graphics is much smoother and calmer per frame, so the system with a discrete video card looks better.

IN Rainbow Six Siege I had to go down to a low profile in order to see playable performance on Ryzen 3: on average 62 FPS with a frame rate of up to 28. The combination of Intel Pentium G4560 and GeForce GT 1030 on average shows only a little more - 66 frames /s. Then the increase in the minimum framerate, rare and even rare stages exceeds 50%. The comfort of gameplay will be greater in a system with a discrete video card.

Watch Dogs 2 Processor-intensiveness is important to the game, so with a low Pentium preset, it’s time to play around with it for an hour. The Ryzen 3 processor part copes better - 4 full-fledged cores make themselves known, but the video core does not work well and the performance drops to 14 FPS, while with the GeForce GT 1030 the speed does not drop below 21 frames / sec. In general, the advantage of other configurations can be estimated at 40-60%.

IN PUBG I had a chance to choose a very low profile and reduce the scale of marking to 70%. Ale y tse did not save up to 16 FPS in both cases. Moreover, even rare performance in the system with GeForce GT 1030 was lower than that of AMD Vega 8, but for other parameters it was 50-60% ahead. Her schedule is calmer at times.

Walking around Novigrad third Witcher took place with low graphics and post-processing presets. Compared to the average performance, the system with the GeForce GT 1030 looks better: 34 versus 29 FPS, and other statistics show the speed of the AMD Vega 8, although the difference is only 2 FPS. Clearly there are signs of defective processing power.

important Assassin's Creed Origins You can run it on an iGPU with a very low preset, but the results will not please you - on average 27 FPS with settings up to 12. To pass, you will have to switch to HD. The connection with the GeForce GT 1030 is also not great: on average 33 FPS with settings up to 13. However, the statistics of even rarer and rarer options are much better: 22-25 versus 12-17 FPS.

Margin regime Battlefield 1 It is not possible to synchronize, so it is difficult to talk about the repetition of results. Prote with a low preset, the performance of minimal speed, rare and even rare speeds in both systems is approximately equal to the advantage of 1-3 FPS on the speed of the GeForce GT 1030. Beyond the mid-frequency, you will come out ahead by 28%.

Completing the first benchmark test block Far Cry 5 at low preset. Here the emphasis on the processor is not as great as in Battlefield 1, which allows for a slight advantage over the discrete video card in every statistical indicator: the difference is between 10-60%.

Nice 21.5-inch all-in-one ASUS ET2230AGK based on AMD Beema

If you are looking for a computer in the All-in-One format for office work, homework or entertainment, then you will be surprised by the ASUS ET2230AGK model. Von Vikoristova has a 21.5-inch Full HD screen with a clear and natural color scheme.

The new product is based on 4-core energy-efficient APUs of the AMD Beema series, supplemented with a mobile video card of the first generation (AMD Radeon R5 M230 or Radeon R5 M320), DDR3L RAM and HDD storage Storage capacity from 500 GB to 1 TB. Additionally, the package includes an optical DVD RW drive, a pair of stereo speakers supported by ASUS SonicMaster technology, a set of necessary edge modules and external interfaces, as well as a webcam with a microphone. This new product is completely ready for work and deployment of devices that take up more monitor space at work.

The sales are expected to come with Windows 8.1 OS installed beforehand. The technical specifications of the ASUS ET2230AGK monoblock are presented in the following table:

Computer vibe 2015. Winter

After a long break, we decided to continue publishing analytical materials related to the selection of components. Of course, the situation in the country affected the domestic IT market and the purchasing power of the population. However, judging by the comments and observations on profile forums, the nutritional structure of the optimal configuration, as before, does not lose its relevance. Until then, the publication of the article “Computer Choice 2014. Winter” had already passed. For what seemed like an insignificant period of time, a lot of changes were taking place in the IT industry: a number of new platforms appeared, brightly promising technologies and standards emerged, and many PC components created time for greater productivity. In such a situation, and also with constant fluctuations in the course, it is important for current investors to follow all changes. What do we already say about those who are affected by the light of digital technology only on the level of the common inhabitant. Naturally, in such minds, the choice of the optimal PC for them can turn into a task. We hope that this material will help to simplify this task a little bit, as well as evaluate the development of the veterinary components market for the beginning of 2015.

As before, there were configurations for these and other tasks, first of all we will look at the next set of components: motherboard + processor + video card + RAM + storage + life unit + cooling system + case. Accessories (monitor, keyboard, teddy bear, etc.) are obviously not included in the list, since their selection also includes a subjective factor. In such a situation, it is not entirely correct to be specific.

In the same way, we will previously be abstract from any brands, and if we ever get closer to specific names, then they will be viewed more as a butt, and not as a pre-purchase call. However, if such a model appears much better than its analogues, naturally, this moment will be obligatory in the statistics. All prices were taken from popular online stores and the average value was calculated. It is entirely possible that in your place the potential for some components to appear higher or lower. And in today’s minds, this situation is much less real, especially when talking about the same components brought to the territory of the country at different times. Therefore, when using this material when choosing a PC, it is necessary to understand that the prices indicated are approximate and are not intended to be indicative.

Well, we’ve sorted out the official part, now we can move on to the computer configuration. In order of increased functionality and availability, they can be arranged in the following way:

• computer for learning and surfing the Internet;
• office computer;
• HTPC;
• HTPC, which includes the functions of a mini-PC;
• home computer for running daily games on minimal/low graphics settings;
• home computer for running daily games on low/medium graphics settings;
• home computer for running daily games on medium/high graphics settings;
• home computer for running daily games on high/maximum graphics settings and at high resolutions;
• home computer for running daily games on ultra-high graphics settings and at high resolutions;
• computer for multimonitor systems and workstations.

All-in-one MSI Adora20 5M, AE200 5M and AE220 5M based on AMD Beema APU

MSI has introduced three all-in-one models to the market: MSI Adora20 5M, AE200 5M and AE220 5M, which are based on various APUs from the AMD Beema series. Thus, the 19.5-inch MSI Adora20 5M is equipped with a 4-core AMD E2-6110 SoC processor, which operates at a frequency of 1.5 GHz. And the axis of the 19.5-inch MSI AE200 5M and 21.5-inch MSI AE220 5M is based on the more productive 4-core version of the AMD A4-6210 with a clock frequency of 1.8 GHz.

The video system of all new products is based on the graphics core integrated into the APU, and there are two SO-DIMM slots for installing RAM modules. The disk subsystem of the MSI Adora20 5M solution can support one 2.5-inch drive, and the MSI AE200 5M and AE220 5M drives come with front-mounted 3.5-inch HDD drives with a capacity of 500 GB or 1 TB.

All three models can also boast the necessary edge modules and external interfaces, a pair of 3-watt speakers, a Tray-in DVD Super Multi optical drive, a webcam and a card reader. Particularly noteworthy in the new products are the use of advanced displays, which are supported by Anti-Flicker and Less Blue Light technologies for a change in visual clarity.

MSIAE220 5M

The current table of technical specifications for MSI's new all-in-one PCs looks like this:

Review and testing of the AMD Athlon 5150 processor

Not long ago, the new energy-efficient AMD AM1 platform and a number of processors for it were presented to the world. Three of them (AMD Sempron 3850 i) we have already begun to learn in practice. In this review, we will continue to examine the capabilities of representatives of the AMD Kabini family and take a closer look at the model. It is, as it can be concluded, a lite version of the flagship of the series (AMD Athlon 5350 processor) and differs from the next one in clock frequency.

Specification:

Packaging, delivery set and appearance

All AMD Kabini APUs, including the AMD Athlon 5150 model, are supplied in a new box, designed in white and black colors. The difference lies only in the logo and information on the sticker, on which the device has traditionally placed the main technical characteristics: clock frequency (1.6 GHz), L2 cache size (2 MB) and memory There are processor cores (4). It also states that the cooling system is already included in the delivery package.

The box contains:

• processor, packaged for additional protection in a plastic blister;
• cooler;
• kerivnitstvo koristuvach;
• sticker with the logo of the AMD Athlon APU series.

The AMD Athlon 5150 is in no way different from the previously reviewed solutions of the AMD Kabini family. The name of the series and model markings are located on the heat-dissipating cover. Also indicated are the edges where the crystal was rotated (Nimechina) and where the residual assembly of the processor was performed (Taiwan). The reshaping of the contacts on the back side indicates the Socket AM1 processor socket.

Standard cooling system

All solutions of the AMD Kabini family use the same level of TDP (25 W), so it is only logical that their “stock” coolers are identical. In addition, such versatility allows you to save money when developing processors, since it is not necessary for all models to re-invent the parameters of the cooling system.

Although it is unlikely that retailers have spent a lot of money on the design of this cooler, even its design is extremely simple: a small aluminum radiator, which consists of four sections of aluminum fins, is cooled by a low profile 50mm fan.

It is noteworthy that the height of the cooling system is reduced to just 40 mm, which allows it to be installed in very compact cases, which often serve as the basis for nettops and multimedia PCs (HTPCs). We would like to remind you that coolers with mounts for boards equipped with Socket AM3 / AM3 + / FM2 / FM2 + processor sockets are not suitable for the AMD AM1 platform.

processor heatingAMDAthlon 5150 in idle mode

processor heatingAMDAthlon 5150 at maximum intensity

In practice, the standard cooling system has proven to work well. During the last hour of stress testing for processor cores and the installed graphics core, the temperature of the AMD Athlon 5150 did not rise above 47 ° C, but when the computer was idle it became 33 ° C. At which speed the fan speed varied between 1300 - 2600 rpm xv . The maximum value is 4000 rpm, which can be achieved by activating the secondary profile in the BIOS menu of the motherboard. As far as noise characteristics are concerned, the cooler continues to operate quietly right up to the 3000 rpm mark, and after reaching this threshold a noticeable background appears.

Analysis of technical characteristics

In the default mode, the speed of the AMD Athlon 5150 is as high as 1600 MHz with a reference frequency of 100 MHz and a multiplier of “x16”. At the moment of recording, the voltage reading at the core was 1.296 V.

In idle mode, the multiplier is reduced to “x8”, thereby lowering the frequency to 800 MHz. The voltage at this point becomes 1.092 V.

The cache memory of the AMD Athlon 5150 is distributed in the same way as in the previously reviewed 4-core models of the AMD Kabini family:

• first-level L1 cache memory: on the skin with 4 cores there is 32 KB for data with 8 association channels and 32 KB for instructions with 2 association channels;
• cache memory of another level L2: 2 MB for all cores with 16 association channels;
• cache memory of the third level L3 daily.

The DDR3 RAM controller operates in single-channel mode and is guaranteed to support modules with frequencies up to 1600 MHz. The maximum memory capacity can be up to 16 GB.

The GPU-Z utility incorrectly determined the characteristics of the installed graphics core, so for this purpose we quickly turned to another popular diagnostic program - AIDA64.

The AMD Athlon 5150 is equipped with a video core from the AMD Radeon R3 Graphics series under the code name AMD Radeon HD 8400, Based on the advanced AMD GCN microarchitecture. It includes 128 stream processors, 4 rasterization modules and 8 texture units, and the clock frequency is 600 MHz. To save energy when there is a lot of demand on the iGPU, its frequency is automatically reduced to 266 MHz.

By the way, the flagship model of the AMD Kabini family has exactly the same graphics core. Therefore, we can assume that in games the APUs (AMD Athlon 5150 and AMD Athlon 5350) will show approximately the same result. However, for a more accurate picture, let's take a look at the test results.

New AMD Kaveri APU desktops have begun to appear in motherboard support lists

Currently, there are only two representatives of the AMD Kaveri desktop APU line available on the market: AMD A10-7850K and AMD A10-7700K. It is unknown why AMD delayed the release of other models, they have already begun to appear in the support lists of various motherboards, which indicates a quick debut.

Zokrem, on the websites of MSI and Biostar the models AMD A6-7400K, AMD A8-7600 and AMD A10-7800 were marked. The AMD A6-7400K version is equipped with two processor cores with a base frequency of 3.5 GHz. The total L2 cache memory is 1 or 2 MB, and the video adapter contains AMD Radeon R3 or AMD Radeon R5 series solutions. More precisely, it’s difficult to say, some of the information is super clear. It is clear that the TDP indicator is 65 W.

One of the largest models is the 4-core AMD A8-7600 model. In nominal mode (TDP at 65 W), these processor cores operate at a base / dynamic frequency of 3.3 / 3.8 GHz in parallel. However, the user can switch it to a power-saving operating mode (TDP stock 45 W), in which the performance is reduced to 3.1 / 3.1 GHz.

The AMD A10-7800 APU will be suitable for those who want to enjoy high productivity without planning to use additional overclocking. The base frequency of 4 processor cores is around 3.5 GHz. The video acceleration of the AMD Radeon R7 series consists of 512 stream processors and operates at a frequency of 720 MHz, which allows them to achieve a high level of productivity. In this case, the TDP indicator is set to 65 W.

A table of technical specifications of the new AMD Kaveri series APUs has been provided:

Review and testing of the AMD Sempron 2650 processor

Ultra-budget processors are always gaining a stable price from buyers due to their unmatched advantages. They allow you to easily pick up an inexpensive desktop or first-time computer for your child, which will have sufficient productivity to run standard, everyday applications.

Since 2004, the AMD Sempron family has been replenished with different processors, but all of them have been limited to the lowest price range. With the release of the new energy-efficient AMD AM1 platform, AMD changed its design and moved from classic CPUs to hybrid devices with an integrated graphics core - APU.

The new AMD Sempron APUs are based on the AMD Jaguar microarchitecture. Similar to the SoC (System-on-Chip) design, it combines computing and graphics cores, a RAM controller, and a chipset. At the moment, two models have entered the new series: AMD Sempron 2650 and AMD Sempron 3850, a table of technical specifications of which appears to be up-to-date is provided:

This review will focus on the dual-core model, which has a good chance of success in the lower price category of products.

AMD Sempron 2650 is supplied in a small white box made of strong cardboard. It has a small opening at the plastic end, which allows you to appreciate the new appearance of the processor.

On one side, the manufacturer has identified the area of ​​​​storage of the new product (solving everyday tasks, in other words - working with documents and multimedia files, as well as surfing the Internet). On the front side there is a sticker with a dry hologram and the serial number of the device.

The AMD Sempron 2650 package includes:

• refrigeration system;
• short instructions for installing the processor;
• sticker on the computer case.

The instructions themselves, step by step, with the help of initial pictograms, show the entire process of not only installing the APU in the socket, but also correctly fixing the complete cooling system.

The cooler consists of a small radiator, which is fixed to the motherboard using two spring clips, as well as a fan installed on the new one. In this case, the Foxconn PVA050E12L model with a diameter of 50 mm with an operating voltage of 12 V and a power jet of 0.16 A is used in the propeller core.

We note that the maidan, which contacts the processor through a thin ball of thermal paste, is round in shape.

We also verified the effectiveness of the standard refrigeration system on an open test bench. The operating speed range of the complete fan in automatic mode is between 1300 and 4000 rpm. Up to 3000 rpm the engine is practically silent, and only at 4000 rpm there is noticeable background noise. In the default mode of the turntable, the GPU temperature does not exceed 28 ° C, and the processor cores - 40 ° C, so there is no concern about overheating.

On the AMD Sempron 2650 case, in addition to marking, the manufacturing edges are indicated: the crystal itself was spun in Germany, and the remaining folding was already produced in Taiwan. On the back there is a set of contacts connected to the new connector - Socket AM1.

It is also obvious that when installing the APU in a socket, you need to be extremely careful so as not to damage the long and thin copper contacts.

The main advantage of the AMD Sempron 2650, as can be seen in the specifications table, is that it delivers a low TDP (25 W). Therefore, it is possible to use not only a compact and low-noise active cooler, but also a passive cooling system.

During the final stress tests, the APU multiplier was at the maximum value of “x14.5”, and the clock frequency at the time of recording was at 1447 MHz. The voltage at the core was 1.288 V.

In idle mode, the frequency dropped to 798 MHz with a multiplier value of “x8” and a supply voltage of 1.072 V.

Now let's look at the cache memory distribution scheme. For data caching, 32 KB of L1 cache memory per core with 8 association channels was provided, and 32 KB of L1 cache memory per core with 2 association channels was provided for instructions. There is also 1024 KB of L2 cache memory with 16 associative channels. The processor does not have third-tier L3 cache memory.

The memory controller operates in single-channel mode and supports DDR3 modules with frequencies up to 1333 MHz. The support for modules with a frequency of 1600 MHz and higher (with automatic reductions to the nominal 1333 MHz) depends on the specific model of the motherboard, from which APU data will be used.

Review and testing of the AMD Athlon 5350 processor for the AMD AM1 platform

“An insignificant wave of the blizzard wings at one end of the world
could trigger a tsunami elsewhere"
Blizzard Effect with Chaos Theory

In 2011, the rise in the budget segment of AMD processors began the transition to an active shift to the APU design, which integrates the central and graphics processor cores, as well as the memory controller, on one chip. The first models to hit the market were the AMD Zacate (AMD E) and AMD Ontario (AMD C) series, which were aimed at being used in netbooks, nettops and laptops of the primary market. This approach can be used in the design of other boards with different microcircuits of the Pivnichny and Pivdenny bridges. The first of them went to the processor storage, and the other one began to be called the “Chipset”. This has significantly simplified the design of the circuit board and the design of the cooling system, promoted the speed of operation of other components and changed the efficiency of production.

The next evolutionary stage is the transition to SoC (System-on-Chip) design. It transfers integration into the processor of the chipset microcircuits, so that simultaneously with the computing functions of the CPU it integrates and coordinates, ensuring the correct interaction of a variety of internal interfaces. As a result, the design and layout of motherboards becomes simpler, and the need for numerous additional controllers is eliminated. Everything is subject to further changes in the quality of the product, which is positively indicated at the end price.

The first APUs supporting SoC design in AMD’s lineup were the 28-nm AMD Temash and AMD Kabini series, which replaced the 40-nm models of the AMD Ontario and AMD Zacate series. They are aimed at the best choice in the stock of budget tablets, nettops, all-in-one PCs and laptops. Desktop motherboards with AMD Kabini APU integration have appeared on the market, which allow you to create core systems for everyday tasks and multimedia pleasures.

One key point in the first SoC processors from AMD is the use of a BGA package, which transfers soldering in the CPU factory to the connector on the motherboard. On the one hand, this approach reduces the productivity of production, and on the other hand, the process of replacing such a processor becomes more complicated. And since for laptops it is respected as the norm and does not attract mass complaints, then many desktop PCs are highly valued and appreciate the possibility of completely updating the configuration by replacing the processor.

Therefore, AMD decided to create desktop versions of the AMD Kabini APU, placing them in a PGA package, which allows you to easily change the processor depending on demand. It is also important to note that AMD has chosen to use well-known brands for naming new APUs - AMD Athlon and AMD Sempron, due to the competition of these chips with the latest Intel Pentium and Intel Celeron series (platform Intel Bay Trail).

Now let's go through the key aspects of the presentation of the AMD AM1 platform and look at the main features of the new processors. For starters, AMD announced the date of the food supply: “Are we planning to release a new budget platform?”

Based on data from IDC for the fourth quarter of 2013, the majority of the desktop systems market (38%) is occupied by seed market solutions. Mainstream-class PCs account for 30%, and productive desktops account for 32%. Thus, the market for budget systems is so large that AMD did not want to give too much of the Intel Bay Trail platform and was preparing its own alternative, which seems to be very suitable, covering the specifics of power consumption in this area. There is particularly high hope for the AMD AM1 platform in the markets of countries that are developing, in which prices power plays a leading role.

In fact, AMD wanted to quickly build on the successful 28nm AMD Jaguar microarchitecture to create a new generation of processors from the AMD Sempron and AMD Athlon lines. As was already mentioned earlier, they combine on one chip a central processor core, a graphics adapter based on the AMD GCN microarchitecture and a single-channel DDR3-1600 RAM controller supported by storage capacity up to 16 GB.

Additionally, they implement support for a number of controllers, which in traditional systems are included in the storage of chipset microcircuits. Zokrema, it's all about:

• SD memory cards up to 2 TB;
• two USB 3.0 ports;
• eight USB 2.0 ports;
• PS/2 interface and various internal sensors (temperature, fan speed, etc.);
• eDP, DisplayPort / HDMI and VGA video ports;
• four-line PCI Express x16 interface for connecting a discrete video card;
• two SATA 6 Gb/s ports;
• There are four lines to the PCI Express x1 interface, one of which is used to connect a gigabit edge controller.

AMD representatives did not forget to mention the improvements that the 28-nm AMD Jaguar microarchitecture brought with it. The base is based on the 40nm AMD Bobcat, with the transition to a new technological process allowing for an increase in the number of structural elements and optimization of all key blocks. Blame AMD for expanding the microarchitecture instead of implementing a radically new one, since there is an unwritten rule: “when changing a technical process, do not change the microarchitecture to make it unique” I have mercy." Therefore, you can see more changes in future versions of processors on the AMD AM1 platform. In this phase, engineers added modules for processing integers (IEU) and fractional numbers (FPU), reworked the storage/saving feature, provided 128-bit access to the FPU block, and provided more resources for the work of the front-selection blocks ki, added support for new instructions (SSE4. 1 / 4.2, AES, CLMUL, MOVBE, AVX, F16C and BMI1) and introduced many other additions.

A lot of good stuff can be found in the microarchitecture of AMD Steamroller (AMD Kaveri APU) and AMD Jaguar: the same OOO (Out-of-Order) design, adoption of the 28 nm process technology, support for new sets of instructions, etc. However, there are also essential differences. First of all, the size is the same: several AMD Jaguar processor cores occupy an area equivalent to one dual-core AMD Steamroller module. Important features of the energy-efficient microarchitecture of AMD Jaguar and AMD Steamroller include: support for 32 KB L1 data cache instead of 16 KB, storage in the skin core FPU unit and behind-the-scenes access to cache memory L2 for all cores. It is clear that AMD Steamroller transfers the cost of one FP block to a dual-core module. The same principle applies to the L2 cache memory.

As a result of the elimination of all improvements, the IPC indicator (number of instructions written per clock) for the AMD Jaguar microarchitecture was 17% equal to the result of the AMD Bobcat. Productivity in single- and high-volume jobs has increased significantly, which is good news.

The integrated graphics adapter integrates with the well-known AMD GCN microarchitecture, which is also present in. We have the same structure of CU (Compute Unit) computing clusters, which include several vector blocks and a scalar spp processor. At its core, the vector unit has 16 stream processors in its storage, so the total number of them in one CU is up to 64. In the first APU platform AMD AM1, there are a maximum of two CU clusters, so the total number of stream processors in them become 128.

Another important point in graphics adapters, which is related to their name, deserves respect. Initially, unofficial sources pointed to the development of circuits called “AMD Radeon HD 8000”. In the official presentation, the name “AMD Radeon R3” is mentioned, which will significantly simplify the classification of the level of productivity of the graphics adapter in the current structure of the AMD company. We remember that the first AMD Kaveri APU models are equipped with an AMD Radeon R7 graphics core. As a result, the name AMD Radeon R5 is no longer valid, as, most likely, it will be included in the less productive APUs of the AMD Kaveri line. The stench will appear in the other half of 2014.

The results of consistent testing in popular synthetic and gaming benchmarks for the flagship AMD Athlon 5350 model look even more hostile. It is quite possible to bypass its main competitor in the form of the Intel Pentium J2900. In unplayable AMD Athlon 5350 games, the thread appears in front of the connection between the Intel Celeron G1610 processor and the NVIDIA GeForce GT 210 discrete video card.

The test results become even more impressive after the equalization of the performance of these models, since AMD's APU pieces together with a motherboard cost less than one Intel processor. And even quality for cob platforms plays an even greater role.

In the AMD AM1 platform APU itself, a very important advantage is a productive graphics adapter, which can be used for smooth and clear processing of the operating system interface, creating high-quality video (4K Ultra HD), drone-free video transmission (Miracast), launching impossible games, fast editing photographs and other similar works. Considering that in such systems you don’t have to pay for an additional discrete video card, then AMD’s APUs look very good compared to their competitors. It is also important to work with a wide range of popular software vendors to optimize their products for the microarchitectural features of AMD solutions.

At the end of the presentation, AMD guessed about the positioning of all its desktop platforms: AMD AM1 - mainstream systems, AMD FM2 + - mainstream-class computers and AMD AM3 + - high-performance PCs.

The table of technical specifications of the first APUs of the AMD AM1 platform has been compiled and looks like the latest:

Now let’s move on to reviewing and testing the flagship APU model of the AMD AM1 platform. Is the productivity level of the new tabletop good, as stated in the presentation? What other achievements or shortcomings does she have? On this subject we will try to inform you further.

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Before us, not only a representative of the AMD Kabini family was tested, but also the entire system (processor + motherboard + RAM). This will give us the opportunity to fully evaluate the capabilities of the entire AMD AM1 platform, and also allow us to understand which tasks are best suited.

It seems that the motherboard is the basis of any computer. Our VIP has a model ASRock AM1B-ITX, Wikonan in Mini-ITX format. This form factor will be the main one for the AMD AM1 platform, which also wants to introduce solutions in the microATX format to the market. At least all the great motherboard manufacturers, including ASRock, have already announced at least one such model.

Let's turn to our ASRock AM1B-ITX board. As a matter of fact, its layout is completely standard for such compact solutions: the processor socket is located in the middle; on the left edge of the textolite there are expanded interfaces, and on the opposite side there are slots for RAM; The lower part is provided for a PCI Express x16 connector. It’s worth remembering that there are only 4 lanes of the PCIe 2.0 standard. However, such a quantity in this case will be entirely sufficient, since the AMD AM1 platform is primarily positioned as the basis for office computers, nettops or HTPCs, and not for gaming configurations. Therefore, most importantly, the PCI Express slot will be used as a card that expands the multimedia capabilities of the system, for example, an external audio card or a TV tuner.

Exchange rates are applied to the RAM: its capacity can reach 16 GB, and its speed is 1600 MHz. In addition, there is no support for the dual-channel mode. However, for the tasks mentioned above, these interchanges are not that critical, and in practice they do not play a special role.

Some processors from the AMD Kabini family have taken over the non-personal functions of third-party controllers, and the number of additional chips on the motherboard has completely decreased. The first thing that comes to mind is the importance of the chipset. Now the support for SATA 6 Gb/s ports comes directly from the processor, although only in the amount of two. The ASRock company noted that this might be insufficient and took advantage of the additional controller ASMedia ASM1061, which supports two more SATA 6 Gb/s ports. The picture is exactly the same with USB 3.0 connectors: 2 USB 3.0 ports, located on the interface panel, operate under processor control, and there are 2 more that can be connected to the connector on the motherboard This board is provided by the ASMedia ASM1042A controller .

The video interfaces on the rear panel include VGA, DVI and HDMI. Finally, it supports a resolution of 4096 x 2160 at a firing frequency of 24 Hz. Also present here: a LAN connector, an LPT port, three audio connectors, a pair of USB 2.0 and one PS / 2 Combo for connecting a keyboard or bear. The audio path of the base is based on the Realtek ALC662 chip, and the edge interface operates under the controls of the Realtek RTL 8111GR gigabit chip.

In terms of functional capabilities, the AMD AM1 platform practically does not sacrifice other popular solutions with Socket FM2 / FM2 + / LGA 1 150 processor sockets.

The TDP of AMD Kabini processors is stated to be around 25 W, which means that the power supply subsystem must handle low performance. Completely remove the 2-phase VRM module, which we can install on the ASRock AM1B-ITX board. This robot is powered by a Richtek RT8179B PWM controller, which includes two phase drivers, as well as a number of advanced technologies (including specifications - OCP / OVP / UVP / SCP).

Such a simple configuration of the processor allows you to quickly spend money on manufacturing the motherboard and, as a result, change the end performance of the entire computer.

The system is connected via a 24-pin ATX connector. Although, looking at the low energy consumption of AMD Kabini processors, it is entirely possible that we can use models of motherboards equipped with an external adapter (DC 19V).

The RAM subsystem, selected for testing configuration, consists of one module AMD AE34G1609U1S, Which is related to the branded AMD Radeon Memory series. Available with markings and labels, it has a capacity of 4 GB and can operate at a nominal frequency of 1600 MHz at 9-9-9-28 and a voltage of 1.5 V. Shared network and HTPC selection huddle in compact buildings, de, As a rule, it is important to organize the cooling system, then the presence of additional radiators on the memory chips will definitely not be noticeable.

We have not verified the maximum potential of the AMD AE34G1609U1S module, since the memory controller installed in the processor does not allow it to function at frequencies above 1600 MHz. However, there is no need to worry too much about this, and even the increased speed of the memory subsystem is practically not shown on the speed code of most real add-ons. A small increase is expected only in highly specialized programs, which are unlikely to run on configurations built on the AMD AM1 platform.

AMD Athlon 5350 processor

Packaging, delivery set and standard refrigeration system

And now let's move on to the most important thing - the AMD Kabini processor, which is in our series of presentations of the flagship model. Having tested the system in the warehouse at the test laboratory, we will omit the description of the box and take a quick look at the standard cooling system.

It differs from the primary colors that are equipped with processors of the AMD Trinity / Richland / Kaveri / Zambezi / Vishera families, especially due to its compact dimensions. The depth and width of this refrigeration system is 55 mm (without fixing the fasteners), and the height is just 40 mm. Please adjust the dimensions immediately after installing the fan.

It is significant that for the first time in a long time, AMD has changed the fastening system: instead of the original bolts, the cooler is secured using two spring plastic clips. As a result, cooling systems with mounts for boards equipped with Socket AM3 / AM3 + / FM2 / FM2 + processor sockets are no longer available here.

The radiator has a basic design - an aluminum core, which consists of several sections of thin aluminum fins. To blow them, a low-profile fan FOXCONN PVA050E12L with a size of 50 mm and a power of 1.92 W is used. The connection operates through a 3-pin connector with support for monitoring the wrapping fluidity of the blades.

Despite its compact size, the standard refrigeration system does its job well. In idle mode, the processor temperature became 36 ° C, and at maximum speed (which was determined by using a stress test in the AIDA64 utility) - 43 ° C. The maximum speed of the fan wrap during the experiment reached 2950 rpm. All tests were carried out on an open stand.

External appearance and technical specifications

The AMD Athlon 5350 model comes in a micro-PGA package and is very similar to other processors produced under the AMD brand. On the heat-dissolving surface there are markings and the names of the region of production (in this case, Taiwan). The processor has already been spent on residual assembly. The crystal itself was grown in Germany, as the inscription “Diffused in Germany” informs.

Specification and technical characteristics:

In the default mode, the speed of the AMD Athlon 5350 is as high as 2050 MHz with a reference frequency of 100 MHz and a multiplier of “x20.5”. At the time of recording, the voltage reading at the core was 1.288 V.

In idle mode, the multiplier is reduced to “x8”, thereby lowering the frequency to 800 MHz. The voltage at this point should be set to 1.024 V.

The AMD Athlon 5350 cache memory is available in the following order:

• cache memory of the first level L1 - on the skin with 4 cores there is 32 KB for data with 8 association channels and 32 KB for instructions with 2 association channels;
• cache memory of another level L2 - 2 MB for all cores with 16 association channels;
• cache memory of the third level L3 - daily.

The DDR3 RAM controller operates in single-channel mode and is guaranteed to support modules with frequencies up to 1600 MHz.

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