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AMD FX-4300 processor: description and reviews

One of the most affordable computing solutions for the AM3 + platform is the AMD FX-4300 processor. On the one hand, this chip can not boast of an outstanding level of performance. But, on the other hand, the presence of four computing units allows this semiconductor crystal to run any existing software, albeit not with the maximum settings.

The chip segment and its computing capabilities

The AMD FX-4300 processor fills the niche of the most affordable processor solutions for the AM3 + socket. In terms of performance, it is much better than any other CPU of this manufacturer on FM2 + or AM1. Its availability is sufficient for the normal operation of almost all existing applications. The only thing to note is the presence of FPS drawdowns in some of the most demanding toys, not even at the maximum settings. To avoid this significant disadvantage, you need to buy more expensive CPU models .

Equipment

The AMD FX-4300 processor: OEM and Riteil are sold in two versions. In the first case, the price is much lower. But the configuration is more modest: the semiconductor chip itself, the warranty card, the sticker with the logo of the family of processors and the operating manual for the semiconductor solution. The AMD FX-4300 OEM is the most interesting for computer enthusiasts. In this case, you can additionally purchase an improved cooler model and, due to this, in the future, overclock this processor so that it can directly compete with more expensive chips from Intel's latest generation (for example, Kor Ai-6100) without any problems. Well, "Riteil" -completion is oriented to ordinary users. It differs from the OEM version only by the availability of a budget cooler and thermal paste. In this case, too, you can disperse the silicon crystal, but the result will be significantly lower than in combination with an improved cooling system.

The processor socket for this chip

The AMD FX-4300 processor is aimed at the most fresh and the most productive connector for installation. Socket AM3 + is exactly the same as that of "Analog Micro Devices". There are other processor connectors from this manufacturer. But here FM2 + and AM1 do not allow to create full-fledged game solutions. The first of them is oriented to use in multimedia systems (such PCs are excellent at copying video or audio clips). Well, AM1 is a budget socket, which is great for office systems. Therefore, computer enthusiasts turn their attention to AM3 +, which provides the highest possible level of performance. And the most affordable processor solution for this socket is "FH-4300".

Technological process

The AMD FX-4300 processor was first introduced in 2012. Since then, no changes have been made to the technological process for the production of its silicon crystals. Therefore, it is manufactured according to a very out-of-date technological process with a norm of 32 nm. This, in turn, leads to an increased area of the semiconductor crystal and increased heat release. In general, most processors in terms of energy efficiency lose their direct competitors from the "blue" camp "Intel". But this defect is substantially compensated by the very very democratic value of the semiconductor solutions of this manufacturer. Separately, it is necessary to note the technological process - SOI. If we decipher this abbreviation and translate into Russian, we get "silicon on dielectric". This is the same technological process, according to which the top-end chips of this manufacturer - Athlon XP - were manufactured. This technology was promising in the early 2000s, but now it is already outdated. But, on the other hand, it can be noted that it is sharpened and, unlike Intel solutions, such chips can boast a greater degree of reliability precisely due to this.

Cache

The presence of a powerful three-level system of fast (running on the frequency of the central processing unit) volatile memory boasts the AMD FX-4300 processor. The characteristics of this chip in this respect are really good. The total cache size of the first level is 192 KB. To store data, only 16 KB are allocated to each compute module. In sum, the level 1 data cache is equal to: 4 cores at 16 KB = 64 KB. The rest of 128 KB is divided into 2 equal parts of 64 KB, which are assigned to a certain pair of computational modules. It stores the instructions of the CPU. The second level of the cache is again divided into 2 parts of 2 MB, each of which is tied to a specific pair of computing units. In this case, both instructions and data can be stored in memory. The size of the cache of the third level is 4 MB, and it is common for the whole semiconductor crystal.

Random Access Memory

The type of RAM supported by this chip is only one - DDR3. And the hardware platform specifications allow you to install any modules that belong to this family of RAM: starting from DDR3-1066 and up to DDR3-2133 - everything will work in conjunction with this silicon solution. The only thing you need to understand when choosing memory slots is the lower the frequency of the module, the lower the total performance of the computer system. The second important nuance is the ability to overclock and increase PC performance higher on DDR3-2133 modules. It is on the last RAM slats and it is recommended to pay attention when assembling a personal computer based on this quad-core silicon crystal.

Thermal package and operating temperature ranges in different operating modes

The AMD X4 FX-4300 processor is manufactured, as was noted earlier, by the 32nm process. This leads to an increased area of the silicon crystal and increased heat release. Therefore, its heat packet is 95 W. The maximum possible operating temperature for this chip is 70 degrees. In normal mode, the temperature of the chip almost never exceeds 50 degrees. Well, but in case of overclocking with a regular cooling system, it's possible to reach these 70 degrees already at the frequency of 4.8 GHz. Therefore, to overclock this CPU, it is strongly recommended to use specialized coolers that improve the heat sink and allow even more performance of the computer system.

Frequencies

The minimum frequency, on which the AMD FX-4300 processor can work, is 3.8 GHz. This processor supports the "Turbo Cor" technology. Its essence lies in the fact that, depending on the level of complexity of the problem being solved and the degree of heating of the silicon chip of the chip, its frequencies decrease or increase dynamically. It is this feature that allows the chip to increase the frequency up to 4.0 GHz if necessary. Well, in case of idle time, the chip automatically reduces the frequency to 1.7 GHz.

Architecture

"Vishera" is the code name for the family of chips to which the AMD FX-4300 processor belongs. The Quad Core Processor of this model is the most affordable solution in this lineup. The manufacturer declares the presence of 4 computational units in this case. But some computer specialists do not agree with the positioning of this solution. The blocks for executing integer computations are actually divided into "FX-4300". And here the block of performance of calculations with a floating point is general at once for 2 computing units. On the one hand, this significantly reduces the level of energy consumption. But the negative point in all this is a decrease in PC performance. Another disadvantage of this architecture is the ability to process only two instructions per clock. In "Intel" this figure is 2 times higher and is equal to 4 instructions per clock. To somehow correct the situation, AMD is forced to sell its chips at a lower cost and unlock the CPU frequency multiplier. This all allows at least level out the advantages of a competing platform.

Overclocking

It is the availability of the unlocked multiplier is one of the main advantages, the presence of which can stand out against the competition AMD FX-4300 Black Edition processor (It is this prefix has this chip in official sources). But this is only half the case. To fully unlock the potential of this processor solution, the PC must be specially configured. It should have an improved cooling system, an advanced motherboard. And it is desirable to use RAM modules with a higher frequency. All this, of course, affects the cost of PCs. But overclocking the AMD FX-4300 processor allows reaching the frequency of 5-5.5 GHz on air coolers. And this is a 30 percent increase. Well, liquid cooling increases this value already up to 6 GHz. The record frequency of this chip is 7.2 GHz. Only, most likely, it was received on a special stand.

User reviews. The price of this semiconductor solution

Unlocked chip frequency multiplier and relatively low price are the main advantages, which the AMD FX-4300 processor boasts. Feedback from owners of this semiconductor crystal is indicated. But the disadvantages are the following - in the basic mode, a low level of performance and a high heat package. However, in any case, the price of $ 82 compensates for any of its shortcomings. And the availability of an unlocked multiplier and a competently assembled PC allows you to significantly increase the performance of the system as a whole.

Results

Be that as it may, the AMD3 + platform as a whole and the AMD FX-4300 processor In particular, will be relevant until the release of the new AM4 platform in conjunction with the central processing units, code-named "Zen". The most optimistic forecasts indicate that, at best, this will happen at the end of 2016. That is, the hero of this review will be a topical entry-level CPU for at least another six months.

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