A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series vs A6-6420K with Radeon HD 8470D: comparison
Comparison of A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series and A6-6420K with Radeon HD 8470D: key differences and a full specification table.
Key differences
A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series has a finer process node (28 nm vs 32 nm).
At the same time, A6-6420K with Radeon HD 8470D has a higher base clock (4 GHz vs 3.7 GHz) and a higher maximum clock (4.2 GHz vs 4 GHz).
Both processors match on: core count (2), TDP (65 W), memory channels (2), maximum integrated graphics clock (800 MHz).
These are specification values: they show differences between the models but do not determine a performance winner. For a specific workload, rely on independent benchmarks.
Key specifications
| Parameter | A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series | A6-6420K with Radeon HD 8470D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / threads | 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Max boost clock | 4 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| Process | 28 nm | 32 nm |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon R5 Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 8470D |
Full specification table
Differing values are highlighted. This is not a better/worse rating: numbers from different architectures are not always comparable.
| Parameter | A6-7470K with Radeon R5 Series | A6-6420K with Radeon HD 8470D |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Codename | Godavari | Richland |
| Segment | Boxed Processor | Boxed Processor |
| Product line | AMD A6-Series APU for Desktops | AMD A6-Series APU for Desktops |
| Product family | AMD A-Series Processors | AMD A-Series Processors |
| Process | 28 nm | 32 nm |
| Unlocked for overclocking | Yes | Yes |
| CPU | ||
| Cores | 2 | 2 |
| Threads | — | 2 |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Max boost clock | 4 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| L1 cache | 256 KB | 96 KB |
| L2 cache | 1 MB | 1 MB |
| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| Configurable TDP | 45 W | — |
| Memory | ||
| Memory types | DDR3 | DDR3 |
| Memory channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max memory speed | 2.133 GHz | 1.866 GHz |
| Graphics | ||
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon R5 Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 8470D |
| Has integrated graphics | Yes | Yes |
| Graphics max frequency | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Graphics units | 4 | — |
| Package and thermal | ||
| Sockets supported | FM2+ | FM2 |
| TJUNCTION | 71.3 °C | 70 °C |
| Security and virtualization | ||
| Supported technologies | Virtualization, AES, Catalyst Software, AMD FreeSync Technology, AMD Frame Rate Target Control, Switchable Graphics, The Vulkan API, AMD Elite Experiences, AMD Enduro Technology, AMD PowerTune Technology, AMD TrueAudio Technology, Unified Video Decoder (UVD), Video Code Engine (VCE), AMD App Acceleration, AMD Mantle API, DirectX 12 Technology, FMA4, AVX | Virtualization, AES, Catalyst Software, Switchable Graphics, AMD Elite Experiences, AMD Enduro Technology, IOMMU v2.0, Per Core Power Gating (CC6), AMD PowerNow!, Unified Video Decoder (UVD), Enhanced Virus Protection, AMD App Acceleration, AMD HD3D Technology, DirectX 11, FMA4, AVX |
| Identifiers | ||
| Product ID (OEM) | AD747KYBI23JC | AD642KOKA23HL |
| Product ID (Box) | AD747KYBJCBOX | AD642KOKHLBOX |