AMD PRO A10-9700E socket: AM4
The AMD PRO A10-9700E uses the AM4 socket on AM4 boards. It is a quad core Bristol Ridge PRO APU at 35 W with DDR4 and R7 graphics for business desktops.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- October 3, 2016
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 4
- Default TDP
- 35 W
- Codename
- Bristol Ridge
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD PRO A10
- Clocks
- 3.0 / 3.5 GHz
AMD PRO A10-9700E specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Excavator (Bristol Ridge) cores on 28 nm |
| Clocks | 3.0 GHz base, up to 3.5 GHz |
| Cache | 2 MB L2 (shared, no L3) |
| Default TDP | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 28 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2400, two channels |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 from the APU |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon R7 Graphics (6 CU) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | Socket AM4 (PGA, 1331 contacts) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD PRO A10-9700E needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 300 series | X370, B350, A320 | Works out of the box Bristol Ridge launched the AM4 platform in 2016 and runs on 300 series boards with the shipping BIOS. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for AM4.
AM4 at a glance
| Type | PGA, 1,331 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 54 × 90 mm |
What the PRO A10-9700E is
The PRO A10-9700E brings Bristol Ridge to AM4 for slim business towers with DDR4. It launched on October 3, 2016 with a 3.0 GHz base and up to 3.5 GHz boost at 35 W. AMD targets office fleets that need four cores with graphics in small cases.
Two megabytes of L2 carry office suites and browser tabs without L3. The modest base clock trims heat. Four threads separate foreground work from agents.
Radeon R7 graphics with 6 compute units drive dual displays and video calls. The process is 28 nm on a 250 mm2 die. The multiplier is locked. DDR4-2400 in two channels feeds CPU and graphics.
IT teams value PRO for image stability. One driver pack spans many desks. The 35 W rating fits slim towers. A 90 C junction limit suits warm offices.
Libraries deploy slim 35 W towers for catalog stations that run all day. Patrons browse and print with time limits per session. Staff reset profiles nightly to clear personal data. A Kensington slot secures each box to the desk against theft. Deep Freeze style tools restore the system on reboot.
Evening cleaners appreciate front power buttons that are easy to find. Staff shut down properly instead of holding the switch.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The PRO A10-9700E fits AM4 on AM4 boards with DDR4 slots. Business A320 boards list PRO APUs with display outputs and TPM support. Consumer boards may boot it where listed.
2016 BIOS builds carry Bristol Ridge IDs on 300 series boards. FM2+ boards cannot take this PGA chip. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers matching.
Single socket towers are the target. Another AM4 APU can follow on the same board where listed. Display outputs include HDMI and DisplayPort.
Support contracts often cover three years, so buyers confirm board BIOS availability for that span. Downloading the final stable release to local storage guards against vendor site changes. Printing the CPU support page for the file helps future technicians.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2400 in two channels suits business desktops with SSDs. Matched pairs help R7 graphics. Start with 8 GB for fleets.
PCIe 3.0 from the APU covers NVMe and board devices. Integrated R7 leaves the main slot free. Chipset lanes add storage and USB.
Cooling uses the AM4 mount from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide. A 35 W stock cooler runs quietly. Keep filters clean where fleets run daily.
Training rooms benefit from four cores at 35 W because many seats run at once. Instructors share screens over the network while students follow on local displays. Wired Ethernet keeps latency steady during exams.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the AMD PRO A8-9600 gives similar graphics with slightly higher base clocks at 65 W. The AMD PRO A6-9500E steps down to two cores for entry nodes. Both share AM4 boards.
Home users can pick A10-9700E without PRO firmware for similar speed.
Later business towers move to Ryzen PRO after a BIOS update. The PRO A10-9700E covers slim offices where four cores must run cool.
Asset teams record MAC addresses at imaging time to speed later troubleshooting. Naming desks by room and seat avoids confusion when a unit needs service. Keeping keyboards and mice wired cuts battery chores.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the AMD PRO A10-9700E use?
It uses AM4 on AM4 boards with DDR4.
How many cores does the PRO A10-9700E have?
Four cores and four threads, with 3.0 GHz base and 3.5 GHz boost.
Which graphics does the PRO A10-9700E include?
Radeon R7 graphics with 6 compute units.
What memory does the PRO A10-9700E support?
DDR4-2400 in two channels.
When did the PRO A10-9700E launch?
October 3, 2016 with Bristol Ridge PRO on AM4.
Does this APU need special care in offices?
Staff label each power brick to stop mix ups in shared drawers. See the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide for cooling notes.
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