AMD · FX · 2011 · AM3+
The AMD FX-8120 is a desktop processor with 8 cores, released in 2011 at an MSRP of $144. It is part of the FX lineup, using the FX platform, and fits the AM3+ socket. Internally, it is built on the "Bulldozer" architecture. The FX-8120 has a base clock of 3.1 GHz and can boost up to 4 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. AMD manufactures the "Bulldozer" silicon on a 32nm process node. The multiplier is unlocked, making overclocking straightforward. This processor supports DDR3 memory. With a TDP of 125W, the FX-8120 sits in a typical power envelope for a modern desktop CPU. This processor has no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The cache hierarchy consists of 32KB/core of L1, 8MB of L2, and 8MB of L3 cache.
Budget 8-core first-gen Bulldozer. Notably overclockable but had worse IPC than Intel's Sandy Bridge at the same price point.
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Family | FX |
| Series | FX |
| Architecture | Bulldozer |
| Type | Desktop |
| Launch year | 2011 |
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4 GHz |
| L1 cache | 32KB/core |
| L2 cache | 8MB |
| L3 cache | 8MB |
| TDP | 125W |
| Socket | AM3+ |
| Process | 32nm |
| Memory type | DDR3 |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Chipsets | 990FX, 990X, 970, 880G |
| Launch MSRP | $144 |
| Part number | FD8120FRGUBOX |
| OEM / tray part number | FD8120FRW8KGU |