AMD Athlon 220GE socket: AM4
The AMD Athlon 220GE uses the AM4 socket on 300, 400 and 500 series boards. It is a slightly faster dual core Raven Ridge Athlon with Vega 3 graphics.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- December 2018
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Default TDP
- 35 W
- Codename
- Raven Ridge
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Athlon
- Clocks
- 3.4 / 3.4 GHz
AMD Athlon 220GE specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Zen (Raven Ridge) cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.4 GHz (no boost) |
| Cache | 4 MB L3, 1 MB L2 |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2666, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 16 lanes from the APU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon Vega 3 (3 CU, up to 1.1 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | Socket AM4 (PGA, 1331 contacts) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD Athlon 220GE needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 400 series | X470, B450 | Works out of the box |
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 Athlon 220GE is
The Athlon 220GE lifts the 200GE formula to a fixed 3.4 GHz. It launched in December 2018 with two cores and four threads at 35 W and no boost. AMD targets basic towers that need a small speed bump without more heat.
Four megabytes of L3 with 1 MB of L2 support office work. The fixed clock simplifies images for fleets. Four threads keep background tasks apart.
Radeon Vega 3 graphics with 3 units up to 1100 MHz cover office displays. The process is 14 nm. DDR4-2666 in two channels suits budget builds. Raven Ridge is used here per CPU-Monkey, while Technical City lists generic Zen.
Call center rows pick the 220GE for slightly quicker screens than the 200GE. The fixed 3.4 GHz clock keeps headset apps responsive during peaks. The 35 W budget allows dense desk clusters without extra cooling.
Evening adult classes reuse the same agent desktops with different logons. Mandatory profiles keep the machines consistent between cohorts. Scheduled updates run after hours to avoid lesson interruptions.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 220GE fits AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards. Late 2018 BIOS builds include Athlon IDs. Boards may need an update from early Summit Ridge firmware.
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB with ECC where wired covers basic use. Dual channel aids Vega. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide details support.
Single socket budget towers are the deployment. Another AM4 Athlon or Ryzen on the same board adds speed.
Headset USB hubs share desks with compact towers that sip power. DisplayPort audio simplifies agent stations with one cable per monitor. Central imaging covers large floors quickly.
B450 boards with DisplayPort suit dual monitor agent rows, with BIOS from late 2018 that carries Athlon IDs. Training rooms favor the fixed clock for consistent class pacing.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB pairs with small SSDs for responsive offices. Start with 8 GB.
PCIe 3.0 with 16 lanes per CPU-Monkey feeds graphics plus NVMe, against 12 lanes in Technical City. This page uses 16 lanes. Board manuals define splits.
AM4 stock cooling covers 35 W quietly per the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide.
Standardize 8 GB DDR4 with small SSDs for agent logons that must stay under a minute. Dual channel operation keeps Vega 3 smooth during screen shares.
Cloned SSDs with the same Vega 3 driver shorten new hire setup to minutes. Central file shares handle recordings without local strain.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the AMD Athlon 240GE raises clocks to 3.5 GHz at the same 35 W. The AMD Athlon 200GE trims to 3.2 GHz for lower cost. Both share AM4 after a BIOS check.
Ryzen 3 2200G adds cores with Vega 8 for heavier office multitasking.
Past AM4 basic parts move to Athlon 3000. The 220GE covers slightly faster basic towers where two cores must hold.
Athlon 3000G later offers similar threads with newer graphics on AM4 after a BIOS update. That path reuses headsets and monitors.
Language labs favor consistent audio without dropouts during lessons. The fixed clock keeps voice apps steady across long class periods.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Athlon 220GE use?
It uses AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards.
How many cores does the 220GE have?
Two cores with multithreading give four threads. Fixed at 3.4 GHz.
Which graphics does the 220GE include?
Radeon Vega 3 with 3 units up to 1100 MHz.
What memory does the 220GE support?
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB.
When did the 220GE launch?
December 2018.
Is the 220GE good for call centers?
Yes, fixed 3.4 GHz operation with Vega 3 suits agent desktops where voice apps must stay smooth.
Which boards suit the 220GE?
B450 and A320 boards with DisplayPort outputs and late 2018 BIOS for Athlon Raven Ridge.
Does the 220GE suit language labs?
Yes, steady clocks with Vega 3 suit audio lessons where dropouts distract students.
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