AMD FX-8310 socket: AM3+
The AMD FX-8310 uses the AM3+ socket on 970 and 990FX boards. It is an 8 core Vishera part from 3.4 GHz to 4.3 GHz at 95 W with no integrated graphics.
AMD FX-8310 specifications
| Cores | 8 (four modules of two integer cores) |
|---|---|
| Threads | 8 |
| Core architecture | Piledriver cores on 32 nm SOI |
| Clocks | 3.4 GHz base, up to 4.3 GHz turbo |
| Cache | 8 MB L2 and 8 MB L3 |
| Default TDP | 95 W |
| Manufacturing process | 32 nm SOI |
| Memory support | DDR3 up to 1866 MT/s, two channels |
| PCI Express | None from the CPU. The chipset provides PCIe |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Multiplier | Unlocked |
| Package | AM3+ (942 contacts) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD FX-8310 needs a motherboard with a AM3+ socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 9 series | 990FX, 990X, 970 | Needs a BIOS update Most boards accept it with a BIOS update. Check the board maker's CPU support list, and note that a board's power delivery has to handle the 125 W FX models. |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for AM3+.
AM3+ at a glance
| Type | PGA, 942 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | n/a |
| Introduced | October 2011 |
| Memory | DDR3 |
| Cooler mounting holes | 48 × 96 mm |
What the FX-8310 is
The FX-8310 is a value 8 core Vishera part on AM3+ for budget multitasking rigs. It runs 8 cores and 8 threads in four modules at 3.4 GHz base with turbo to 4.3 GHz. Eight megabytes of L2 plus 8 MB of L3 cover threaded work. Power is 95 W on 32 nm SOI from September 2014.
Eight threads suit renders and virtual machines at low cost. Turbo to 4.3 GHz helps single thread bursts. The 95 W envelope fits modest boards with standard cooling. The unlocked multiplier (Black Edition class) allows tuning where boards permit.
No integrated graphics exist, so a discrete card is required. DDR3-1866 over two channels feeds the modules. Buyers pick the 8310 where 8 Vishera threads must cost near one hundred dollars.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 8310 fits AM3+ on 970 and 990FX boards with AM3+ firmware. The 95 W rating suits most AM3+ VRMs. Check the board CPU list for the late Vishera stepping. DDR3 DIMMs to 1866 cover stock operation.
HyperTransport 3.0 at 5200 MT/s links the CPU to the chipset. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers AMD chipset pairing. AM3 boards without the plus never accept Bulldozer class chips.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR3 up to 1866 MT/s over two channels suits budget thread rigs. Two matched DIMMs feed eight cores. ECC works on boards that wire it.
No PCIe lanes come from the CPU. The chipset provides PCIe slots for graphics. A mainstream Radeon of the era matches eight threads at 1080p.
Cooling uses the AM3+ mount with 95 W tower coolers. The 125 W rated spare coolers run quietly here. Keep VRM airflow in mind on budget boards.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the AMD FX-8320E at 3.2 GHz to 4.0 GHz nearby trades clocks for efficiency, while the AMD FX-8350 at 4.0 GHz to 4.2 GHz above adds speed. All share AM3+ boards.
AM4 Ryzen replaced the platform with DDR4. The 8310 holds value 8 core Vishera duty where threads per dollar decide.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the AMD FX-8310 use?
It uses AM3+ on 970 and 990FX boards.
How many cores does the FX-8310 have?
Eight cores and eight threads at 3.4 GHz base with turbo to 4.3 GHz.
Which graphics does the FX-8310 include?
None. It needs a discrete graphics card.
When did the FX-8310 launch?
September 2014 with late Vishera parts.
Sources and verification
- List of AMD FX processors (Wikipedia, Vishera table)
- AMD FX-8000 Series Microprocessor Database (CPU Grade)
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