AMD GX-215JJ socket: Socket FP4
The AMD GX-215JJ uses the Socket FP4 soldered package. It is a dual core Prairie Falcon embedded SoC at 6 W with boost to 2.0 GHz.
- Socket
- Socket FP4
- Launched
- February 2016
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 2
- Default TDP
- 6 W
- Codename
- Prairie Falcon
- Segment
- Embedded
- Family
- AMD G-series
- Clocks
- 1.5 / 2.0 GHz
AMD GX-215JJ specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 2 |
| Core architecture | Excavator on 28 nm |
| Clocks | 1.5 GHz base, up to 2.0 GHz boost |
| Cache | 1 MB L2 (shared) |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 6 W |
| Manufacturing process | 28 nm |
| Memory support | DDR3-2133 and DDR3-1600, dual channel per TechPowerUp, single channel per CPU-Monkey |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 8 lanes from the SoC |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon R2E Graphics (2CU, up to 600 MHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | FP4 (FC-BGA, soldered) |
Motherboard compatibility
AMD GX-215JJ needs a motherboard with a Socket FP4 socket. Chipset by chipset data for this codename is not recorded yet. See the Socket FP4 chipset list and the board maker's CPU support list.
Socket FP4 at a glance
| Type | BGA, 968 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | n/a |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR3-2133 and DDR4-1600, one or two channels, ECC not supported |
| Cooler mounting holes | Not applicable (soldered) |
What the GX-215JJ is
The GX-215JJ is a two core, two thread embedded system on chip from Prairie Falcon. It launched in February 2016 with a 1.5 GHz base and up to 2.0 GHz boost at 6 W, configurable up to 10 W. Two Excavator cores cover sealed thin clients where every watt decides case size.
One megabyte of shared L2 cache feeds basic terminals. The low 1.5 GHz base keeps idle power minimal, while 2.0 GHz boost gives short responsive peaks. Six watts allow tiny plastic bodies without vents.
Radeon R2E Graphics with 2 compute units up to 600 MHz drives signs and terminals. The graphics tier suits single display setups rather than dual 4K walls. Hardware decode keeps playback smooth.
On 28 nm the 215JJ is the low power Prairie Falcon below the 224IJ on clocks and graphics. Makers pick it for fanless counters. Locked multiplier keeps behavior steady.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The GX-215JJ solders to Socket FP4 on compact embedded boards. Tray channels serve board makers, with no boxed retail part. Passive cases tune around the 6 to 10 W envelope.
Boards pair the SoC with DDR3 for cost sensitive terminals. Thin clients boot from eMMC or small SSDs. The LGA, PGA and BGA: CPU package types explained guide frames soldered SoC service.
The AMD GX-224IJ on the same socket adds clocks and R4E graphics where displays need more headroom.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
Memory support differs by source in channel count, so this page writes it plainly. TechPowerUp lists DDR3 dual channel at 2133 MT/s with 34.1 GB per sec, while CPU-Monkey lists single channel operation. Both agree on DDR3 types with 160 KB L1 and 1 MB shared L2. Board manuals decide single against dual channel wiring, so check the maker memory QVL before ordering modules.
Eight PCIe 3.0 lanes wire storage and networking. Terminals use eMMC plus Ethernet through board controllers. Speeds fit signage content.
Six watts cool with a small spreader and no fan. Dust prone shops benefit from sealed designs.
Upgrade paths
No CPU swap exists on soldered FP4. Storage size and OS images extend terminal life.
Inside the family the move is the GX-224IJ for higher clocks and R4E graphics. Past G-series pin compatible R-series SoCs are the next tier where boards allow it.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the AMD GX-215JJ use?
It uses the Socket FP4 soldered package.
How many cores does the GX-215JJ have?
Two cores with two threads at 1.5 GHz base with up to 2.0 GHz boost.
What graphics are in the GX-215JJ?
AMD Radeon R2E Graphics with 2 compute units up to 600 MHz.
What memory fits GX-215JJ boards?
DDR3 types per board manual, with channel count following the maker QVL.
When did the GX-215JJ launch?
February 2016 with the Prairie Falcon embedded lineup.
Sources and verification
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