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AMD FX-870K Quad Core

Explore AMD FX-870K Quad Core technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
3.9/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD FX-870K Quad Core is a processor with 4 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 3.6 GHz and boosts up to 4 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 3237 and a single-thread rating of 1476.

CPU Mark3,237
20 samples
Single Thread1,476
Overall rank#3,125
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
3.9Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD FX-870K Quad Core is a processor with 4 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 3.6 GHz and boosts up to 4 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 3237 and a single-thread rating of 1476.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The AMD FX-870K Quad Core is a Unknown released in 2016. Recorded specifications include up to 4.00 GHz turbo, a 3,237 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 3,237 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,476 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key AMD FX-870K Quad Core specifications?

The main recorded details are up to 4.00 GHz turbo, a 3,237 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the AMD FX-870K Quad Core good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the AMD FX-870K Quad Core?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the AMD FX-870K Quad Core use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

02AMD FX-870K Quad CoreThis CPU3,237 points
04ARM - 4 Core 1800 MHzARM3,185 points
05ARM - 8 Core 1800 MHzARM3,178 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD FX-870K Quad CoreThis CPU1,476 points
03ARM - 4 Core 1800 MHzARM1,030 points
04ARM - 8 Core 1800 MHzARM1,006 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

Not enough data for this comparison.

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
52,045.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
912.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
2,009.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
13.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
5,318.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
18,700.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
228.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
6,148.00

Core specifications

BrandAMD
CategoryUnknown
Release year2016
Socket—
Cores / threads4 / —
Base clock3.60 GHz
Max turbo4.00 GHz
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I4 x 16 KB
L1D4 x 96 KB
L24 x 2048 KB