AMD Athlon X4 870K
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.9 - 4.1 GHz
Socket: FM2+
TDP: 95W
AMD Athlon X4 870K
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.9 - 4.1 GHz
Socket
FM2+
TDP
95W
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Overview
The AMD Athlon X4 870K brings 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.9GHz base to 4.1GHz boost. It drops into the FM2+ socket with a 95W TDP — about 23.8W per core. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.
Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components. Support and warranty service run through AMD, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked. Not sold on this particular processor? Browse the category listing to line it up against similarly priced alternatives.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 95 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | FM2+ |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Steamroller |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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