AMD Athlon X4 970
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.8 - 4 GHz
Socket: AM4
TDP: 65W
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AMD Athlon X4 970
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.8 - 4 GHz
Socket
AM4
TDP
65W
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Overview
The AMD Athlon X4 970 packs 4 cores and 8 threads. Clocks span 3.8GHz base to 4GHz boost. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.
Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically. Not sold on this particular processor? Browse the category listing to line it up against similarly priced alternatives.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | AM4 |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Excavator |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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