AMD

880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution

Brand:: AMD
Form Factor:: Desktop
CPU Socket:: FM2+
TDP:: 95 W
iGPU:: None
CPU Series:: Athlon X4

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Manufacturer: AMD Last updated: October 9, 2026

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880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution Review

880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution desktop processor, 4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 ghz, 95W TDP, FM2+ socket.

The 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution is a Athlon processor from AMD's Athlon X4 lineup. It packs 4 core(s), running at 4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 ghz within a 95W power envelope, built for the FM2+ platform. This is a legacy part carried in this catalog for buyers researching or maintaining older AMD systems rather than for new builds.

Performance and Architecture

With 4 cores, the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution runs at 4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4.2 ghz. Cache totals 4 MB L2. Its Discrete Graphics Card Required integrated graphics handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.

Platform and Compatibility

The 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution uses the FM2+ platform in a 95W envelope. It supports DDR3 memory across 2 channels (Up to 2133 MT/s). The multiplier is unlocked for overclocking on a compatible motherboard and cooler.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within this catalog's Athlon listings, the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution sits alongside other Athlon X4 parts from the same generation, differentiated mainly by clock speed, core count, and TDP. It predates AMD's modern Ryzen lineup and should be evaluated against period-correct alternatives rather than current-generation chips.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

Athlon platform upgrades or repairs
Budget legacy builds
Retro or compatibility-focused systems

Not for

Modern gaming or productivity workloads
New builds
Power efficiency-focused systems

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Brand	AMD
Product Line	Other
Codename	Raven Ridge

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Desktop
Socket	FM2+
Socket Status	End of Life
Process Node	28nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	4
Performance Cores	4
Efficiency Cores	0
Total Threads	4
SMT Enabled	No

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	4.0 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	4.2 GHz
Unlocked Multiplier	Yes

Cache

L2 Cache	4 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	95 W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR3, 2-Channel, Up to 2133 MT/s
Memory Channels	2

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	No

Commercial

Retail Availability	Boxed Retail

Form Factor	Desktop
TDP	95 W
iGPU	None

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution?

The 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution has 4 cores and 4 threads, a 4.0 GHz base and 4.2 GHz boost clock and a 95 W TDP. It has no integrated graphics, so it needs a graphics card. Socket: FM2+.

Will the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution work with my current setup?

The 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution lists Socket is FM2+. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution best suited to?

Best suited to: Athlon platform upgrades or repairs; Budget legacy builds; Retro or compatibility-focused systems.

What are the drawbacks of the 880K with Near Silent Thermal Solution?

Not the best fit for: Modern gaming or productivity workloads; New builds; Power efficiency-focused systems.