Athlon X4 880K vs Core i5-2320
Athlon X4 880K
Core i5-2320
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Athlon X4 880K is positioned at rank 511 and the Core i5-2320 is on rank 777, so the Athlon X4 880K offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon X4 880K
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2320
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Godaveri (2014−2016) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+15%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon X4 880K and Core i5-2320
Athlon X4 880K
The Athlon X4 880K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,649 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-2320
The Core i5-2320 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,688 points. Launch price was $160.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon X4 880K and Core i5-2320 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Athlon X4 880K versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-2320 — a 24% clock advantage for the Athlon X4 880K (base: 4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Athlon X4 880K uses the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-2320 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon X4 880K scores 3,649 against the Core i5-2320's 3,688 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-2320.
| Feature | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+27% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+33% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-13% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Godaveri (2014−2016) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,649 | 3,688+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 560 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon X4 880K uses the FM2+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-2320 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-2133 memory speed. The Athlon X4 880K supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD FM2+ (Athlon X4 880K) and H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Core i5-2320).
| Feature | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FM2+ | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Athlon X4 880K) / VT-x, EPT (Core i5-2320). The Core i5-2320 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2000), while the Athlon X4 880K requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2320 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-2320 rivals Phenom II X4 965.
| Feature | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Athlon X4 880K launched at $95 MSRP, while the Core i5-2320 debuted at $177. At current prices ($25 vs $22), the Core i5-2320 is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon X4 880K delivers 146.0 pts/$ vs 167.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-2320 — making the Core i5-2320 the 13.8% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon X4 880K | Core i5-2320 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $95-46% | $177 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $22-12% |
| Performance per Dollar | 146.0 | 167.6+15% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2011 |
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