Core i7-880 vs A10 PRO-7850B
Core i7-880
A10 PRO-7850B
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 Core i7-880 is positioned at rank 1064 and the A10 PRO-7850B is on rank 1027, so the A10 PRO-7850B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-880
Performance Per Dollar A10 PRO-7850B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+249%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 Core i7-880 and A10 PRO-7850B
Core i7-880
The Core i7-880 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,429 points. Launch price was $583.
A10 PRO-7850B
The A10 PRO-7850B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,441 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i7-880 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the A10 PRO-7850B's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.73 GHz on the Core i7-880 versus 4 GHz on the A10 PRO-7850B — a 7% clock advantage for the A10 PRO-7850B (base: 3.06 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i7-880 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the A10 PRO-7850B uses Kaveri (2014−2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-880 scores 3,429 against the A10 PRO-7850B's 3,441 — a 0.3% lead for the A10 PRO-7850B. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 507 vs 470, a 7.6% lead for the Core i7-880 that directly translates to higher frame rates.
| Feature | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.73 GHz | 4 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3.06 GHz | 3.7 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Lynnfield (2009−2010) | Kaveri (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,429 | 3,441 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 507+8% | 470 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,478 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-880 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A10 PRO-7850B uses FM2+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. The A10 PRO-7850B supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i7-880) and A55,A58,A68H,A75,A78,A88X (A10 PRO-7850B).
| Feature | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | FM2+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Core i7-880) vs AMD-V (A10 PRO-7850B). The A10 PRO-7850B includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7), while the Core i7-880 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A10 PRO-7850B targets Business Desktop. Direct competitor: A10 PRO-7850B rivals Core i5-4590.
| Feature | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Business Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-880 launched at $583 MSRP, while the A10 PRO-7850B debuted at $426. At current prices ($40 vs $140), the Core i7-880 is $100 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-880 delivers 85.7 pts/$ vs 24.6 pts/$ for the A10 PRO-7850B — making the Core i7-880 the 110.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-880 | A10 PRO-7850B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $583 | $426-27% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-71% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.7+248% | 24.6 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2014 |
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