Let's start our review of the AMD Athlon II X4 860K processor by exploring its basic specifications, namely: the model code name, the segment of use (server, workstation, computer or laptop), the generation of the processor (its previous model), and the family group. All data is taken from the manufacturer's official source.

• Name
  AMD Athlon II X4 860K
• Segment
  Desktop / Server
• Family
  AMD Athlon II
• Generation
  1
• CPU group
  AMD Athlon II (Kaveri)

Technical information about the CPU AMD Athlon II X4 860K base clock frequency, number of processor cores, processor threads, as well as turbo frequency of cores in single-threaded and multithreaded mode. Pay attention to overclocking and hyperthreading support. All of these specifications directly affect the performance of the model in work applications or games. A higher values, more the faster will be the processor.

• Frequency
  3.70 GHz
• CPU Cores
  4
• Turbo (1 Core)
  4.00 GHz
• CPU Threads
  4
• Turbo (4 Cores)
  4.00 GHz
• Hyperthreading
  No
• Overclocking
  Yes
• Core architecture
  normal

Integrating a graphics core into the processor complements its functionality, but not all manufacturers (AMD or Intel) integrate iGPU into their CPUs. Even if the processor has an integrated graphics card, its power is hardly enough for modern games, so these features do not affect the overall performance of the processor. If AMD Athlon II X4 860K supports an integrated graphics core, you can see its specifications below.

• GPU name
  no iGPU
• GPU (Turbo)
  No turbo

Hardware codecs help processors convert blocks of data into a sequence of images or sound. In modern processors, the need to support hardware codecs is not a priority, so these characteristics are not considered in the overall AMD Athlon II X4 860K performance rating.

• h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
  No
• h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
  No
• h264
  No
• VP9
  No
• VP8
  No
• AV1
  No
• AVC
  No
• VC-1
  No
• JPEG
  No

Memory specifications for AMD Athlon II X4 860K play a crucial role in overall performance and ranking, so it's essential to understand the memory format supported by the processor AMD Athlon II X4 860K in terms of memory type and maximum quantity for compatibility with the motherboard. Don't forget to consider the PCI Express version; the higher, the better. Additionally, you can find information on the maximum number of memory channels supported by the processor and the number of PCIe lanes here.

• Memory type
  DDR3-1866
• ECC
  Yes
• Memory channels
  2

A specialized processor extension, AES-NI encryption system, was first introduced by Intel in 2008. This system is designed to handle data encryption for data stored in RAM and on hard drives. Check if your AMD Athlon II X4 860K processor supports this encryption method.

• AES-NI
  No

Thermal management is an essential aspect to consider when it comes to CPU performance. Overheating may damage the processor, while optimal temperature levels can enhance its performance. AMD Athlon II X4 860K processors are equipped with thermal monitoring technologies to ensure stable system operation, prevent overheating, and automatically adjust power consumption to maintain the best balance of performance and power usage.

• TDP (PL1)
  95 W

To gain a comprehensive understanding of the AMD Athlon II X4 860K processor, it's important to examine several key factors. Firstly, take note of the supported ISA (Instruction Set Architecture) instructions, as this will determine the processor's capabilities and compatibility with certain software. Secondly, make sure to check the compatibility with motherboards, as some processors may only work with certain types of motherboards. Thirdly, pay attention to the manufacturing process technology, as this can greatly impact the processor's performance and efficiency. Finally, it's crucial to consider the size of the L2 and L3 cache, as the larger the cache size, the faster the data can be processed and retrieved.

• Instruction set (ISA)
  x86-64 (64 bit)
• Virtualization
  None
• ISA extensions
  SSE3
• L3-Cache
  4.00 MB
• Architecture
  Kaveri
• Technology
  32 nm
• Socket
  FM2+
• Release date
  Q4/2014

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