Let's start our review of the Samsung Exynos 7880 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
  Samsung Exynos 7880
• Family
  Samsung Exynos
• CPU group
  Samsung Exynos 7570/7870/7880
• Segment
  Mobile
• Generation
  1

Technical information about the CPU Samsung Exynos 7880 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.

• CPU Cores / Threads
  8 / 8
• Core architecture
  normal
• Cores
  8x Cortex-A53
• Hyperthreading / SMT
  No
• Overclocking
  No
• Frequency
  1.90 GHz
• Turbo Frequency (8 Cores)
  1.90 GHz

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 Samsung Exynos 7880 supports an integrated graphics core, you can see its specifications below.

• GPU name
  ARM Mali-T830 MP3
• GPU frequency
  0.60 GHz
• GPU (Turbo)
  0.60 GHz
• Execution units
  3
• Shader
  48
• Max. displays
  2
• Generation
  Midgard 4
• Direct X
  11
• Technology
  28nm
• Release date
  Q4/2015

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 Samsung Exynos 7880 performance rating.

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

Memory specifications for Samsung Exynos 7880 play a crucial role in overall performance and ranking, so it's essential to understand the memory format supported by the processor Samsung Exynos 7880 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
  LPDDR4-1600
• ECC
  No
• 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. Samsung Exynos 7880 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.

To gain a comprehensive understanding of the Samsung Exynos 7880 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.

• Technology
  14 nm
• Socket
  N/A
• L2-Cache
  2.00 MB
• Architecture
  Cortex-A53
• Operating systems
  Android
• Virtualization
  None
• Instruction set (ISA)
  ARMv8-A64 (64 bit)
• Release date
  Q1/2017