Core i7 880

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i7 880

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i7 880 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,855 Rank: 302
Rank Name Score Visual
298 EPYC 7351 5,862
+0.1%
299 Ryzen 7 3700X 5,861
+0.1%
300 Xeon E-2126G 5,861
+0.1%
301 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X 5,859
+0.1%
302 Core i7 880 5,855
303 Core i7-10700K 5,854
+-0%
304 Xeon E-2324G 5,853
+-0%
305 Ryzen 7 7435HS 5,853
+-0%
306 Xeon E-2186G 5,846
-0.2%
307 Xeon E-2134 5,844
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i7 880 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,716 Rank: 314
Rank Name Score Visual
310 Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 5,720
+0.1%
311 Xeon Silver 4310T 5,720
+0.1%
312 Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G 5,718
+0%
313 Xeon W-2155 5,717
+0%
314 Core i7 880 5,716
315 Xeon E-2276G 5,715
+-0%
316 EPYC 7232P 5,712
-0.1%
317 Ryzen 9 5980HX 5,702
-0.2%
318 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X 5,701
-0.3%
319 EPYC 7301 5,695
-0.4%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i7 880 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,948 Rank: 293
Rank Name Score Visual
289 Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U 5,956
+0.1%
290 Ryzen 7 7735U 5,955
+0.1%
291 Core i7-7740X 5,954
+0.1%
292 Ryzen 3 3300X 5,951
+0.1%
293 Core i7 880 5,948
294 Ryzen 7 PRO 5875U 5,948
+0%
295 Core i5-7600K 5,947
+-0%
296 Xeon E3-1285 v6 5,939
-0.2%
297 Xeon E3-1240 v6 5,934
-0.2%
298 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,931
-0.3%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i7 880 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i7 880 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i7 880 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Core i7 880 Details

With a single-core score of 5948 and a multicore score of 5716, the Intel Core i7-880 stands as a notable performer in its generation, though it is now a legacy part by modern standards. Released in 2010 as part of Intel’s Nehalem- based lineup, the processor is built on a 45 nm process and uses the LGA1156 socket. Despite its age, the i7-880 remains relevant in historical context due to its early adoption of Hyper-Threading and integrated graphics, making it a transitional CPU between the early 2000s and the modern era of high-core-count processors.

The Core i7-880 features four physical cores and eight threads, a design that leverages Intel’s Hyper-Threading technology to improve multitasking and parallel workloads. It operates at a base clock of 3.06 GHz and can boost up to 3.73 GHz under load, supported by a 2.5 GT/s bus speed and a 95 W TDP. The processor supports DDR3 1066/1333 memory across two channels, with a maximum memory capacity of 16 GB and a bandwidth of 21 GB/s. This configuration, while modest by today’s standards, was competitive at the time and allowed for efficient handling of demanding applications for its era.

Integrated into the chip is the Intel HD Graphics 2000 GPU, which runs at a base frequency of 850 MHz and can burst to 1350 MHz. This GPU supports up to two displays and was designed for light multimedia use and basic gaming, making the i7-880 a viable option for budget desktops and small form-factor systems. The processor also includes a range of advanced features such as AES-NI for encryption, AVX2 for vector processing, and VT-x/VT-d for virtualization, reflecting Intel’s focus on enterprise and power-user applications.

In terms of benchmark performance, the i7-880 achieves an overall score of 5855, placing it at rank #302 among 2060 processors in the dataset. Its single-core performance ranks #293, indicating strong per-core efficiency, while its multicore score of #314 shows it holds up reasonably well in parallel workloads. It is slightly outperformed by newer processors like the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X and Ryzen 7 3700X, but remains competitive with many mid-tier CPUs from the early 2010s. Notably, the i7-880 is outpaced by modern high-end processors such as the Ryzen Threadripper 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K, which achieve scores over 8,000 and 9,000 respectively.

As of March 2026, the Core i7-880 is best suited for legacy systems, retro builds, or light office and educational use. While it lacks the raw power of current-generation CPUs, its support for key technologies like AES-NI, AVX2, and Hyper-Threading ensures it remains functional in environments where modern hardware is unnecessary. Its 95 W TDP and LGA1156 socket make it a candidate for motherboard upgrades in older platforms, though compatibility with modern BIOS and OS versions may require careful configuration.
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Intel Core i7 880

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i7 880
Model Number: i7-880
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3060 MHz
Socket: LGA1156
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 2000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1350 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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