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Description:
The AMD Athlon 64 FX processor features innovative technology to provide extraordinary performance and a computing experience without parallel. The AMD Athlon 64 FX processor runs on AMD64, a revolutionary technology that 1) allows the processor to run 32-bit applications at full speed while enabling the coming wave of powerful, 64-bit software applications, and 2) provides Enhanced Virus Protection when used with the Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). AMD64 technology shatters barriers to new and advanced software that require 64-bit technology and blazing processor performance. Power-hungry enthusiasts, gamers, and prosumers can explore the full potential of AMD64 technology while enjoying outstanding performance on today's PC software.
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Processor Class: AMD Athlon 64 FX
Processor Socket: AMD Socket PGA-939
Processor Type: Single-core
Processor Speed: 2600
Summary
Product Title: AMD Athlon 64 FX-55 Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Power Score: 4.8 | 5 Reviews
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extreme performance, very low price
Strengths: it's the second fastest single core fx CPU to date, superseded only by the fx-57. 1mb L2 cache, newer core with stepping CABCE is basically the same thing as a fx-57. 90nm.
Weakness: it's the fastest SINGLE core cpu out there. dual core helps in multitasking, but applications like games don't always benefit from dual/quad core cpus yet. (some already do)
AMD's FX series of CPUS have completely unlocked multipliers and are cherry picked to be the best silicon that AMD makes. The latest revision to the FX-55 includes a 90nm die shrink, sse3 instructions, and massive overclockability - many people are getting 3.0GHz on air, and some have gotten 3.6GHz or more on phase change cooling. I got the CABCE, which is currently the most desirable stepping....
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By bravotsx - Nov 1, 2006
Please note this is a revision of...
Strengths: Raw power gaming processor.
Weakness: Athlon Fx-57 is coming out soon. Price will drop to around $700-$799 when it does.
Please note this is a revision of the 130NM FX-55. This chip is almost the same as the older version of FX-55. Only changes they've made are:
-Shrink to 90NM size
-SSE3 (Finally...)
By crpcookie - May 13, 2005
Fast CPU
Strengths: Fastest affordable 939 processor. Easy to overclock. Runs fairly cool.
Weakness: Not a dual core.
Withe the money I saved NOT buying a dual core, I am taking my 3200 Venice and completing a second computer. That's MY idea of being able to multi-task! I have had this proc. running for 2 days and have only taken it to 2.73 on an Arctic Freezer 64 with Arctic Silver. I WILL be going higher! Idle temp a little high, (38c) but does not go over 40c under load. I need another intake fan on my case...
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By jsbigcatlover - Nov 6, 2006
Best thing since the wheel.
Strengths: Fast, and is now relatively cheap! Big improvement over my 3200 Venice. Graphics much smoother, discs burn faster. Not any hotter than my oc'd Venice, (since I put an aftermarket cooler on it.)
Weakness: It can't go to work for me when I feel like taking a day off...Doesn't look good in black lace lingerie...Can't take the dog out for a walk...
I wish it was this cheap a year ago, but it was worth the wait! I will not oc this baby, cuz I hafta make it last many years! I already spent next year's salary on my two systems; I don't make much :(
By anonymous; - Nov 3, 2006
Awesome!
Strengths: Raw power!!!
Weakness: This thing also uses a lot of power as well
This chip clocks its does it all, ive only owned a few chips but this one is great!I removed the stock HS and use a water cooler on it.
By anonymous; - Sep 20, 2006