AMD Launches Socket AM2 Processors

Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: May 23, 2006 - 8:25 AM PST Category: CPU More Info: http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/ProductInformation/0,,30_118,00.html Real-time pricing for Thermaltake CL-P0497 Intel 775 Cpu Fan Thermaltake CL-P0497 THECLP0497 Electronics Used and New ThermalTake Usually ships in 24 hours Amazon: $11.08 TigerDirect: $9.99 Newegg: $15.99 CompUSA: $9.99 AMD today launched two high-performance processors to highlight the official release of its AM2 platform. The Athlon 64 FX-62 is clocked at 2.8 GHz, features 1 MB of L2 per core and consumes 125 W, while the Athlon 64 X2 5000+ runs at 2.6 GHz, with 512 KB of L2 and 89 W thermal envelope. AMD also introduced an AM2 Athlon 64 X2 4000+ (2 GHz, 1 MB per core and 65 or 89 W). A bunch of existing chips will likewise be available with the new socket. The AM2 platform brings DDR2 support, virtualization and reduced power consumption. Prices for the FX-62, 5000+ and 4000+ are USD 1,031, USD 696 and USD 328, in 1,000-unit quantities. Print Version | Send to Friend | Bookmark Article | Comments (0)

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