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AMD Phenom II X4 965

AMD PHENOM II 4X Z965 AM3 BLACK ED Phenom II X4, 3.4 GHz (HDZ965FBGMBOX) Retail Processor

Intel Core i5

Intel Core i5 2500K, 3.3 GHz Processor

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Product Description
Unbeatable multi-core value with AMD Phenom II processors. They deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience for high definition entertainment, advanced multitasking performance, and power-saving... More
Unbeatable multi-core value with AMD Phenom II processors. They deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience for high definition entertainment, advanced multitasking performance, and power-saving innovations for smaller, cooler machines that are energy efficient. Less
The Intel Core i5 processor delivers the next level of productivity. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, this quad-core processor with 4-way multitasking capability delivers extra speed... More
The Intel Core i5 processor delivers the next level of productivity. With Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, this quad-core processor with 4-way multitasking capability delivers extra speed whenever you need it as well as security features to help protect information and data.2nd generation Intel Core i5 processors feature Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Virtualization Technology, enabling required security applications and protocols to run efficiently in the background without compromising productivity. Today's more visually sophisticated communication needs will be met with Intel HD Graphics 3000 Technology, integrated into 2nd generation Intel Core processors. Less
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Key Features   
Architecture 45 nanometers -
Clock Speed 3.4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Package Type Retail -
Socket Type   Socket AM3 Socket LGA1155
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 667 MHz -
Processor Type Phenom II X4 Core i5
Processor   
Processor Number 965 -
Processor Type   Phenom II X4 Core i5
Clock Speed   3.4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Manufacturer AMD Intel
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 524.29 KB 1 MB
L1 Cache Size   131.07 KB 256 KB
L3 Cache Size   6291456 KB -
Other Features   
Package Qty. 1 1
Platform   PC PC
Brand AMD Intel
Miscellaneous   
UPC 730143267137 735858217354
Recommended Use Multi Processor Server Applications -
Product ID 90965735 106533190
Product MPN   
MPN HDZ965FBGMBOX -
 
Consumer Reviews
AMD Phenom II X4 965
AMD PHENOM II 4X Z965 AM3 BLACK ED Phenom II X4, 3.4 GHz...
From $109.99
Intel Core i5
Intel Core i5 2500K, 3.3 GHz Processor
From $205.00

Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

rgathright
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The AMD Phenom II 4x 965 packs a punch with 3.4Ghz of gaming power!

byrgathright Nov 22, 2010
28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quad core at 3.4Ghz, unlocked cpu multiplier, DDR3 memory capable, overclock to 4.1Ghz on...
Cons AMD 965 Black Edition was discontinued in January of 2010
Recommended it? Yes

During the winter of 2010, I am building a large polycrystalline solar panel array and needed a computer to control the system.  For its reliability and ability to adjust multiplier speed, I choose the AMD Phenom II 4x 965 processor.  The ASUS m4a785 M has given me the ability to offer... Read full review »

devinwred
11

FAST FAST FAST great product

bydevinwred Apr 8, 2010
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast, Powerful, Reliable Performance
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

This processor is so fast it is great. I have never overclocked it because I haven't needed to it is so fast I only run about 10-20% when playing a blu-ray disk. Love It!!!!! Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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  • None Yet
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  • None Yet
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Consumer Reviews

8

Quality Processor

byjimbok Jan 16, 2012
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros -Speedy- great for gamers<br>-Cool<br>-Quad core<br>-Good mobo...
Cons -Included fan is cheap<br>-Not so good for the most CPU-intensive tasks
Recommended it? Yes

This is a great processor, definitely powerful enough for almost all users. This is more than enough for even hardcore gamers, and is a much faster processor than even the 8-core AMD CPU's. I am using this processor in my current PC, and it has performed admirably. I can overclock to 4.4 Ghz,... Read full review »

8

Currently The Best Bang For Your Buck

bykingstonltd Oct 23, 2011
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Best Bang for the Buck<br>Fast<br>Not too expensive<br>Overclocks very...
Cons Might require a new motherboard/memory
Recommended it? Yes

Intel's i5 2500k is Currently The Gamer's Choice

I'm a hardcore PC gamer. There, I admitted it. When I was upgrading my gaming rig a few months ago I did some extensive research on what was currently the best CPU for the price. That CPU was the i5 2500k.

Here's... Read full review »

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