Compare Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9550s, 2.83 GHz (BX80569Q9550S) Boxed Processor to AMD Phenom II X2 Dual-Core 555, 3.2GHz (HDZ555WFGMBOX) Processor

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Intel Core 2 Quad

Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9550s, 2.83 GHz (BX80569Q9550S) Boxed Processor

AMD C3 555

AMD Phenom II X2 Dual-Core 555, 3.2GHz (HDZ555WFGMBOX) Processor

$369.95  |  1 store
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Product Description
With four execution cores, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications.... More
With four execution cores, the Intel Core 2 Quad processor blows through processor-intensive tasks in demanding multitasking environments and makes the most of highly threaded applications. Whether you're creating multimedia, annihilating your gaming enemies, or running compute-intensive applications at one time, new quad-core processing will change the way you do everything. Pioneer the new world of quad-core and unleash the power of multithreading. Less
AMD Phenom II processors deliver the visual experience for high definition entertainment, multitasking performance, and power-saving for smaller, cooler machines that are energy efficient.... More
AMD Phenom II processors deliver the visual experience for high definition entertainment, multitasking performance, and power-saving for smaller, cooler machines that are energy efficient. Live your life in HD. AMD Phenom II is for high definition entertainment, gaming, creativity, and beyond. Less
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Key Features   
Architecture 45 nanometers 45 nanometers
Clock Speed 2.83 GHz 3.2 GHz
Package Type Intel Boxed -
Socket Type   Socket LGA775 Socket A
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 1333 MHz 4000 MHz
Processor Type Core 2 Quad C3
Processor   
Processor Number - 555
Processor Type   Core 2 Quad C3
Processor Instruction Set Intel MMX • SSE • SSE2 • SSE3 • SSE4 -
Clock Speed   2.83 GHz 3.2 GHz
Manufacturer Intel AMD
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 12 MB 512 KB
L1 Cache Size   - 128 KB
Other Features   
Package Qty. 1 1
Platform   PC -
Processor Features Enhanced Intel Speedstep technology • Execute Disable Bit • Virtualization Technology • Intel Thermal Monitor 2 • Quad Core 64-bit Instruction Set Support • HyperTransport technology • Dual Core • Virtualization Technology
Brand Intel AMD
Miscellaneous   
UPC 675900972247 730143276061
Product ID 81602326 95579518
Product MPN   
MPN BX80569Q9550S HDZ555WFGMBOX
 
Consumer Reviews
Intel Core 2 Quad
Intel Core 2 Quad Processor Q9550s, 2.83 GHz...
$369.95
AMD C3 555
AMD Phenom II X2 Dual-Core 555, 3.2GHz (HDZ555WFGMBOX)...
From $88.88

Consumer Reviews

35

Unbelievabl fast!

bydmski1 Mar 2, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast, Reliable Performance, Energy Efficient
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

I build a computer from scratch and bought this as OEM. Plugged it into my motherboard...set everything up...this thing is super fast! I was able to rip / encode a blu ray in 6 hrs! All my pc games also run at the highest settings and are able to achieve high fps as well. This is one of the most... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Pros
  • Powerful (1)
  • Fast (1)
  • Good Value (1)
  • Reliable Performance (1)
  • Great Gameplay (1)
  • Easy to Use (1)
  • Amazingly overclockable 45nm (1)
Cons
  • none (1)
Good For
  • Upgrade (1)
  • Everyday Use (1)
  • Office (1)
  • Home (1)
  • Perfect for everything (1)
  • Video (1)
  • Students (1)
  • Business (1)
  • Graphics (1)
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Consumer Reviews

16

555 Black Edition, did someone say value?

byboogacow Jun 3, 2010
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros HUGE bang for the buck. Not too hot for a CPU, and overclocks very high.
Cons 25% chance of a working quad. Two of three got me three cores though.
Recommended it? Yes

Hi Folks, I am a man of many pursuits, and one of them happens to be building and tuning custom PC's. I'm one of those fools who drops whole paychecks into the latest components and won't hesitate to rebuild his whole system from the ground up only for purposes of adding a fan or new processor... Read full review »

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178

A CPU for Windows 7

bybvckvs May 24, 2010
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros An ideal processor for a home upgrade to Windows 7.
Cons Is apparently not 100% compatible with Intel processors.
Recommended it? Yes

I'm not a big fan of tweaking up my hardware just for entertainment, but still I found myself needing a new CPU to go with my new motherboard as part of my pending upgrade to Windows 7.  (As it turns out, the only hardware that I can still use is the PC's case.)

Why THIS Processor?
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