AMD Phenom II X4 955 is a step in the right direction. Phenom II 955 outperformes the previous top AMD processor, the Phenom II X4 940, as well as the Intel Q9450 in most of the tests. While still not as fast as the Intel Core i7 920 processor, the Phenom II X4 955 is a well put together CPU that allows fast computing using the latest components on the market. Supporting both DDR2 and DDR3 based platforms, the Phenom II 955 gives you the flexibility to upgrade at your pace while having cutting edge components. If you consider Performance/Cost ratio, this processor is unbeatable. Pros: * Compatible with AM2+ and AM3 motherboards * Can use DDR2 or DDR3 memory based on motherboard * Inexpensive upgrade path with compatibility * Fast stock clock speed of 3.2GHz * Faster than the mainstream Q9450 in most tests Cons: * Limited overclocking headroomRead full review
It came with thermal paste already on it, so you don't have to worry about buying any or applying it yourself. There are step by step installation instructions inside the box, and it was a breeze to put in (and I am no computer genius). Also comes with the processor sticker to put over your old one, so you can proudly show off what you got under the hood...er...inside the case. Performance wise: This is the first time I have decided to SERIOUSLY upgrade a computer. I bought a new graphics card along with this processor, because what I had was not even powerful enough to run Battlefield: Bad Company 2 on the lowest settings. After popping the gfx card and this bad boy in, it turns out my power supply couldn't handle them! Luckily I found a great power supply at a flea market for cheap. Now, I can play any game I want at full settings, it looks BETTER than my ps3 on my HDTV, AND this SWEET processor makes everything run smooth as whipped butter. Mmm. 10/10Read full review
This CPU is the best bang for the buck I have seen so far. I have it overclocked to 3.9 GZ and it flies. I did have to use a Zalman CPU cooler as the stock fan could not dissipate the heat enough for the speed I was going to do. I was thinking of going to the Intel I-7 until I did some price comparisons. I was quite happy to use DDR2 ram instead of DDR3. I was also happy with the prices of the motherboards that were available. And I was very happy with the speed I was able to overclock to. Very stable and lots of power. Don't get me wrong. The Intel I-7 920 is one great chip. But for the cost of the I-7 and motherboard, I got the AMD 955, the case, the Zalman CPU cooler, 8 GB ddr2 ram and a 700 watt power supply. A complete computer instead of just a CPU and motherboard. If you are into gaming, or surfing the web, then the AMD 955 is more than you will need today. It is plenty fast. It is fun to overclock and it is stable with the correct motherboard, ram combination. The problems are few. Running a 64 bit OS....Windows 7, is a bit of a problem with older hardware. Why have a 4 core AMD 955 if you aren't going to use it to its full potential. Had the same problems with Vista. My printer would not be recognized and same with the scanner. But that is not the problem caused by the AMD Phenom II 955. It is a problem with the software company. I was able to get around those problems after doing some research. Of all the builds I have done so far, and they have been many, the AMD 955 CPU has been the most trouble free so far. I highly recommend the AMD Phenom II 955 black box edition CPU.Read full review
works fine and the packaging was in good shape. saved 10 bucks rather than buying through newegg. get quite a bit better frame rates in most of the games i'm running. haven't overclocked much yet but seems to be running at a decent temperature = 3.4GHz gets 38 degrees at idle and 53 degrees at full load so far with stock heatsink and old fan from an athlon64 7750. the fan that comes with this model is very loud, most recommend replacing with aftermarket heatsink/fan but unless you're doing serious overclocking it just needs a better fan for noise reduction. - update (1/06/11) still running great. have it set @ min 808MHz with .8 volts - max 3.636Ghz with 1.4 volts. at these settings has never crashed and temps stay from 33 idle - 57 max load, antec 300's 5 case fans help with the temps i'm sure.Read full review
There is no other processor out there that gives you this kind of value for your dollar. It's fast and rock stable with any reasonable overclocking (and even some unreasonable) attempt. I didn't build my rig for gaming, just for a quick and stable everyday use machine. Turns out I built a very capable gamer that will play anything on the market today without a hitch. Benchmarks are impressive even when running at stock speeds and temperatures stay in the low 40c range regardless of load. Can beat it for the price and I'm really happy with it, but I can't wait to try out the 1090T II X6.
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