What is the best AM2/AM2+ Processor?

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tygymartin
Junior Member

03-08-2016, 05:41 AM

I’ve got some vintage Asus boards and was looking into the best CPU fit for AM2/AM2+ sockets. Anyone have advice on which options work well?

tygymartin

03-08-2016, 05:41 AM #1

I’ve got some vintage Asus boards and was looking into the best CPU fit for AM2/AM2+ sockets. Anyone have advice on which options work well?

ownist
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03-09-2016, 09:49 PM

I think the quickest CPU compatible with that motherboard slot is the AMD Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition, though locating one at a fair cost might be challenging because it's no longer in production.

ownist

03-09-2016, 09:49 PM #2

I think the quickest CPU compatible with that motherboard slot is the AMD Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition, though locating one at a fair cost might be challenging because it's no longer in production.

Lilbeefy03
Junior Member

03-11-2016, 10:57 AM

The board features a maintained list on their website.

Lilbeefy03

03-11-2016, 10:57 AM #3

The board features a maintained list on their website.

crost95
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03-12-2016, 09:32 AM

It was a Phenom II 8750 with three cores. The 4 and 6-core models used the AM3 socket. I’m not super experienced with older chips, but I remember it from that time.

crost95

03-12-2016, 09:32 AM #4

It was a Phenom II 8750 with three cores. The 4 and 6-core models used the AM3 socket. I’m not super experienced with older chips, but I remember it from that time.

JumboRobby7
Junior Member

03-30-2016, 10:21 AM

I'm working right now, so I can't look at the boards. I'll make sure to check their website later.

JumboRobby7

03-30-2016, 10:21 AM #5

I'm working right now, so I can't look at the boards. I'll make sure to check their website later.

PheonixMMC
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03-31-2016, 07:29 AM

Sure, I'll gladly help with that! Let me know if you need anything else.

PheonixMMC

03-31-2016, 07:29 AM #6

Sure, I'll gladly help with that! Let me know if you need anything else.

NothingAverage
Member

03-31-2016, 07:50 AM

The Phenom 8650 in a complete setup is priced at around £50. It seems reasonable if the value matches its performance and features.

NothingAverage

03-31-2016, 07:50 AM #7

The Phenom 8650 in a complete setup is priced at around £50. It seems reasonable if the value matches its performance and features.

Gingershire
Junior Member

03-31-2016, 09:24 AM

A helpful tip: avoid purchasing top-tier components on outdated systems. For example, Core 2 Quads still retail for $50-60 despite being outdated. The main distinction from the Q9550 is its 170MHz speed and a $25 price tag, while the Q9400 offers around $15 but sacrifices cache and clock speed. If I were evaluating options, I’d consider the Phenom II x4 line. The 940s provide a solid, affordable choice that meets AM2+ requirements.

Gingershire

03-31-2016, 09:24 AM #8

LiGhT_HawKs
Junior Member

03-31-2016, 10:09 AM

Even the Athlon II models are available in the low-number range for an Athlon II X4.

LiGhT_HawKs

03-31-2016, 10:09 AM #9

Even the Athlon II models are available in the low-number range for an Athlon II X4.

Sunahh
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03-31-2016, 11:02 AM

#10

Located a few Phenom II x4 940 units on eBay priced between £30 and £40, looks like a solid deal.

Sunahh

03-31-2016, 11:02 AM #10

Located a few Phenom II x4 940 units on eBay priced between £30 and £40, looks like a solid deal.

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