AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-core 6400+ 3.20GHz Processor - 2000MHz HT - 2MB L2 - 940-pin µOPGA Socket AM2 (8236)

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Processor Type: Athlon 64 X2
Processor Features: 64-bit Instruction Set Support
HyperTransport technology
Built-in Memory Controller
Dual Core
Virtualization Technology
Socket Type: Socket AM2
Package Type: AMD Processor in a Box (PIB)

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It's also pretty quiet, and I keep the case open. Cons: None. Other Thoughts: Huge upgrade from a 2.0GHz dual-core CPU. from Newegg.com A. W. X, Terminator Salvation all run smooth with my 260GTX, no need to get an i7 or Core2Quad or Phenom Cons: *overclocked 6000+*it tends to run a little hot, its a 125w processor*even though its a black edition(unlocked) you cant overclock that much*Not all AM2 boards support this cpu Other Thoughts: When I got this cpu it was a little expensive, I thought it was going to be the last of the Athlon series and the black edition meant overclocking. I was excited! from Newegg.com I have a weird system already, it's specs say it should be a slug(except for the CPU), but it's lightning fast. So not a HUGE jump up from a 4000+, but it's good for me. Brought my 3dmark score up by almost 2000 points from my old 4000+. Also AMD!!!!! from Newegg.com Pros: Cheap upgrade if you already have a am2 motherboard. Had a 4600 upgraded to this, now i get much better fps in games with my nvidia 250gts. from Newegg.com Pros: 1) Great Price (at this time)2) Superior Windsor L2 Cache (2mb) & 12-cycle timing3) Powerful AMD Dual-Core for legacy AM2 and many AM2+4) Runs cool with reasonable power draw w/o CnQ active.5) Higher Frame-Rates and speedier Loads & Tasking- a) RAM runs at 800mhz Full Speed (unlike many Brisbane) Cons: 1) Dinosaur 90nm Windsor technology in a 45nm world!- a) Higher operating temps (than 65nm Brisbane)- b) Higher power requirements (than 65nm Brisbane)2) Lower FSB/HTT than Agena & Deneb platforms3) Some MainBoard makers have not updated BIOS for chip2) Limited "bragging" rights...:) Other Thoughts: Last BIOS update for my Gigabyte GA-M57SLI-S4 (rev1.1) was F14 in March of 2008 which limited my cpu upgrade choices. The 6400+ was, in any case, the most powerful and cost effective choice for my early AM2+ board. from Newegg.com Pros: even tho its not the latest and greatest from AMD this baby can still set your mobo aflame with its lightning fast processing power. its like having a classic muscle car. from Newegg.com Pros: somewhat fast Cons: will not allow you to play gta4 without stuttering issues Other Thoughts: I bought this cause I like amd but phenom is faster from Newegg.com Cons: None that I have encountered yet. Other Thoughts: This processor is the reason I finally decided to upgrade my system. I had been considering it for a few months, but having been a pentium guy, I didn't even look at AMDs. A friend recommended I look at them, and I saw this deal, so I bought my whole new setup that day. from Newegg.com Pros: I own this and 9950, both Black Edition. You will see higher highs and lower lows with the 6400. But the lows are about the blink of an eye! from Newegg.com Pros: Choosing between the 6400 and the 9550 depends on what you will be doing. For most (older) games, the 6400 would be the best because you don't need a quad and the much higher clock speed at 3.2 will really help. from Newegg.com

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Released	1 year ago
Processor Type	Athlon 64 X2
Processor Features	64-bit Instruction Set Support HyperTransport technology Built-in Memory Controller Dual Core Virtualization Technology
Socket Type	Socket AM2
Package Type	AMD Processor in a Box (PIB)
Architecture	90 nanometers
Clock Speed	3.2 GHz
Front Side Bus Speed	1000 MHz
Included Devices	Cooling Fan Heat Sink
L1 Cache Size	256 KB
L2 Cache Size	2 MB
MPN	8236
Manufacturer	AMD
Memory Type	DDR2 SDRAM
Package Qty.	1
Performance Index	6400+
Processor Instruction Set	3DNOW! SSE SSE2 SSE3
Product Type	Processor
UPC	730143241717

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