AMD Phenom II X4 840 3.2GHz Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor

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1. Low-cost2. Rapidthree. Cool4. Affordable Propus Die, no L3 cache This is a excellent CPU. I stuck it on an ASUS M4A88TD-V EVO (fantastic board as well) and utilised the bios auto OC to boost it to 3712 MHz. With the "Quiet and Cool" function it idles at 928 MHz and sits at 14C. When maxing all four cores at one hundred% at total OC it raised to 54-58C. Soon after a lengthy session playing StarCraft II I popped out to see that my high temp in the course of play had been 44C. Did some benchmarks and got a CPU Mark score of 4430.9 I checked the charts and the AMD Phenom II X4 975 3.6GHz gets a CPU Mark of 4423. General I feel like it is an wonderful deal and highly advocate this CPU. Positive the multiplier is locked but you can get some great performance out of it.

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Every thing. Absolutely nothing.

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ExpenseValueExpenseValueExpense L2 But I strategy to upgrade to a new box later

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Extremely good and quickly CPU - OC'd to 3.eight @ 1.44volts - really stable, not as well hot (Zalman 9500 cooling it). 237.five Mhz reference bus speed, 2375.5 Mhz HT link, core speed 3800 Mhz. Doesn't do laundry.

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I looked at a lot of processors when I was looking and 109 bucks for this processor is a steal. Some may possibly say where is the L3 cache but I haven't missed it but. Umm-goes withs saying this a high end Athlon labelled as a Phenom. But you currently knew that. I'm not making use of the stock cooler so I can't comment on it. It is the tiniest CPU cooler I have saw though-confident it would operate fine supplied a good exhaust fan is utilized.My Budget Program:ASUS M4A87TD EVO AMD Phenom II X4 840 three.two GHzG.Ability Ripjaws Series 4GB DDR3 1333EVGA GeForce GTX 460 768MBHAF 912 case

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Cheap price tag for a three.two ghz 4 core No L3 cache but for the price tag nevertheless a excellent deal

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Lightning fast compared to single core Athalon64 it's replacing.I know it can be luck of the draw, but my stock cooler is extermely quiet and maintaining temps really good (sub 40's). Nada. Not as well significantly you can say about a CPU, it's working and you knew what you have been shopping for or it's DOA or you didn't read the specs.I'm not an over-clocker so I can't comment on that.

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i was trying to build a budget computer and didn't believe this was going to be to quick but i was genuinely surprised at how quick this thing ran. it effortlessly runs as fast as the intel 150-200 chips! um....

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NO L3 CACHE!BUILT ON PROPUS DIE!Okay that's not a Pro...but I'm writing this as a warning.Other than that, this is one particular of three CPU's I would consider finding if I was developing correct now. The value is awesome with AMD releasing this with an MSRP of 贆 in the US. Less than the Athlon II x4 645! (In reality the L3 cache averages about two.five-three% performance obtain, incl. being slower in apps that have low L3 benefit vs non-L3 CPUs - I'm a University trained programmer)There are only three CPU's that everyone ought to buy correct now.贄 range - Phenom II X4 840赨 range - SB Core i5 2500 series (ok series not CPU)跌 range - SB Core i7 2600 seriesGoing much less than quad now in 2011 is nuts. And the SB i5-2500 destroys anything from AMD including the (more high priced) x6 1100T BE even with all 6 cores at full tilt. As someone who's unbiased and builds both AMD (more AMD as nicely) & Intel, those are the three CPU's to use ... don't even attempt to mention the Intel chipset concern - it's NO L3 CACHE!BUILT ON PROPUS DIE!I'm placing this up as a warning that this is truly an Athlon II x4 getting marketed as a Phenom II x4, for those not in the know.Marketing Bull from AMD gets this CPU a -1 egg!Otherwise this is a complete 5-egg deal, along with the other 2 CPUs listed in my Pros.

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CPU & Fan took 30 sec. to set up. Worked like a charm on 1st boot. After a couple of trials, OC'd to 240. Max temp even though operating WEI was 46C (stock៸C) with stock AMD fan. Runs like a BOH!!! We'll see how extended it lasts. Last AMD CPU (Athlon 64 X2 4200+ OC'd to 235) bought in 2006 still running strong! Very same as every person else. It genuinely isn't a Phenom. But at ๳ it's cheaper than the SLOWER Athlon II X4 645. Best Purchase for the $$$.Running ASRock 870 Extreme3, 8GB Ripjaws DDR3-1600. Split CPU timing from PCIe, CPU; NB򕙐; MEM ƙ-9-9-24). Could have gone farther, but I'm content right here!

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I chose this processor as the final upgrade in my AM2+ program till I develop a entire new system. No troubles with compatibility. Great for systems limited to 95 watt cpu's. I utilised this to replace a phenom 9550 and the overall performance jump is enormous. These new Athlon's make the old Phenoms look like dogs. The cpu comes up as a Deneb but appears there is no opportunity at unlocking the L3 cache considering that its most likely not there. Also the cpu cooler is really tiny, smaller than the a single I had on my old athlon x2. This shocked me taking into consideration its a 95 watt cpu, however this chip runs really awesome so for stock its fine. Anything else I would suggest an aftermarket cooler. Who wants far more? This chip exceeds expectations in each and every program I run. Runs awesome and is very reasonably priced. AMD ought to have put at least some L3 cache on it even if it would be less than a regular Phenom II nevertheless its efficiency is nevertheless really good. I recommend this cpu for individuals folks who have am2+ boards limited to 95 watts.

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Rapid. Great Price tag for such Speed and Power. NONE

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It's an low-cost CPU with great functionality in its class. It runs at decent temperature of 27 celsius at idle in a space with an ambient temp of 22 celsius. Benchmarks effectively on wprime with 12.eight seconds for a 32m test. Straightforward setup, quiet stock fan, stable operating. It is constructed on the Athlon II platform not definitely a Phenom chip in that regards. It doesn't appear to hold back the functionality any but I would have rather noticed them not tag it Phenom. Its 95 watts, rapid, low cost, and runs cool. I believe those factors alone make it worth the acquire. I did over clock mine a tiny to 3.36ghz and it remains stable.

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Low expense. Worked fine out of the box. CPU cooler is extremely flimsy, and not nicely built. I've got mine OC to 3.6 and even in 65 degrees fahrenheit climate, it is operating hot at 45C which is 113F. If you ought to involve this CPU in a create, go with a bare bones, low expense technique. Makes a great hand me down gift when you upgrade to anything with a bit much more potency.

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3.two Ghz per core x 4. Its a tiny more than a 100.00 Good performance and stays awesome.For Graphics and Video editing it functions extremely effectively.Handles all my games without challenge. No L3 Cache, but its not gonna effect your Pc's performance, unless your a benchmarking addict. This is essentially a Athlon II x 4, but it has a more rapidly clock speed than the 645 and is cheaper!Wonderful CPU

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What's not to like at this value? none Very first develop for me. Tried to retain it under 躔 (after rebates and shipping 躄) and this processor fit appropriate it. I'm essentially shocked at how quickly it is. Fairly pleased.AMD Phenom II x4 840 three.2ghzHIS Radeon HD 4670 video cardSeagate Barracuda 500gb HDDCoolermaster Elite 430 caseAsus M4A78LT-M motherboardPatriot 'Sector-5' DDR3 4gb ƒx2gb)LG CD/DVD burnerOCZ StealthXstream II 600w PSUWindows Property Premium 64 bit

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Can't justify going six-core the way this point performs. Fast and cool. None I swear the lack of L3 speeds this child up. As a bonus on my second build with this chip on an Asrock 870 extreme three,it is only making use of 90 watts total method energy with typicaluse and I doubt I'll ever get to 140 watts total going complete bore. Must function really effectively with the graphics card. This one has me staring at the watt meter since it is averaging 30 watts less than the very same build on an Asrock890GX intense four. This point works devoid of breaking into asweat. If you are considering 2 core, invest a couple of bucks more for this a single. You won't be disappointed.

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Quickly, Rapid, Rapidly. Outstanding processor. Straightforward setup. None At present running 7 VM and with issue.

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Price tag puts it much less than the next AMD processor *down* on the speed list. That's appropriate, the AMD Athlon II x4 640 is much more expensive, yet has a slower clock speed.Don't be concerned about this not becoming a true "Phenom." Not possessing the Level 3 Cache is specifically why this point costs ๳.99. And also the truth that it is only 95Watts TDP assists to let it run at complete bore with no setting off your smoke alarm! But for a price range gaming systems, you can't go wrong. None. Lately built a spending budget-entry level gaming method for a customer's son with this processor. The buyer can't be happier.I have built with the Phenom II X2 560, Phenom II X4 955, and Phenom II X6 1090T and this one does nicely. It fits the niche for these who don't want to buy a Calisto and ~hope~ that the further cores unlock.

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This CPU is solid. If you're like me, who required a price range CPU at 95W and couldn't make a decision between this, the Phenom 820 or the Phenom 925, certainly get this one particular. It is clocked 400 mhz higher than each of the other two options, which adds substantially, substantially more performance than four or 6 mb of L3 cache. 1. This doesn't have an L3 cache but is labelled a Phenom (you possibly currently knew this).2. The distance to Tj. Max on this is extremely low. Core Temp shows it at 70 degrees Celcius. If you're organizing to overclock this, you had greater have incredibly great cooling or it's gonna fry. If you didn't know, the Tj. max is the temperature at which the CPU starts to throttle itself. If the chip goes past the Tj. Max, it will shut down and could possibly be permanently damaged.

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Not any much more expensive than a Athlon II X4 645, not a undesirable CPU. No L3 Cache, that is large for some applications. This is clear obfuscation on AMD's component. Doesn't fill the function of the 95W high end quad-core which I crave. Bad faith PR move from AMD. I'm seriously sore there isn't a 95W Phenom Quad above 3Ghz. It's totally frustrating since there was a 95W 955.

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This was a wonderful obtain on sale. It has worked flawlessly and I really don't see a require to upgrade at this point. It also dosen't get as hot as I thought it would and even with the stock heat sink and only two 120mm fans it's only obtaining up to about 35c under a gaming load. WoW, KoTOR, Sims 3, Sims Medieval, Spore, Tropico three, Stronghold 2. None The Athlon II x4 3. was 99 bucks retailThis Phenom II x4 3.two was 99 bucks on sale.Yes it's just a Athlon II in a Phenom box, but it's still .two additional awesome for the same cost.

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Has the speed I need, stays cool, power efficient, operates in my old AM2+ motherboard. Scores an 7.three on WEI. Heat sink smaller and lighter than my older AM2 CPU I've replaced, but still runs cool, even at 50% load. I replaced my old AM2 4850e 2.5GHz dual-core with this AM3 840 quad-core and it's a distinction in between day and night!I am finally in a position to run my vidblaster software program with no going up to 100%. With this CPU, it only runs at 50% CPU load, even with 5 other apps. running at the similar time.My Asrock A780GXE128M motherboard didn't have this CPU on the qualified list, but it worked anyway. The BIOS picked it up proper away, and Windows 7 found the four cores.

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Great value vs. a similar Intel CPU AMD "Hyper Transport", the interface among CPU and RAM is not as rapid as the Intel DMI (Direct Media Interface).Also, I've currently gotten a BSOD, employing an AMD processor and an AMD chipset on the motherboard. Thinking of that I haven't had a BSOD on an Intel CPU/chipset combination in more than 10 years, I'm less than impressed. Even though it will price me an extra hundred bucks, I assume I'll obtain Intel subsequent time.

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Functions fantastic! Booted and recognized right away, no troubles or hiccups at all. As is the common for most (budget) CPUs these days, this has a locked multiplier, so overclocking options are limited. The CPU cooler that shipped with this was smaller than the 1 that was packaged with my Athlon 64 X2 5600+ (the processor that this replaced). I decided to use the new processor with the old CPU cooler.