AMD Black Edition AMD Phenom II X4 955 / 3.2 GHz processor

I don't wish to go into much detail in regards to the specifications - except that its a Quad Core chip running at a combined 3.2GHz. What this essentially means is that each core runs independently at their respective speeds. And although it is listed as Level 3 6MB cache, the total available is 8mb. In terms of performance this gives many i7 counterparts a good fight especially when it comes to games. I have been using this on my main rig after having secured it from Scan for only £105. When it comes to gaming you can save rather a substantial amount by going the AMD Phenom II route instead ... more

Most of you have, in your life time, though for one time, come across those claiming that AMD Processors warm up easily and in a short while, but here speaks experience. I think AMD processors are much faster and more reliable than Intel's, furthermore, you are bound by paying nearly double when you make your opinion on behalf of Intel. In my opinion, Phenom II, with 7MB of L2Cache memory, is nearly at the pick of performance and stability and high clock speed as well. Those who think they are VideoGame fans should absolutely prefer Phenom II. When it comes price/performance category, there is ... more