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AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition 3.4GHz Socket AM3 140W Quad-Core Processor

AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition Deneb 3.4GHz 4 x 512KB L2 Cache 6MB L3 Cache Socket AM3 140W Quad-Core Processor HDZ965FBGIBOX

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Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years

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Experience a new world of quad-core computing with the AMD Phenom II X4 965. Every aspect of this processor was designed with speed and energy efficiency in mind. Using the AMD64 Direct Connect Architecture, application performance is dramatically increased while reducing memory latency. The HyperTransport Technology can provide up to 16.0GB/s bandwidth to reduce system bottlenecks and the Balanced Smart Cache ensures quick access times to highly used data.

Energy efficiency is important to AMD, allowing you to enjoy a cool, quiet PC while saving energy and reducing heat, noise and the effect of your computer on the environment. Energy efficiency innovations include Cool’n’Quiet and AMD CoolCore. These technologies reduce power consumption and processor activity.

AMD Phenom II processors also offer support for Virtualization Technology. You can run virtual environments on one system with ease, allowing you to use legacy programs on a separate operating system. Add the convenience and power of multi-core processing and enjoy the benefits of energy efficiency with an AMD Phenom II X4 965 today!

AMD64 Quad-core Technology AMD64 is designed to enable simultaneous 32- and 64-bit computing with no degradation in performance. With Quad-Core technology, four complete processor cores on a single die run at the same frequency to deliver exceptional multi-tasking power, allowing users to surge through the most demanding processing loads, including advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, complicated visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.
Integrated DDR2 and DDR3 DRAM Memory Controller The AMD Phenom II X4 Quad-Core processor is integrated with DDR2 and DDR3 DRAM memory controller capable of supporting registered and ECC DRAM. The integrated memory controller changes the way the processor accesses main memory, resulting in increased bandwidth, reduced memory latencies, and enhanced processor performance.
HyperTransport Technology HyperTransport Technology (HT or HTT) is a high-speed, low latency, point-to-point link designed to increase communication speeds between integrated circuits in computers, servers, embedded systems, and networking and telecommunications equipment. With HT 3.0 technology the AMD Phenom II X4 quad-Core processor enjoys 4000MHz system bus speeds.
AMD Cool'n'Quiet 3.0 Technology AMD's Cool'n'Quiet 3.0 technology is an enhanced solution available on AMD Phenom II X4 processor-based systems that can effectively lower power consumption and enable a quieter-running system while delivering performance-on-demand.
AMD Virtualization Virtualization on desktop computers allows a single PC to act like multiple virtual machines. AMD Virtualization can enable client computers to seamlessly support multiple operating environments. And it also helps make it easier for PC enthusiasts to upgrade and maintain their PCs through emulation.
AMD CoolCore Technology AMD CoolCore Technology reduces processor energy consumption by turning off unused parts of the processor. Power can be switched on or off within a single clock cycle so that energy is saved without compromising performance.

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Model

Brand: AMD

Series: Phenom II X4

Model: HDZ965FBGIBOX

CPU Socket Type

CPU Socket Type: Socket AM3

Tech Spec

Core: Deneb

Multi-Core: Quad-Core

Name: Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition

Operating Frequency: 3.4GHz

Hyper Transports: 4000MHz

L2 Cache: 4 x 512KB

L3 Cache: 6MB

Manufacturing Tech: 45 nm

64 bit Support: Yes

Hyper-Transport Support: Yes

Virtualization Technology Support: Yes

Thermal Design Power: 140W

Cooling Device: Heatsink and Fan included

Manufacturer Warranty

Parts: 3 years limited

Labor: 3 years limited

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Filter Results Last 2 Weeks (0) Last 6 Months (40) All Reviews (289) 86% (249) 11% (31) 2% (5) 1% (3) 0% (1) Verified Owners Video Reviews Mfr. Responses keyword Go page SubmitTopPaginationForm of 29 previousTopPaginationForm\| nextTopPaginationForm
Jeff 6/15/2010 1:30:01 PM Tech Level: 3/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 2/5DOA Pros: Got it pretty quickly?? Cons: DOA Other Thoughts: proc was DOA. 2 different local dealers saying that there have been lots of bad product hitting the market lately from AMD as they have seena spike in RMA's lately as well. Hopefully not a long term trend, as the price point is right, but meaningless if there are truly lots of DOA's. 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Dusty James 6/11/2010 4:47:39 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 1/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Plenty fast Pros: Plenty fast for pretty much anybody. Programs load noticeably faster, games run much much better. Cons: Generates a lot of heat which causes the stock fan to spin at louder levels. Not as loud as some reviews claim it to be, but it does have a slightly irritating whine. Other Thoughts: My old Phenom 2 X4 810 processor was pretty much the sweet spot for Windows 7. This new 965 processor doesn't make Windows 7 seem much quicker, but once you start putting stress on it like games and encoding, you will notice a huge difference. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Capt Bulldog 6/9/2010 8:52:00 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5WOW Pros: Fast real Fast Cons: What can i say no cons Other Thoughts: lot of cash for it 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Jalida 6/6/2010 2:23:26 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 3/5	Rating: 4/5Nice CPU / Terrible Cooling Fan Pros: It's a wonderful CPU, that pretty much can take whatever I throw at it, Heck I've sometimes forgotten that I am running one of my games in the background and start up another game, or maybe a couple more games, as well as have I.E. 8.0 open with maybe 10 to 20 tabs, and some copies of Open Office with some spreadsheets and or some long letters etc. The point being that for (me) and my lifestyle this CPU is fantastic, it shows no signs of slowing down when I've got a huge amount of programs and or games open at the same time. Cons: Cons are huge if your hearing is sensitive. The stock cooling fan is absolutely awful when it comes to noise. The computer will often run the stock cooling fan up there at over 5,000 rpm at which point this thing really starts to hurt my ears it's so loud. I have to open up a program from MSI (the manufacturer of the motherboard that I use) so that I can turn down the fan speed to around 3500 which then produces a more reaonable listening level. It's a great CPU, but do yourself a favor and find a great heatsink and fan to go with it. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Pink Floyd 6/4/2010 9:11:01 PM Tech Level: 4/5 Ownership: 2/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Can you say fast? Pros: Fast with high graphic capabilities. I have 16 gig of 1600mgz frequency ram so when I start up most programs they load almost instant and the ones that do not take much shorter time to load. Out of this the cooling fan is quiet and keeps the processor in the 44 degree range. Cons: You will have trouble with finding 64 bit drivers for components and video cards when you use Windows 7 with this. But you can always download those from the manufacturer's websites. Other Thoughts: Do make sure you align the arrow on your chip to the arrow in the socket. These do have semetrical pins. 0 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
McMurph 5/31/2010 10:38:55 PM Tech Level: 2/5 Ownership: 4/5	Rating: 5/5A novice gamer Pros: The main problem I had in reviewing this cpu is what tasks I give to it. Mostly I am interested in gaming however most current games are optimized for dual core processors. With that in mind it is very difficult for me to give it an accurate review. Is it fast for me? Absolutely but I have little idea of how it will scale... Also: -L3 cache -3.4 gHz core speed -quad core -price Cons: As mentioned above hardly anything seems optimized for quad core. Another thing to think about is the fact that intel's is on the cutting edge NOT amd. If you want absolute performance (triple channel ram is amazing) you would be better off with intel, if you can afford it. Other Thoughts: Maybe my review comes off as a little wishy washy but I do think this chip is awesome, no problems at all with it. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Masterofevil22 5/30/2010 12:23:11 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 4/5	Rating: 5/54Ghz 1055t $17 more.... Pros: Great CPU I'm sure... Cons: You can get a Phenom II 1055t for ~$199... Other Thoughts: My 1055t is running at 4Ghz Coolermaster 212 ($30) 1.45v, 287*14, "turbo" off I'm sure it could go higher if pushed...i just set it at 4Ghz and never had a crash at 1.45v on Prime95 or Cinebench 11.5 (scores at 7.13 btw:) or anything else for that matter. Chip scores a 7.7 W.E.I for $199... Just food for thought Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Candreae 5/29/2010 8:05:35 PM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Sick puppy! Pros: Fastest processor I've ever played with in AMD's lineup. Yet to get a hold of an X6 so this remains to be true. 140w gives you lots of room to play. Cons: 140w can heat your home, which could be a pro in the winter. Other Thoughts: Pick up an ARCTIC COOLING ACALP64 Pro 92mm CPU Cooler to go along with this chip. Great combo. Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Kinleyb 5/26/2010 8:37:50 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 4/5Great for stock speeds Pros: Great for running at stock speeds! Runs very cool at stock speeds!! Great cpu!! Cons: When i tried overclocking this Cpu it ran very hot. Even with a coolermaster V8! So i sold it to my uncle who is running a Hyperv Server with three AMD chips in it and bought the new Six core 1090t! It overclocks very well! Did you find this review helpful? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
Xenophix 5/23/2010 4:12:27 AM Tech Level: 5/5 Ownership: 3/5 Verified Owner	Rating: 5/5Best Bang For Buck$ Pros: -Runs Quiet -Very Powerfull -Best per dollar value Cons: None (technically 10-12% slower than "other>brand" but for what u would spend on just their high end CPU you could build a 2nd rig) Other Thoughts: I went for a budget Build and this was perfect choice. parts> -AMD Phenom II x4 965BE 140w -ASRock 890FX Deluxe3 -2x2GB(4GB) Kingston (1333/D3N9) -2x WD 750GB Caviar Black (AALS) -XFX Radeon HD-4550 1 out of 1 people found this review helpful. Did you? Thanks for the valuable feedback you provided!
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