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Phenom II 955 overclocked to 7.378GHz…New World Record?

Ryan Martin — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 22:08:00 +0000

According to sources at TweakTown a bunch of overclockers managed to achieve a crazy overclock on a AMD Phenom II X4 955 processor, bringing the Quad core processor to an astonishing 7.378GHz running a core voltage of 1.88v. The “Mad222″ group of Team Centralfield managed to achieve these fanatastic overclocks running the 955 processor on a Gigabyte 890FX UD7 motherboard. The cooling was achieved with liquid Nitrogen. A CPU-Z screenshot below shows more details on the overclock:

The processor was too unstable at 7.378GHz to conduct a SuperPi 1 million benchmark so the processor was dropped back to 7.155GHz to conduct the test and that resulted in a time of 9.58 seconds to calculate 1 million digits of Pi.

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AMD to start phasing out AM3-based Phenom II’s and Athlon II CPU’s

Simon Telford — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 16:10:00 +0000

After the gradual release of the Llano APU, AMD is now planning on phasing out some of the older-generations CPU’s and it has said it going to start doing this in the second half of 2011.

AMD plans to phase out about 30 AM3-based Phenom II and Athlon II series CPU’s starting in the third quarter of 2011. By the end of the fourth quarter they will have phased out all shipments of the Phenom II processors and by early in 2012 they expect to have phased out the Athlon II CPU’s.

AMD will stop taking orders for CPU’s such as Phenom II X6 1100T/1090T and Phenom II X4 980/975 at the end of the Q4 while it will stop taking orders of the 970/965 and Phenom II X2 560/565 by the end of Q3.

However, the more recently released lower TDP processors such as the X4 905/10e and X2 620e are set to remain shipping until the fourth quarter.

Hopefully AMD will consider lowering their prices of these Processors before they stop shipping them especially as they are now last-generation processors.

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Phenom II X6 processors to be scrapped by AMD

Ryan Martin — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 10:47:00 +0000

It is common knowledge AMD is about to launch the new Bulldozer platform. To make way for these new processors AMD has decided to halt production of Phenom II X6 processors by next year sometime according to this source.

The first processors to face the chop will be the 1055T and 1045T which will be axed sometime in the next few months. The 1065T, 1075T, 1090T and 1100T will all be scrapped sometime in Q1 of 2012. However, there was not much news in the way of the other processors in the range but it is expected the Athlon II’s and Phenom II X4′s will hold on for a lot longer as the demand for them is substantial still.

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AMD Phenom II X2 560 Black Edition AM3 Processor Review

Michael Peck — Sat, 14 May 2011 10:48:00 +0000

Since its introduction in January 2009 AMD have offered a large range of various Phenom II series processors. These have ranged from the original AM2+ DDR2 only quad core Phenom II X4 920 and 940 processors right up to the current AMD flagship processor the Phenom II X6 1100T, which was reviewed here on eTexnix in December 2010.

Today we take a look at the Phenom II X2 560 Black Edition which is a dual core processor of which each core operates at 3.3GHz, however being a Black Edition it has an unlocked Multiplier which allows easy overclocking aimed at more the enthusiast cost concious customer.

What the Phenom II X2 Black Edition is all about:

AMD Phenom II X2 Black Edition processor combines value and unlocked potential for gamers and tuners on a budget. Users can now experience the power of AMD platform technology, codenamed “Dragon” with dual-core configurations. AMD Black Edition processors help users to take control and unleash the maximum potential of Dragon platform technology’s unprecedented performance tuning capabilities. With dual-core processors, AMD provides platform level solutions at multiple price points, each of which exceeds expectations for virtually any user.

AMD Phenom II is for high definition entertainment, gaming, creativity, and beyond. With AMD Phenom II processors as the foundation, you’ll enjoy a new level of responsiveness and visual intensity. AMD puts high definition computing within everyone’s reach. Superior technologies for HD video. Enjoy a superior high definition experience for HD videos on you PC. AMD Phenom II processor are the powerful engine behind your fidelity, high definition video entertainment experience. Only AMD puts the Ultimate Visual Experience for HD video within your reach. Enjoy entertainment beyond your media library. Get HD content online, offline, wherever you want it, however you want it. Your system can handle whatever you dish out – and serve it up on screen in full, high definition glory. Perfect chemistry. Combine AMD Phenom II processors and ATI Radeon HD graphics to really see the difference. Enjoy smooth video, brilliant videos and immersive games. AMD unleashes visual clarity and responsiveness for what you want to do.

AMD Phenom II processors have the power to do it all. Featuring next-generation quad-core design, they crush even the most demanding tasks. So design it, render it, play it, create it, stream it, HD it. With AMD Phenom II processors, if you can imagine it, you can do it.

AMD Phenom II processors were designed with energy efficiency in mind. Capitalizing on AMD’s leadership in energy efficiency, they incorporate all of the latest technology that gives you performance when you need it and save power when you don’t. Look for ENERGY STAR with AMD. Thanks to AMD’s power-saving innovations, you can count on machines based on AMD Phenom II processors for the energy efficiency you want and the performance you need.

Specifications
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[TD]Packaging[/TD]
[TD]Thermal Design power[/TD]
[TD]CMOS Technology[/TD]
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[TD]3.3GHz[/TD]
[TD]1MB[/TD]
[TD]socket AM3[/TD]
[TD]80W[/TD]
[TD]45nm SOI[/TD]
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[TD]AMD64 Technology[/TD]
[TD] Yes[/TD]
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[TD] Simultaneous 32- & 64-bit computing[/TD]
[TD] Yes[/TD]
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[TD] L1 Cache (Instruction + Data) per core[/TD]
[TD] 128KB (64KB + 64KB)[/TD]
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[TD] L2 Cache (512KB per core)[/TD]
[TD] 1MB[/TD]
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[TD] L3 Cache[/TD]
[TD] 6MB (shared L3)[/TD]
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[TD] HyperTransport Technology[/TD]
[TD] HyperTransport Technology up to 4000MT/s full duplex, or up to 16.0GB/s I/O Bandwidth[/TD]
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[TD] Integrated DDR2 Memory Controller[/TD]
[TD] Yes[/TD]
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[TD] Memory Controller Width[/TD]
[TD] 128-bit[/TD]
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[TD] Type of Memory Supported[/TD]
[TD] Support for unregistered DIMMs up to PC2 8500(DDR2-1066MHz) and PC3 10600 (DDR3-1333MHz)[/TD]
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[TD] Memory Bandwidth[/TD]
[TD] up to 21 GB/s dual channel memory bandwidth[/TD]
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[TD] up to 37 GB/s[/TD]
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[TD] 45 nanometer, SOI (silicon-on-insulator) Technology[/TD]
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[TD] AM3(938-pin) organic micro PGA[/TD]
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[TD] Thermal Design Power[/TD]
[TD] 80W[/TD]
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AMD Phenom II X2 555 Black Edition AM3 Processor Review

Andy Ruffell — Fri, 06 May 2011 10:17:00 +0000

As i type away on my quad core processor with its eight threads i can somewhat feel that a bit of light word processing isn’t really pushing its power to the max. Obviously when i need its four cores for some video rendering or photo work, it’s ready and waiting. Not everyone needs that amount of computing power though, and it would simply be money wasted.

This is why AMD have continued to keep focus on dual core processors, but have still been squeezing higher clock speeds out and coming up with the the AMD Phenom II X2 555 dual core 3.2GHz AM3 processor that we’re looking at today. Also, did we mention it’s part of the Black Edition range?

What the Phenom II X2 Black Edition is all about:

AMD Phenom II X2 Black Edition processor combines value and unlocked potential for gamers and tuners on a budget. Users can now experience the power of AMD platform technology, codenamed “Dragon” with dual-core configurations. AMD Black Edition processors help users to take control and unleash the maximum potential of Dragon platform technology’s unprecedented performance tuning capabilities. With dual-core processors, AMD provides platform level solutions at multiple price points, each of which exceeds expectations for virtually any user.

AMD Phenom II is for high definition entertainment, gaming, creativity, and beyond. With AMD Phenom II processors as the foundation, you’ll enjoy a new level of responsiveness and visual intensity. AMD puts high definition computing within everyone’s reach. Superior technologies for HD video. Enjoy a superior high definition experience for HD videos on you PC. AMD Phenom II processor are the powerful engine behind your fidelity, high definition video entertainment experience. Only AMD puts the Ultimate Visual Experience for HD video within your reach. Enjoy entertainment beyond your media library. Get HD content online, offline, wherever you want it, however you want it. Your system can handle whatever you dish out – and serve it up on screen in full, high definition glory. Perfect chemistry. Combine AMD Phenom II processors and ATI Radeon HD graphics to really see the difference. Enjoy smooth video, brilliant videos and immersive games. AMD unleashes visual clarity and responsiveness for what you want to do.

AMD Phenom II processors have the power to do it all. Featuring next-generation quad-core design, they crush even the most demanding tasks. So design it, render it, play it, create it, stream it, HD it. With AMD Phenom II processors, if you can imagine it, you can do it.

AMD Phenom II processors were designed with energy efficiency in mind. Capitalizing on AMD’s leadership in energy efficiency, they incorporate all of the latest technology that gives you performance when you need it and save power when you don’t. Look for ENERGY STAR with AMD. Thanks to AMD’s power-saving innovations, you can count on machines based on AMD Phenom II processors for the energy efficiency you want and the performance you need.

Specifications
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Dual-core Technology
3.20Ghz clock speed (AM3 Socket)
Multiplier unlocked
7.0MB L2+L3 Cache
Cool & Quiet Technology for Energy Efficiency
Enhanced Virus Protection
64-bit Technology
Hyper Transport Technology
Virtualization technology
Unlocked Multiplier
3yr Warranty
Retail Boxed with Heatsink & Fan

One last final push for Phenom

Andy Ruffell — Wed, 04 May 2011 16:50:00 +0000

Remember March of 2008? I won’t pretend I do, but that was the month that the legendary Phenom X4 was released to the masses.

Back then, Intel had a large chunk of the consumer pie, but AMD’s move to introduce budget quad cores changed the game. Now, 3 years on, the architecture is dying.

With Intel having reasonably priced quad core SKU’s such as the i5′s that far outperform the Phenom, it’s no wonder why.

Lower TDP, higher performance and a good price are just some of the factors for this, but on an architecture that has its roots in the late 90′s, it has held its ground very well.

Today, AMD release a new SKU for the phenom; The Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition. [COLOR=black]As their final push, they’ve introduced a 100MHz increase over the 975 counterpart. Both share the same 6MB L3 cache and 125W TDP.[/COLOR]

As a final resort to gain some extra market share before the Fusion platform gets a full intodutcion, they have kept pricing equal to the Phenom 975.

Phenom, as we know it, is dying……

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AMD Phenom II X4 975 3.60GHz AM3 Processor

Andy Ruffell — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:16:00 +0000

AMD have been focussing on their new products with the likes of Bulldozer and the whole Fusion range as of late but haven’t forgotten about the users wanting more from an already current system.

AMD recently released a new flagship processor into their product line-up, in the shape of the Phenom II X4 975 BE. This is another Black Edition processor meaning that the multiplier is unlocked giving it more headroom for overclocking and a higher stock frequency.

AMD still believe there is life in the Deneb core and are squeezing more performance out of their quad core processor technology to come up with the X4 975 Deneb.

Specifications
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3.60GHz clock speed
2MB L2 cache
6MB L3 cache
DDR3-1333 support
45nm process technology (140W Edition)
True Multi-core Processing
Direct Connect Architecture
Integrated Dual-Channel Memory Controller with up to DDR3-1333 support
HyperTransport 3.0
AMD Balanced Smart Cache
AMD Wide Floating Point Accelerator
AMD Memory Optimizer Technology
AMD Digital Media Xpress 2.0
AMD Virtualization with Rapid Virtualization Indexing
Cooln’Quiet 3.0 technology

Packaging
[HR][/HR] When buying a processor, you get the choice of an OEM or Retail version. Our processors come in a OEM style packaging that is specific to the media though when buying retail, you get a lot more but that is also reflected in the price. A retail version will come with a longer warranty, AMD certified CPU cooler and instruction manual.

AMD trims flagship Phenom II prices

Andy Ruffell — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:38:00 +0000

AMD’s Phenom’s are now not new news. However, AMD has just announced that it is reducing the prices of its most powerful CPU’s. This is good news for all and will force Intel to keep a close eye on their pricings (although it is not going to directly lead to a price war it will keep the Phenom popular). Of course the Phenom is designed for the gaming enthusiast who has a budget and can’t quite afford the prices of the i7. That was before the price cut and now they are even more affordable.

The 3 quad-core Phenom II models have all had $10 knocked off their thousand-unit prices. This means you can get a 955 (3.2 GHz) for £105, a 965 (3.4 GHz) for £120 and a 970 for £136 (3.5 GHz). These are all Black Edition CPU’s and so have an unlocked multiplier. Please note that the prices a consumer can buy a single unit at will be slightly higher at the most of £115, £125 and £145 respectively. As a comparison the 965 retailed last July at £150 (Modelled with VAT at 20% to match) so it is now effectively £25 cheaper.

Now, these price cuts might not sound that good, but we are saving the best to last. These of course apply to AMD’s most powerful CPU’s the heaxacore Phenom II’s. The 2.8 GHz 1055T (x6) will now retail at £135, the 1090T 3.2 GHz has dropped to just £160 and the best 3.3 GHz 1100T is now at £186. The 1090T and 1100T are also Black Edition chips and all three, as well as the quad-cores; all feature Turbo Core automatic overclocking features, giving you another 10% clock speed at a press of a button.

AMD is trying to stay competitive but it is more than that as they are trying to capitalise on the delays to the Intel’s current Sandy Bridge. The 1055T although it can’t fully compete with Intel’s Sandy Bridge processors does retail for quite a bit less than Intel’s cheapest Sandy Bridge. This makes it hard to ignore.

More good news is that the AMD Phenom prices will continue to drop as the year continues and we get closer to the release of the Bulldozer-based chips.

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AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Processor

Andy Ruffell — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Ever since the beginning of time, there have been competitors within the computer industry, and without them it would fall straight on its backside.

That’s why we (review sites) encourage a bit of competition, as it means better products come out at a faster pace, to try and be the leader of the pack. This is a prime example between AMD and Intel who have been fighting for the processor crown for as long as i can remember.

We used to see processor launches every so often, but now we are sometimes shown them once a month (not that we’re complaining).

Intel have held back a back with their product focus mainly being on Sandybridge, so instead they had a reshuffle and dropped some product lines and brought the prices down on others to get in line with their competitors; hence we see processors from a year ago drop dramatically in retailers. AMD however, have been releasing more and more CPU’s onto the market, especially with the X6 range of Phenom II’s with the flagship being the 1090T clocked to 3.2GHz and a turbo speed of 3.6GHz all for around the £190 mark.

The next logical step would be to bring out something to succeed the 1090T with a faster clock speed. That’s where the 1100T takes over as AMD’s latest flagship processor.

AMD Phenom New world record Overclock

Andy Ruffell — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 09:00:00 +0000

Brazil it would seem have some hidden talents.

More than just having widely known footballers and beautiful women, it appears to have some world record breaking overclockers hidden away in places.

A person known only as rbuass on the popular website xtremesystems.org posted some cpu-z screenshots showing a huge increase on the otherwise standard AMD Phenom II X4 975 Black Edition of 7.13Ghz setting a new world record for any AMD processor.

The Exact clock speed was 7134.31Mhz at a voltage of 1.788V

Although higher clocks have been achieved in the past on ancient old Intel chips it’s nice to see such results on a more modern mainstream processor from the AMD camps.

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AMD Athlon II X4 645, AMD Phenom II X4 970, AMD Phenom II X6 1075T

Andy Ruffell — Sat, 27 Nov 2010 09:25:00 +0000

AMD Phenom II X4 970 needs just a bit more to equalize the Phenom II X4 and Core i5-700 series in rights. Both product lines offer solutions that currently give you most performance for your money. Of the rest, Phenom II X6 1055T may be the least obvious choice. Subjectively, an unlocked Phenom II X6 1075T seems a better variant. Of course, if your tasks are well-parallelized.

Source: iXBT Labs

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AMD Phenom II X6 1090T Black Edition Hexa-Core AM3 Processor Video Review

Andy Ruffell — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 17:13:00 +0000

Today we are looking at the AMD Phenom II X6 1090T Hexa-core AM3 Processor.

This particular CPU is the latest from AMD supporting 45nm technology, running at 125watts and sporting 6 cores with a speed of 3.2GHz.

It’s a perfect processor to rival Intel when the user needing multiple cores.

Video editing and photo rendering are particular applications that will benefit from this CPU.

Click here to view the embedded video.

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition AM3 Processor Video Review

Andy Ruffell — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 21:13:00 +0000

Today we are looking at the AMD Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition AM3 processor.

This specific CPU runs at 125w and is AMD’s flagship processor at the present time.

Click here to view the embedded video.