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AMD Phenom II X3 720 Black Edition review

Are you brave enough to take a chance on this tempting triple-core chip?

Our Score 3

Last reviewed: 2010-09-08September 8th 2010

Price at launch £140.00
Product Type Processor
Processor Core Triple-core (3 Core)
Processor Manufacturer AMD
Product Family Phenom II X3
L3 Cache 6 MB
Clock Speed 2.80 GHz
Processor Socket Socket AM3 PGA-941
Brand Name AMD
Product Model 720
Green Compliant Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority RoHS
64-bit Processing Yes
HyperTransport Speed 4000 MHz
Processor Technology AMD64 Technology, CoolCore Technology, Virtualization Technology, Cool'n'Quiet Technology, HyperTransport Technology
L1 Cache 384 KB
L2 Cache 1.50 MB
Manufacturer Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Product Name Phenom II X3 Tri-core 720 2.8GHz Processor
Product Line Phenom II X3
Manufacturer Part Number HDZ720WFGIBOX
Manufacturer Website Address www.amd.com
Marketing Information

Phenom II X3 is for high definition entertainment, gaming, creativity, and beyond. With Phenom II X3 processors as the foundation, you'll enjoy a new level of responsiveness and visual intensity.

Packaged Quantity 1
Platform Supported PC
Process Technology 45 nm
Package Contents
  • Phenom II X3 Tri-core 720 2.8GHz Processor
  • Heatsink/fan with thermal interface
  • Installation Manual
  • AMD processor case sticker
  • Certificate of authenticity
  • Standard Warranty 3 Year Limited

    Product Summary

    Phenom II X3 720 Black Edition

    AMD Phenom II X3 720 Black Edition

    Price at launch

    £140.00

    For

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    A nice combo of cores and clocks

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    No performance weak spots

    Against

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    Doesn't excel in any area

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    Core unlocking can't be relied on

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