AMD Phenom X4 9850 Black Edition review

Can the geriatric K8 architecture muster a Rocky Balboa ending?

Our Score 4

Last reviewed: 2008-06-21June 21st 2008

Price at launch	£155.00
Product Type	Processor
Processor Core	Quad-core (4 Core)
Processor Manufacturer	AMD
Product Family	Phenom X4
L3 Cache	2 MB
Clock Speed	2.50 GHz
Processor Socket	Socket AM2 PGA-940
Brand Name	AMD
Product Model	9850
Green Compliant	Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority	RoHS
HyperTransport Speed	3600 MHz
Processor Technology	AMD64 Technology, Cool'n'Quiet Technology, HyperTransport Technology
L1 Cache	512 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB
Manufacturer	Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Product Name	Phenom Quad-core 9850 2.50GHz Processor
Product Line	Phenom X4
Manufacturer Part Number	HD985ZXAGHBOX
Manufacturer Website Address	www.amd.com
Marketing Information	Realize new possibilities for connecting with friends, family, and digital entertainment with the phenomenal performance of the AMD Phenom 9000 series quad-core processor. Built from the ground up for true quad-core performance, AMD Phenom processors speed through advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.
Packaged Quantity	1
Platform Supported	PC
Process Technology	65 nm
Package Contents	Phenom Quad-core 9850 2.50GHz Processor Heatsink/fan with thermal interface Installation manual AMD processor case sticker Certificate of authenticity
Standard Warranty	3 Year Limited