AMD Athlon 64 3500+ 2.2 GHz Processor

Name: AMD Athlon 64 3500+ 2.2 GHz Processor
Brand: Unbranded
SKU: B000JLNIPY

Bottom line: The AMD Athlon 64 3500+ 2.2 GHz Processor is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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By Mike Perry, Founder & Editor-in-Chief · Listing data updated 2026-10-06

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 2.2GHz Processing Speed

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

Product Description2.2GHz, 512KB L2 Cache, Socket AM2 package, 90nm. Get powerful performance for your unique digital experience. It is not just about email, Web browsing and word processing anymore. The AMD Athlon 64 processor give you leading performance to go wherever your digital world takes you. Maximize system efficiency and stay ahead of the curve with the technically superior PC processor, packed with advances such as HyperTransport technology, an integrated DDR memory controller, Cool'n'Quiet Technology and Enhanced Virus Protection for Microsoft Windows XP SP2. Whether it is for…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon 64 3500+ 2.2 GHz Processor using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Compare with similarly-priced alternatives in the retro cpus category before committing. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

2.2GHz Processing Speed

Full Specifications

Brand	AMD
Wattage	62 watts
Platform	Windows
CPU Model	Athlon
CPU Speed	2.2 GHz
CPU Socket	Socket AM2
Model Number	ADA3500CWBOX
Mfr Part Number	ADA3500CWBOX
Processor Brand	AMD
Processor Count	64
Processor Speed	2.2 GHz
Secondary Cache	512 KB
CPU Manufacturer	AMD
Item Part Number	ADA3500CWBOX
Processor Series	Athlon
Processor Socket	Socket AM2
Warranty Description	3 years
Cache Memory Installed Size	512
Global Trade Identification Number	00730143241168

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