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AMD Athlon II X2 260 Regor 3.2 GHz 2x1 MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor - Retail ADX260OCGMBOX

AMD Athlon II X2 260 Regor 3.2 GHz 2x1 MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor - Retail ADX260OCGMBOX

Bottom line: The AMD Athlon II X2 260 Regor 3.2 GHz 2x1 MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W 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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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Multi Core: Dual core

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

AMD CPU ADX255OCGQBOX Athlon II X2 255 3.1 GHz AM3 65W Retail.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon II X2 260 Regor 3.2 GHz 2x1 MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W… 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

  • Multi Core: Dual core
  • Operating Frequency: 3.2 GigaHertz
  • Socket: AM3
  • Cache: 2 MB
  • Power: 65 Watts

Full Specifications

BrandAMD
Cache2 MB
Power65 Watts
SocketAM3
Wattage65 watts
CPU ModelAthlon
CPU Speed3.1, 3.2 GHz
CPU SocketSocket AM3
Multi CoreDual core
Model NumberADX260OCGMBOX
Mfr Part NumberADX260OCGMBOX
Processor BrandAMD
Processor Count2
Processor Speed3.1, 3.2 GHz
Secondary Cache0.51 MB
CPU ManufacturerAMD
Processor SeriesAthlon
Processor SocketSocket AM3
Processor Core Count2
Warranty DescriptionManufacturer Limited Warranty period: 3 years

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AMD Athlon II X2 260 Regor 3.2 GHz 2x1 MB L2 Cache Socket AM3 65W Dual-Core Desktop Processor - Retail ADX260OCGMBOX is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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