X2 6850E 6850e CPU Processor Dual c 1.8G 1M 22W Socket Am2 940PIN ADJ6850IAA5DO Working 2
Bottom line: The X2 6850E 6850e CPU Processor Dual c 1.8G 1M 22W Socket Am2 940PIN 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
- ✓ Interface Type: AM2
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
Socket Type: Socket 940Chip Process: 65 nanometersType: Dual-CoreNumber of Cores: Dual-CoreNote: Light shooting and different displays may cause the color of the item in the picture a little different from the real thing. The measurement allowed error is +/- 1-3cm.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored X2 6850E 6850e CPU Processor Dual c 1.8G 1M 22W Socket Am2 940PIN… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Generic's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. 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
- Interface Type: AM2
- Model Number: X2 6850E
- CPU Frequency: 1.8 GHz
Full Specifications
| Brand | Generic |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.8g |
| CPU Model | Alpha |
| CPU Speed | 1 GHz |
| CPU Socket | BGA 1023 |
| Model Number | X2 6850E |
| CPU Frequency | 1.8 GHz |
| Interface Type | AM2 |
| Mfr Part Number | Generic |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Processor Brand | Generic |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Processor Speed | 1 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 1 centimeters |
| CPU Manufacturer | Generic |
| Processor Series | Alpha |
| Processor Socket | BGA 1023 |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 1 GB |
| Processor Number of Concurrent Threads | 1 |
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X2 6850E 6850e CPU Processor Dual c 1.8G 1M 22W Socket Am2 940PIN ADJ6850IAA5DO Working 2 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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