X2 6000 + 3GHz ADX6000IAA6CZ Dual-Core CPU Processor Socket AM2 940pin
Bottom line: The X2 6000 + 3GHz ADX6000IAA6CZ Dual-Core CPU Processor 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
- ✓ Model: X2 6000+
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
64 X2 6000+ (3 GHz, 125W) specificationsGeneral informationTypeCPU / MicroprocessorMarket segmentDesktopFamilyCPU part numbersADX6000IAA6CZ is an OEM/tray microprocessorADX6000CZBOX is a boxed microprocessor with fan and heatsinkStepping codesACB9FACBVFCCB6FCCB8FCCBVFFrequency ?6000+ (rated)3000 MHz (real)Bus speed ?One 1000 MHz 16-bit HyperTransport link (2GT/s)Clock multiplier ?15Socket AM2Architecture / MicroarchitectureMicroarchitectureK8c stepping ?JH-F3CPUID40F33Manufacturing process0.09 micron silicon-on-insulator (SOI) technology243 million transistorsData width64 bitThe number of…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored X2 6000 + 3GHz ADX6000IAA6CZ Dual-Core CPU Processor 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
- Model: X2 6000+
- PCIe VERSION: PCIe 2.0
- Socket Type: Socket 940
Full Specifications
| Brand | Generic |
|---|---|
| Model | X2 6000+ |
| CPU Model | Alpha |
| CPU Speed | 1 GHz |
| CPU Socket | BGA 1023 |
| Socket Type | Socket 940 |
| PCIe VERSION | PCIe 2.0 |
| Mfr Part Number | Generic |
| 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 6000 + 3GHz ADX6000IAA6CZ Dual-Core CPU Processor Socket AM2 940pin 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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