AMD Cooler Fan for Phenom II X6 & FX Series Socket 940 AM2 AM3 Processors - New
Bottom line: The AMD Cooler Fan 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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Manufacturer description
939, 940, AM3, AM3+, AM2 & AM2+ FM, FM2 Processors. Phenom II X4 Model No : 920, 940, 945, 955, 965, 970 & 980. Phenom II X6 Model No : 1035T, 1045T, 1055T, 1065T, 1075T, 1090T, 1100T. Phenom I Model No :9500, 9550, 9600, 9750, 9850 & 9950.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Cooler Fan using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. AMD'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.
Full Specifications
| compatible_cpus | Phenom II X6,FX Series |
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