AMD Phenom II X6 1090T BE Black Editon (6x 3.20GHz) HDT90ZFBK6DGR CPU Socket AM3
Bottom line: The AMD Phenom II X6 1090T BE Black Editon HDT90ZFBK6DGR CPU Socket AM3 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
AMD Phenom II X6 1090T BE Black (6x 3.20GHz) HDT90ZFBK6DGR Sockel AM3 (#234). Prozessormodell: AMD Phenom II X6 1090T Black. Enthaltene Kühlkomponente(n): Keine/Nur Prozessor. Sockeltyp: Sockel AM3. AMD A8-5500 (4x 3.20GHz) AD5500OKA44HJ CPU Prozessor Sockel FM2 (#193).
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Phenom II X6 1090T BE Black Editon HDT90ZFBK6DGR CPU Socket AM3 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
| tdp_w | 125 |
|---|---|
| unlocked | true |
| core_count | 6 |
| base_clock_ghz | 3.2 |
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