Vintage 1997 AMD-K6 200MHz CPU Processor AMD-K6/PR2-200ALR Socket 7 Near Mint
Bottom line: The Vintage 1997 AMD-K6 200MHz CPU Processor AMD-K6/PR2-200ALR Socket 7 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
Featuring the classic purple ceramic substrate and the iconic "Designed for Microsoft Windows 95" logo on the heat spreader, this is the ultimate centerpiece for a retro DOS or late-90s Windows gaming build.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Vintage 1997 AMD-K6 200MHz CPU Processor AMD-K6/PR2-200ALR Socket 7… 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
| pins | 321 |
|---|---|
| bus_mhz | 66 |
| clock_mhz | 200 |
| multiplier | 3 |
| l1_cache_kb | 32 |
| part_suffix | ALR |
| io_voltage_v | 3.3 |
| core_voltage_v | 2.9 |
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