MSI A55M-P33 (MS-7786 VER: 1 . 0) Motherboard
Bottom line: The MSI A55M-P33 Motherboard 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
The MSI A55M-P33 motherboard is designed to support CPU types like Athlon II X4, Athlon II X2, and Sempron, with a maximum number of CPU cores of 1. It has a MicroATX form factor and features an AMD A55 chipset. With 6 USB 3.0 ports for input/output connections, this motherboard also includes a Realtek ALc887 audio codec and gigabit Ethernet networking type. The product also comes with drivers and utilities like MSI Live Update 5, I-Charger, and various expansion slots for PCI Express and PCI components. The motherboard is compatible with Microsoft Windows 7 and has a length of 8.5 inches…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MSI A55M-P33 Motherboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. MSI'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
| chipset | AMD A55 |
|---|---|
| memory_type | DDR3 |
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