AMD ATHLON 64 X2 4400+ 2.3 GHZ SOCKET AM2 ADO4400IAA5DD CAAPG 65W CPU PROCESSOR
Bottom line: The AMD ATHLON 64 X2 4400+ 2.3 GHZ SOCKET AM2 CAAPG 65W CPU PROCESSOR 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 processor model is AMD ATHLON 64 X2 4400+ and it is designed to work with Socket AM2. The CPU processor has a L2 cache of 2 X 512 KB and it is a great fit for the Athlon 64 X2 processor type. This item is listed in the CPUs/Processors, Computer Components & Parts, and Computers/Tablets & Networking categories.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD ATHLON 64 X2 4400+ 2.3 GHZ SOCKET AM2 CAAPG 65W CPU PROCESSOR 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 | 65 |
|---|---|
| core_count | 2 |
| l2_cache_kb | 1024 |
| core_clock_ghz | 2.3 |
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