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AMD Phenom II X 4 95 Watt 2.5GHz 805 Quad-Core Processor, HDX805WFK4FGI, AM3, US
Bottom line: The AMD Phenom II X 4 95 Watt 2.5GHz 805 Quad-Core 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
AMD Part Number: HDX805WFK4FGI. AMD PHENOM II X4 QUAD CORE 805 PROCESSOR. Socket:AM2+ / AM3 95 WATTS. To protect the pins, the processor will be placed in a. Note: The last five digits of the serial number of each processor.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Phenom II X 4 95 Watt 2.5GHz 805 Quad-Core 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
| cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| tdp_watts | 95 |
| clock_speed_ghz | 2.5 |
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AMD Phenom II X 4 95 Watt 2.5GHz 805 Quad-Core Processor, HDX805WFK4FGI, AM3, US is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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