AMD K-6-2 / 500 AFX 2.2V CORE 3.3V I/O CPU Computer Chip
Bottom line: The AMD K-6-2 / 500 AFX 2.2V CORE 3.3V I/O CPU Computer Chip 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
Pictured is the computer chip you will receive. Inv# Chip#30.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD K-6-2 / 500 AFX 2.2V CORE 3.3V I/O CPU Computer Chip 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
| architecture | x86 |
|---|---|
| io_voltage_v | 3.3 |
| core_voltage_v | 2.2 |
| clock_speed_mhz | 500 |
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