AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.3GHz 1MB 2-Core/2-Thread Socket AM2 CPU ADO4400IAA5D0
Bottom line: The AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.3GHz 1MB 2-Core/2-Thread Socket AM2 CPU 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
P/N: ADO4400IAA5D0. The CPU is good, working condition. Fully tested to boot to BIOS and in a Windows setup. Since this CPU is used, there might be scratches, dents or thermal paste on the cover. AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2. 3Ghz / 1MB L2 cache/ 1000MHz HyperTransport (2 GT/s)/ Dual-Core Dual-Thread/ Socket AM2 Processor.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.3GHz 1MB 2-Core/2-Thread Socket AM2 CPU 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
| core_count | 2 |
|---|---|
| l2_cache_mb | 1 |
| thread_count | 2 |
| base_clock_ghz | 2.3 |
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AMD Athlon 64 X2 4400+ 2.3GHz 1MB 2-Core/2-Thread Socket AM2 CPU ADO4400IAA5D0 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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