AMD Athlon XP 1700+ 1.467GHz CPU AX1700DMT3C Socket A / 462 & OEM Fan/Heatsink
Bottom line: The AMD Athlon XP 1700+ 1.467GHz CPU Socket A / 462 & OEM Fan/Heatsink is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpu coolers & fans 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
MPN / OPN: AX1700DMT3C. AMD Athlon XP 1700+ CPU & OEM Fan/Heatsink Combo. Processor Model: AMD Athlon XP 1700+. Socket Type: Socket A (Socket 462). Cooling Component Included: Heatsink & Fan. Note: Old thermal paste residue remains on the die and heatsink base.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon XP 1700+ 1.467GHz CPU Socket A / 462 & OEM Fan/Heatsink using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. AMD's retro cpu coolers & fans 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 cpu coolers & fans 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
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