AMD Phenom II X4 945 CPU Quad-Core 3.0 GHz 6M 95W Socket AM3 Processors
Bottom line: The AMD Phenom II X4 945 CPU Quad-Core 3.0 GHz 6M 95W Socket AM3 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
Processor Model Phenom II X4 945. Processor Type Phenom II. Socket Type Socket AM3. Compatible Slots 1X Processor-Socket Socket AM3. Clock Speed 3 GHz. Product Type Processor. Processor Quantity 1. Product Identifiers.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Phenom II X4 945 CPU Quad-Core 3.0 GHz 6M 95W Socket AM3… 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_watt | 95 |
|---|---|
| core_count | 4 |
| l3_cache_mb | 6 |
| base_clock_ghz | 3 |
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