VINTAGE ASUS SP97-V SIS 5598 SUPER SOCKET 7 AT MMX INTEL AMD K5 K6 CYRIX MBMX40
Bottom line: The VINTAGE ASUS SP97-V SIS 5598 SUPER SOCKET 7 AT MMX INTEL AMD K5 K6 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
Pins 2 & 3 closed. Pins 1 & 2 closed. Clock speed. Note: Pins designated should be in the closed position. CPU SPEED SELECTION (IBM 6X86MX). CPU SPEED SELECTION (CX 6X86MX). CPU SPEED SELECTION (IBM 6X86).
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored VINTAGE ASUS SP97-V SIS 5598 SUPER SOCKET 7 AT MMX INTEL AMD K5 K6… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. ASUS'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
| socket | Super Socket 7 |
|---|---|
| chipset | SiS 5598 |
| supported_cpus | Intel Pentium MMX,AMD K5,AMD K6,Cyrix 6x86 |
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