Processor CPU AMD ATHLON 500MHZ AMD-K7500MTR51B C SLOT A With Cooler
Bottom line: The Processor CPU AMD ATHLON 500MHZ AMD-K7500MTR51B C SLOT A With Cooler 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
Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue an invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Processor CPU AMD ATHLON 500MHz AMD-K7500MTR51B C SLOT A with cooler Manufacturer: AMD Series: AMD K7 CPU PN: AMD-K7500MTR51B C Model: ATHLON 500MHz Frequency: 500MHz Clock multiplier: 5 Number of cores: 1 Socket: Slot A The number of threads: 1 CPU cache L1: 128KB CPU cache L2: 512KB Data bus: 32-bit Cooling included: tak Fan connector: 3-pin No original packaging. Will be sealed in a static bag. Written guarantee - 2 years !!! Product gallery More information…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Processor CPU AMD ATHLON 500MHZ AMD-K7500MTR51B C SLOT A With Cooler 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
| cache_kb | 512 |
|---|---|
| core_count | 1 |
| clock_speed_mhz | 500 |
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