AMD Athlon 64 3500+ ADA3500BPBOX 2.2-3.5GHz Socket 939 CPU
Bottom line: The AMD Athlon 64 3500+ ADA3500BPBOX 2.2-3.5GHz Socket 939 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
The number of CPU cores: 1. Level 1 cache size: 64 KB 2-way set associative instruction cache, 64 KB 2-way set associative data cache. Processor core: Venice. Data width: 64 bit. Level 2 cache size: 512 KB exclusive 16-way set associative cache.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon 64 3500+ ADA3500BPBOX 2.2-3.5GHz Socket 939 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 | Venice |
|---|---|
| cores | 1 |
| clock_mhz | 2200 |
| l2_cache_kb | 512 |
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