AMD Athlon XP 2600+ CPU AXDA2600DKV3C AIUHB Socket 462 Thoroughbred Processor
Bottom line: The AMD Athlon XP 2600+ CPU AIUHB Socket 462 Thoroughbred Processor 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
AMD Athlon XP 2600+ CPU AXDA2600DKV3C Socket 462. • Part Number: AXDA2600DKV3C. • Stepping: AIUHB. What makes the AXDA2600DKV3C special is its unique position in the AMD Athlon lineup: it is the absolute fastest processor AMD ever manufactured that operates on a 266MHz Front Side Bus (FSB), running at a core speed of 2.133 GHz.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored AMD Athlon XP 2600+ CPU AIUHB Socket 462 Thoroughbred Processor 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
| core | Thoroughbred |
|---|---|
| stepping | AIUHB |
| part_number | AXDA2600DKV3C |
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