AMD Phenom 2 X4 955 Black Edition 3.2GHz Socket AM3

Overview

The AMD Phenom 2 X4 955 Black Edition is clocked at 3.2GHz and can be used on both AM2+ and AM3 motherboards. The AMD Phenom 2 X4 955 Black Edition processor features a dual-channel memory controller. The maximum officially supported DDR2 frequency is 1066MHz while DDR3-1333 is also supported.

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Based on 23 expert reviews

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Good:

11
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9.4

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Last revision on May 10, 2020

Reviewers Liked

Fast
Well priced
Stays cool
Good performance
Unlocked multiplier
Overclocks easily
Works with existing AM2+ motherboards
Consumes lower power on idle/load

Reviewers Didn't Like

Expensive
Poor performance on digital photo apps
No Real Performance Increase between DDR2 and DDR3 Systems
Hasn't Caught Up To Intel Core i7

Expert reviews and ratings

By TechSpot on April 23, 2009

Not a lot has changed in the CPU scene since AMD launched their original Phenom II X4 processors earlier this year. The Intel Core i7 processors still rule the ranks, while the Core 2 range carries the torch as the Intel mainstream solutions. Then we...

By XSReviews on August 17, 2009 80

With the Phenom II X4 955 BE only recently eclipsed by the 965 BE in terms of raw speed, the former is still a very impressive CPU that should be able to compete well with Intel’s quad core range. The overclocking, with air cooling, is still...

By CNET Australia on July 24, 2009 90

While the higher power consumption is a slight concern, the X4 955 proves that AMD is back in the performance game and ready to play hard ball. Bring on the next...

By ITP.net on July 06, 2009 100

The 955 Black Edition is worth serious consideration as it performs well, offers great value and overclocks like a champ....

By Tech-Reviews UK on June 23, 2009 100

In short the AMD Phenom 955 is a solid all-round performer with the raw power and speed to get AMD fan boys shouting. It is a disappointment though that this is AMD’s best answer at current to Intel’s market dominance, and now that the core...

By TechRadar on June 17, 2009 80

del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet When AMD rolled out its chips for the new AM3 CPU socket, we were bafï¬‚ed. AM3 dragged AMD into the DDR3 era. But with that in mind, why were the ï¬rst...

By TechTree on June 11, 2009 80

Weve all seen the Phenom II X4 955 in action when we reviewed the Dragon platform, and now its time to overclock it and push it even further. The Phenom X4 940 was the flagship processor just a couple of months back but it lacked AM3 support....

By ComputerPowerUser on May 15, 2009 70

so it’s a great deal for AMD’s best processor. by Seth Colaner View the chart that accompanies this article. (NOTE: These pages are PDF (Portable Document Format) files. You will need Adobe Acrobat to view these pages. Download Adobe...

By ImpulseGamer on May 01, 2009 92

Joel Williams9.2The battle between AMD versus Intel has reached the next level with AMDs latest Phenom II CPUs just hitting the market which promises additional power for not only general PC users but also those seeking the Dragon Platform. For...

By PCStats on April 30, 2009 95

At the end of the day, AMDs Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition processor stacks up as direct competition for Intels Core i7 920 processor. AMD has come a long way from the launch of the original Phenom CPU, and this 3.2GHz socket AM3 chip has thrust...

By ExtremeTech on April 29, 2009 80

AMDs newest CPU is priced well against the immediate competition, and performs pretty well in most...

By HardwareZone.com on April 25, 2009 80

It has been nearly four months since the first Phenom II was officially made available and since its initial release of the X4 940 'Black Edition' and the X4 920 Socket AM2+ processors, AMD has started offering DDR3 compatible processors via the...

By Benchmark Reviews on April 24, 2009 91

While the X4 955 Black Edition did not make it in time for the initial Phenom II launch, its definitely a welcome addition. The new chip rounds out the Dragon Platform refresh and can now take its place as AMDs new flagship processor. In addition to...

By Atomic MPC on April 24, 2009 77

AMDs series of Phenom II processors have been some of the most interesting - and finicky - processors of the past few years. With what is essentially a very tweaked K8 architecture, there dont seem to be many changes on the surface; its only when...

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