Product ReviewsAMD Phenom II X2 555 3.2GHz Dual-Core (HDZ555WFK2DGM) Processor

Good and dependable. Motherboards readily available,

This is a very adaptable CPU. For older technology, it's just as speedy & dependable as a "new technology" unit. Mine unlocks to 4 cores with a socket AM3 motherboard which makes it great for everything. But it's got an unlocked multiplier as well so you can run it at very high speeds with 2 cores and keep the heat/power costs down. The motherboards for the AM3 platform are usually less expensive and more plentiful than for Intel CPUs. I like buying used CPUs now because they are just as good as the new ones for general use and gaming. This one is a good choice; especially for the office or student and it allows for a good gaming experience with a fairly decent video card. I do prefer the 3-core units even if you get one with the multiplier locked. The unlocked multi isn't really all that - depends what you are using it for.Read full review...

Good CPU-Great Price

Works very well, but for some reason it does not perform as well as my Athlon II x 2 B28 CPU. It scores slightly lower in Windows 7 Experience Index (WEI) and much lower in CPU-Z, despite that it has so much level 3 cache. The Athlon II x 2 does have more level 2 cache and a higher clock speed, so this may be the difference???Read full review...

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This has been my all around Fav for three years, can't beat it's head room.

I build high end PC's with speeds up to 5.5 GHz for games, CAD, and Simulators. and although I have these very systems running in my Home/Office - It's the AMD Phenom II X2 555 Black Edition I choose for my personal system. I pair it with the M4A89GTD Pro/USB3 from ASUS and HAF Tower, 8GB RAM and a smiple air cooler. Why? simple, I multi task a lot. With the 555 unlocked and running four cores it's bullet proof. The 555 BE is like no other. It has so much head room that I can Geek to my heart's content. I often will be down loading a large video file while watching HD video and surfing the web. by surfing I mean I often have 100 to 150 sites open at the same time. the 555 never slows, crashes or heats up. In the winter it never goes above 89F, and in the summer 111F is the max. Only problem, I can't build them fast enough to keep one in my office for long. LOL, the one I'm on now is bread boxed till the tower gets here.Read full review...

Good buy

Good price for a decent dual core processor. Was hoping to unlock this processor to 4 cores, however it is one of the few that are unstable unlocked. Still performs and overclocks with the original 2 cores fantastically. Quick shipping, found it in the mail and wasn't expecting it yet.Read full review...

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Awesome processor.

Along with a 4GB ram upgrade..this processor speeds up an old AM2+
W5243 emachine considerably. With a decent graphics card I could actually game on this rig without a problem.

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A good 2-core CPU for net surfing and light gaming

This CPU is enough for you if you're not a hardcore gamer or you do not work with serious CPU power demanding softwares. With 2 or 4 GiBs of RAM and an SSD you can have a good little system for Internet surfing and light (casual) gaming. In case of the latter you need an appropriate graphics card of course.Read full review...

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If you want toying around with the your CPU buy this, it is it's purpose .

Little, old but still very powerful CPU , with the ability to Overclock to 4 - 4.1 Ghz and with any luck unlock the other 2 cores this CPU can go head to head with most of the new CPU architectures, and believe me it can take abusing quite a lot.Read full review...

Great old CPU for the price

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Works great

Works as expected. Was a great inexpensive way to get my old pc working again.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: uptekk

it's a great choice

Works Straight out of the box as intended

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: digital_anny