AMD Phenom x4 955 Black Edition

Rhys — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:11:41 +0000

Introduction

There are many essential components to every computer – some perhaps are less important i.e. sound cards etc – but most are vital. One such component which the entire system depends on is the CPU; basically the CPU is the “heart” of the computer. But it is more than that, it is the component which performs programmed instructions, performs arithmetic and controls data input/output functions.

About AMD

AMD is the customer-centric innovation company, a processing powerhouse that offers smarter choices for its customers and makes technology more accessible to the world. AMD is focused on best meeting the needs of leading computing, wireless and consumer electronics companies to help them deliver high-performance, energy-efficient and visually realistic solutions.

Phenom Series Specs

Model Number and Feature Comparisons – AMD Phenom™ II Processors

AMD Phenom™ II X4 Processor
Model Number	Frequency	Total L2 Cache	L3 Cache	Packaging	Thermal Design Power	CMOS Technology
955*	3.2 GHz	2MB	6MB	socket AM3	125W	45nm SOI
945	3.0 GHz	2MB	6MB	socket AM3	125W	45nm SOI
940	3.0 GHz	2MB	6MB	socket AM2+	125W	45nm SOI
920	2.8 GHz	2MB	6MB	socket AM2+	125W	45nm SOI
910	2.6 GHz	2MB	6MB	socket AM3	95W	45nm SOI
810	2.6 GHz	2MB	4MB	socket AM3	95W	45nm SOI
805	2.5 GHz	2MB	4MB	socket AM3	95W	45nm SOI

Phenom II 955 Black Edition Specs

Processor	AMD Phenom™ II X4
Model	955
OPN Tray	HDZ955FBK4DGI
OPN PIB	HDZ955FBGIBOX
Operating Mode 32 Bit	Yes
Operating Mode 64 Bit	Yes
Revision	C2
Core Speed (MHz)	3200
Voltages	0.875-1.5V
Max Temps (C)	62’C
Wattage	125 W
L1 Cache Size (KB)	128
L1 Cache Count	4
L2 Cache Size (KB)	512
L2 Cache Count	4
L3 Cache Size (KB)	6144 (shared)
CMOS	45nm SOI
Socket	AM3
AMD Business Class	No
Black Edition	Yes

AMD Phenom X4 955BE Features

The AMD Phenom X4 955BE has a brilliant party piece. This being that it is backwards compatible with older sockets (AM2+), as long as the motherboard has the suitable bios update. Most high end AM2+ motherboards should have bios updates but this is not a guarantee so check you motherboard manufacturer’s website before upgrading.