AMD Athlon 64 (3200+) 2.0GHz 512KB L2 Cache 1600MHz Socket 939 Processor (Boxed with Heatsink and Fan)

Title : AMD Athlon 64 (3200+) 2.0GHz 512KB L2 Cache 1600MHz Socket 939 Processor (Boxed with Heatsink and Fan)
ASIN : B0006I92VE
Description : AMD is proud to bring you the AMD Athlon 64 processor, with AMD64 technology for dramatically higher performance and built-in support for future 64-bit applications - even running 32- and 64-bit software at the same time. Maximize system efficiency and stay ahead of the curve with the technically superior PC processor, packed with advances such as HyperTransport technology, an integrated DDR memory controller, and Enhanced Virus Protection for the upcoming Microsoft Windows XP SP2. Whether it is for busine...
Features :

• AMD Athlon 64 microprocessor
• 3200+ Socket 939
• 2000 MHz operating frequency
• Also includes heatsink/fan, installation guide, Certificate of Authenticity
• In original box.

category: 64 Bit
brand: AMD
Item Page Detail URL : link
Rating : 5.0
Review : A great overclocker
It would have been useful for Amazon to state which revision of the Athlon 64 3200+ they are selling. The "Venice" core is the latest and greatest version with an improved memory controller and staggering overclocking potential. The Venice uses a 90nm manufacturing process (if you've been shopping for a graphics card as well, this will be familiar info) meaning that it requires less power but can run at higher clock speeds. All Venice core CPU's are cut from the same die too. This means that this very cheap CPU can be clocked at a speed equivalent to or beyond that of its more expensive siblings. It is pretty widely reported that a Venice 3200+ can safely be clocked at 2.7ghz using just air cooling, which is faster than most CPU's in the Athlon range.

If you are interested, check which revision it is before ordering.