AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5600+ 2.8 GHz Processor, Socket AM2

by AMD

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000MNA082
• Item model number: ADA5600CZBOX
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 9, 2006

Product Description

Manufacturer Description

The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor puts the power of dual-core technology on the desktop. Dual-core processors contain two processing cores, residing on one chip, that perform calculations on two streams of data, thereby increasing efficiency and speed while running multiple programs and the new generation of multi-threaded software.

For the end-user this means a significant increase in response and performance when running multiple applications simultaneously. The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor outperforms the highest-performing AMD Athlon 64 4000+ single-core processor on multi-tasking benchmarks by up to 30%.

Better Multi-Tasking Means Increased Office Productivity
Productivity in today's workplace requires smooth, efficient and seamless multi-tasking. The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor delivers true multi-tasking, allowing users to switch from one program to another without pausing for the computer to catch up and reducing annoying processing pauses. The end result is an increase in office productivity performance of 22% on average.

Setting the Pace in Digital Media
Digital media software demands simultaneous processing of data streams, the perfect use for the incredible multi-tasking power of the AMD64 dual-core technology. Dual-core technology is like having two processors working together, each one taking care of different applications, so power-users actually experience greater performance when multiple applications are running. Digital media enthusiasts can usher in the next generation of digital media software for amazing high-definition video and photo editing, content creation, and audio mixing. With the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor, your PC will perform up to 80% faster than a single-core AMD Athlon 64 4000+ processor on the latest power-hungry digital media software applications.

Smooth and Efficient Upgrades
Additionally, the elegant design of the AMD64 architecture allowed for the planning of dual-core processors from the ground up, which means that the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor is designed to fit in the same 939-pin infrastructure as single-core processors. All that is required is a BIOS update, saving our partners the costs of redesigns and obsolete inventory.

All the Proven Benefits of AMD64 Technology
Enhanced Virus Protection is a feature of AMD64 technology. Enhanced Virus Protection feature in AMD64 processors, in conjunction with certain operating systems help to prevent the spread of certain viruses, like MSBlaster and Slammer, significantly reducing the cost and down-time associated with similar viruses and improving the protection of computers and personal information against certain PC viruses1.

AMD Athlon 64 Processor Architecture Performance
HyperTransport technology can increase overall system performance by removing I/O bottlenecks, increasing system bandwidth, and reducing system latency. A fully integrated DDR memory controller helps speed access to memory by offering the processor a direct connection to the main memory. As a result, end users can enjoy quicker application loading and extraordinary application performance.

Ready for the 64-bit future
Like all the processors in the AMD Athlon 64 family, the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor is designed for people who want to stay at the forefront of technology and for those who depend on their PCs to keep them connected, informed, and entertained. Systems based on AMD Athlon 64 processors are able to deliver leading-edge performance for demanding productivity and entertainment software today and in the future.

With AMD64 technology, the AMD Athlon 64 processor is fully compatible with existing software, while enabling a seamless transition to 64-bit applications. Both 32- and 64-bit applications can run virtually simultaneously and transparently on the same platform. AMD64 technology enables new, cinematic computing experiences and capabilities, in addition to increased performance. AMD64 technology allows end users to take advantage of new innovations such as real-time encryption, more life-like games, accurate speech interfaces, cinema-quality graphic effects, and easy-to-use video and audio editing.

Purchase with Confidence
Founded in 1969, AMD has shipped more than 240 million PC processors worldwide. Customers can depend on the AMD Athlon 64 processor and AMD for compatibility and reliability. AMD processors undergo extensive testing to help ensure compatibility with Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows NT, Windows 2000, as well as Linux and other PC operating systems. AMD works collaboratively with Microsoft and other partners to achieve compatibility of AMD processors and to expand the capability of software and hardware products leveraging AMD64 technology. AMD conducts rigorous research, development, and validation to help ensure the continued integrity and performance of its products.

The industry's first true on-die dual-core x86 processor

• Inter-core communication at CPU speed
• Provides dual-core system capability in single-core system configurations

The AMD64 core provides leading-edge performance for both 32-bit and 64-bit applications

• AMD64 technology provides full-speed support for x86 code base for uncompromising performance
• 40-bit physical addresses, 48-bit virtual addresses
• Sixteen 64-bit integer registers
• Sixteen 128-bit SSE/SSE2/SSE3 registers
• AMD Digital Media XPress provides support for SSE, SSE2, SSE3 and MMX instructions

A high-bandwidth, low-latency integrated DDR memory controller

• Supports PC2-6400 (DDR2-800), PC2-5300 (DDR2-667), PC2-4200 (DDR2-533) or PC2-3200 (DDR2-400) SDRAM unbuffered DIMMs
• Support for DDR2 SDRAM memory
• Up to 12.8 GB/s memory bandwidth

HyperTransport technology for high speed I/O communication

• One 16-bit link up to 2000MHz
• Up to 8GB/s HyperTransport I/O bandwidth
• Up to 20.8GB/s total delivered processor-to-system bandwidth (HyperTransport bus + memory bus)

Large high performance on-chip cache

• 64KB Level 1 instruction cache per core
• 64KB Level 1 data cache per core
• Up to 1MB Level 2 cache per core

Cool'n'Quiet technology for quieter operation and reduced power requirements
Recognized in 2005 by the US Environmental Protection Agency for the advancement of energy efficient computer technology.

What's in the Box:
CPU, heatsink, fan, user guide.

Product Description

Advanced Mirco Devices - Athlon 64 X2 5600+ (64-bit, 2.8GHz Processor, 2MB total dedicated L2 cache, 2000MHz HyperTransport bus, AM2 only)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New price/performance leader for AMD versus Intel, April 13, 2007

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Christopher Wanko "-C" (Nutley, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5600+ 2.8 GHz Processor, Socket AM2 (Personal Computers)

An AMD Athlon X2 processor is a good idea for a system builder, because it offers two cores using a 64-bit architecture. A comparable CPU type might be the Intel Core 2 Duo processors, which are also two cores using a 64-bit architecture. Just recently, AMD price cuts have brought the costs of the AMD Athlon X2 5600+ CPUs under comparable Intel Core2 Duo E6400 CPUs. Even better, the AMD processor outperforms the Intel processor.

A quick perusal of the CPU charts at Tom's Hardware shows that the AMD Athlon X2 5600+ is now showing much faster than the Intel Core 2 Duo E6400, and with pricing being cheaper, is a clear performance value.

AMD systems offer, in general, a very good alternative to Intel-based machines. For systems builders, be they hobbyists or professionals, the recent price cuts are a good indication that AMD is going to compete in the short-term against Intel to preserve market share. AMD needs to retain its base until its new fabrication dies are being produced in volume, and with it quad-core CPUs to compete against Intel's offerings and once again try to wrest the performance crown from them.

What this means to end users like us is that you can get a more powerful CPU at a lower cost, which is always good. Be sure to get a retail version of any CPU you purchase, as they have longer warranty periods (three years as opposed to three months) and easier return processes.

-Fred

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent choice!, September 5, 2007

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Osiricat ">> By Osiricat" (Caracas, Venezuela) - See all my reviews

This review is from: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5600+ 2.8 GHz Processor, Socket AM2 (Personal Computers)

PROS:

2,8GHZ Core speed
1MB x 2 Cache
It's AMD!
Less expensive that Intel (and faster)
Core temp under 50°C with original fan

CONS:

NONE!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars CPU, August 12, 2009

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Frank "frank" (FL) - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core 5600+ 2.8 GHz Processor, Socket AM2 (Personal Computers)

I have a CPU for more than 2 years of rugged use, temperature, can not complain I'm happy with my AMD recommend + + +