Compare Intel Pentium® D 820, 2.8 GHz (BX80551PG2800FN) Boxed Processor to AMD PHENOM II 4X Z965 AM3 BLACK ED Phenom II X4, 3.4 GHz (HDZ965FBGMBOX) Retail Processor

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Intel Pentium D 820

Intel Pentium® D 820, 2.8 GHz (BX80551PG2800FN) Boxed Processor

AMD Phenom II X4 965

AMD PHENOM II 4X Z965 AM3 BLACK ED Phenom II X4, 3.4 GHz (HDZ965FBGMBOX) Retail Processor

From $119.95  |  1 store
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Product Description
Whether performing video editing, playing graphic intensive games or running multiple background tasks simultaneously, users today have high expectations for their PC performance with little... More
Whether performing video editing, playing graphic intensive games or running multiple background tasks simultaneously, users today have high expectations for their PC performance with little tolerance for degradation in experience. For people who run multiple demanding applications simultaneously, the Intel® Pentium® D processor is Intel's preferred desktop processor. Because it is powered by two execution cores in one processor it offers exceptional functionality and performance so consumers get the most productivity and enjoyment from their PCs when one or more people are running multiple applications at the same time. Less
Unbeatable multi-core value with AMD Phenom II processors. They deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience for high definition entertainment, advanced multitasking performance, and power-saving... More
Unbeatable multi-core value with AMD Phenom II processors. They deliver The Ultimate Visual Experience for high definition entertainment, advanced multitasking performance, and power-saving innovations for smaller, cooler machines that are energy efficient. Less
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Key Features   
Clock Speed 2.8 GHz 3.4 GHz
Package Type Intel Boxed Retail
Architecture 90 nanometers 45 nanometers
Socket Type   Socket LGA775 Socket AM3
Product Type Processor Processor
Bus Speed 800 MHz 667 MHz
Processor Type Pentium D Phenom II X4
Processor   
Processor Number 820 965
Processor Type   Pentium D Phenom II X4
Clock Speed   2.8 GHz 3.4 GHz
Manufacturer Intel AMD
Product Type   Processor Processor
Memory   
L2 Cache Size 2 MB 524.29 KB
L1 Cache Size   - 131.07 KB
L3 Cache Size   - 6291456 KB
Other Features   
Package Qty. 1 1
Platform   PC PC
Compatible Chipsets Intel 955X Express • Intel 945G Express • Intel 945P Express • Intel E7230 • Intel 975X Express -
Processor Features Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T) • Execute Disable Bit • Dual Core -
Brand Intel AMD
Miscellaneous   
UPC 675900691582 730143267137
Recommended Use - Multi Processor Server Applications
Product ID 24713264 90965735
Product MPN   
MPN BX80551PG2800FN HDZ965FBGMBOX
 
Consumer Reviews
Intel Pentium D 820
Intel Pentium® D 820, 2.8 GHz (BX80551PG2800FN) Boxed...
From $119.95
AMD Phenom II X4 965
AMD PHENOM II 4X Z965 AM3 BLACK ED Phenom II X4, 3.4 GHz...
From $109.99

Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Half kookoo, half crazy

byg_notorious Jul 14, 2006
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Excellent for applications that use dual processing (MPEG Encoding), heat management,...
Cons Not many games support dual core...yet, becomes unstable if overclocked
Recommended it? Yes

If you're looking for a cheap, fast, modern processor, then this entry level revision of the Pentium D processor is for you. The power of dual core will unleash the true capabilities, of your applications, making your work, or gaming more efficient. There will be no more slacking off while using... Read full review »

1

Actually, it overclocks very well!

bydoc_cls Nov 29, 2006
4 Helpfuls 5 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros fast
Cons needs well thought-out cooling
Recommended it? Yes

With a simple Swiftech water cooling rig, i'm currently running mine 24/7 at 3.6GHz, not getting over 45-deg C with both cores occupied 100% on video-encoding tasks. i'm using an Asus P5LD2 MB, and i've cranked the core and memory voltages a bit (Corsair memory is running 1:1 with the FSB), but... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
5 stars
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1 star
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
  • None Yet

Consumer Reviews

rgathright
548

The AMD Phenom II 4x 965 packs a punch with 3.4Ghz of gaming power!

byrgathright Nov 22, 2010
28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quad core at 3.4Ghz, unlocked cpu multiplier, DDR3 memory capable, overclock to 4.1Ghz on...
Cons AMD 965 Black Edition was discontinued in January of 2010
Recommended it? Yes

During the winter of 2010, I am building a large polycrystalline solar panel array and needed a computer to control the system.  For its reliability and ability to adjust multiplier speed, I choose the AMD Phenom II 4x 965 processor.  The ASUS m4a785 M has given me the ability to offer... Read full review »

devinwred
11

FAST FAST FAST great product

bydevinwred Apr 8, 2010
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Fast, Powerful, Reliable Performance
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? Yes

This processor is so fast it is great. I have never overclocked it because I haven't needed to it is so fast I only run about 10-20% when playing a blu-ray disk. Love It!!!!! Read full review »

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