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AMD ADA4800CDBOX Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Socket 939 Processor

Name: AMD ADA4800CDBOX Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Socket 939 Processor
Brand: AMD
SKU: ADA4800CDBOX

79921259251W

Dual-Core Performance for Enhanced ComputingThe AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Processor delivers efficient dual-core performance for desktop computing. Designed for Socket 939, this processor provides a balance of speed and reliability for a variety of tasks.

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Overview

Dual-Core Performance for Enhanced Computing

The AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ Processor delivers efficient dual-core performance for desktop computing. Designed for Socket 939, this processor provides a balance of speed and reliability for a variety of tasks.

Key Features

Item Package Dimension: 7.70078739372L x 5.79921259251W x 3.29921259506H inches

Item Package Weight - 1.5500260716696 Pounds

Item Package Quantity - 1

Product Type - COMPUTER PROCESSOR

Specifications

Brand

AMD

Model

Athlon 64 X2 4800+

Socket Type

Socket 939

Product Type

COMPUTER PROCESSOR

Package Quantity

Item Package Weight

1.5500260716696 Pounds

Item Package Dimensions

7.70078739372L x 5.79921259251W x 3.29921259506H inches

Frequently Asked Questions

What socket type does the AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ processor use?

The AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ processor is designed for the Socket 939 platform.

What type of processor is this?

This is a computer processor, specifically an AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800+ model.

Is this a single-core or multi-core processor?

The "X2" in its name indicates that it is a dual-core processor, offering enhanced multitasking capabilities.

What are the package dimensions and weight for this processor?

The item package dimensions are approximately 7.7L x 5.8W x 3.3H inches, and the package weighs about 1.55 pounds.

Does the product typically come with a cooler in this packaging?

The "CDBOX" designation usually indicates a retail boxed product, which traditionally includes a CPU cooler for installation.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Features the Athlon 64 X2 4800+ dual-core processor, offering improved multitasking performance compared to single-core CPUs.
Designed for the Socket 939 platform, making it a compatible upgrade option for existing systems with this socket.
Comes as a complete retail package ("CDBOX"), typically including a cooler for out-of-the-box installation.
Represents a legacy high-end option for the Socket 939 era, capable of handling contemporary applications from its release period.
The CPU is manufactured by AMD, a long-standing and respected brand in processor development.

👎 Cons

As an older generation processor, the Athlon 64 X2 4800+ will not match the performance of modern CPUs for demanding tasks.
The Socket 939 platform is obsolete, limiting upgrade paths and compatibility with current motherboards and RAM technologies.
Power consumption and heat generation may be higher compared to newer, more efficient processor architectures.
The specified package dimensions and weight are for the retail box, not the CPU itself, making precise physical sizing unknown.
Finding compatible modern components like RAM or graphics cards for a Socket 939 system could be challenging.