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AMD released its 4800+ dual core processor some time ago to compete with Intel's dual core processor line. Now AMD is releasing another competitor: the 3800+ X2. As its PR indicates, it is not targeted to be faster then the 4800+, but it was developed to compete with Intel's socket 820 2.8GHz processor. The reason for the development of a 3800+ X2 is for the consumer who cannot afford the high cost of the 4800+ X2, but still wants a dual core 64-bit AMD processor. TWL was able to get its hands on the processor for a week of testing, and with a few benchmarking tools, and a few games and applications, we gave the 3800+ a pretty good run-through The AMD 3800+ X2 marks the next process in the X2 lineup, as it enters the lineup "before" any of the currently released chips as a 2.0 Ghz part. Although it may not be obvious at first, this makes perfect sense, and promises to benefit AMD enthusiasts greatly. The 3800+ X2 offers "midrange-enthusiasts" the chance to experience the benefits of the X2 without the heavy price point of the higher-end chips. AMD intends this chip to compete against the Intel 820 and 830 parts. We will be taking a look at just how well the AMD fares against its Intel rival a bit later on, but first let's take a look at the specifications of the 3800+ X2. Specifications: AMD ATHLON 64 X2 3800+ PROCESSOR TECH SPECS:
Pricing: DUAL-CORE PRICING: CPU-z: Of course, being a newly released processor, CPU-Z will not recognize it, but will give you information about technology and support.
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