AMD Introduces Next Generation AMD Athlon\u2122 II Processor, Adds Dual Core to Record-Setting AMD Phenom\u2122 II Processor Lineup<\/p>\n
? AMD Athlon\u2122 II processor delivers new native dual-core architecture, efficient 45nm technology and 3 GHz performance at an affordable price ?
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\n? AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 Black Edition processor combines value and unlocked potential for gamers and tuners on a budget ?<\/p>\n
Sydney, Australia\u2014 June 3, 2009 \u2014 Bringing its acclaimed 45nm technology to new high-volume processor designs, AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced two new dual-core desktop processors. Building on 10 years of AMD Athlon\u2122 processor innovation, the new 45nm AMD Athlon\u2122 II X2 250 processor gives mainstream consumers exceptional performance, efficiency and value. For enthusiasts and overclockers, AMD also announces the AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 550 Black Edition processor, the first ever dual-core AMD Phenom II CPU.* With this latest addition to the AMD Phenom II processor family, users can now experience the power of AMD platform technology, codenamed \u201cDragon,\u201d with dual-, triple- and quad-core configurations.<\/p>\n
AMD Athlon II X2 Processor Details
\n\u2022The AMD Athlon II X2 250 performs exceptionally well when combined with AMD chipsets and integrated graphics solutions to create an all-AMD platform.\u00a0 Platforms featuring all-AMD technology can deliver up to twice the graphics performance of those with Intel integrated graphics.\u00b9
\n\u2022Windows\u00ae 7 is optimized for multi-core processors like AMD Athlon\u2122 II processors to give consumers an amazingly fast, simple and engaging PC experience.** For example, Windows 7 is tuned to make the most of the these new processors\u2019 power management features, such as AMD PowerNow!\u2122 3.0 technology. AMD power management technologies, in combination with Windows 7, can help OEMs and partners to build exceptionally green, cool and quiet PCs.
\n\u2022Based on AMD\u2019s acclaimed 45nm process technology,\u00a0 the AMD Athlon II dual-core processor has a TDP of 65W\u00a0 and\u00a0 can slash power consumption by up to 50 percent when doing basic tasks, up to 40 percent when running heavy workloads and up to 50 percent when at idle.\u00b2<\/p>\n
AMD Phenom II X2 550 Black Edition Details
\n\u2022AMD Black Edition processors, like the AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 550, help users to take control and unleash the maximum potential of Dragon platform technology\u2019s unprecedented performance tuning capabilities.* The same massive headroom that set world records in recent months is at users\u2019 finger tips, offering impressive performance at a price the competition can\u2019t beat.\u00b3
\n\u2022Users can also maximize their overclocking experience by utilizing the new features and capabilities of AMD OverDrive\u2122 3.0, designed to enable quick and effective tuning of their PC experience for optimal performance.*
\n\u2022With dual-, triple- or quad-core processors, AMD provides platform level solutions at multiple price points, each of which exceeds expectations for virtually any user<\/p>\n
Product and Pricing Summary Other Resources: About AMD AMD Introduces Next Generation AMD Athlon\u2122 II Processor, Adds Dual Core to Record-Setting AMD Phenom\u2122 II Processor Lineup ? AMD Athlon\u2122 II processor delivers new native dual-core architecture, efficient 45nm technology and 3 GHz performance at an affordable price ? \u00a0 ? AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 Black Edition processor combines value and unlocked potential for<\/p>\n
\nVendor:AMD
\nModel:AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 550 Black Edition
\n\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 AMD Athlon\u2122 II X2 250 Processor
\nRRP for AMD Phenom\u2122 II X2 550 Black Edition: A$149, NZ$185
\nRRP for AMD Athlon\u2122 II X2 250: A$119, NZ$149
\nWebsite: http:\/\/www.amd.com<\/a>
\nAustralia and New Zealand Distributors:\u00a0 Avnet, Synnex and Ingram
\nAvailability: Now<\/p>\n
\n\u2022Press looking for more information on AMD Athlon II X2 250 and AMD Phenom II X2 550 Black Edition, click here.
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\n\u2022Find out more about Dragon platform technology and see it in action.
\n\u2022Check out all of AMD\u2019s processors and get more information here.
\n\u2022Follow AMD desktop updates on Twitter: @AMDDesktop.
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\nAdvanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is an innovative technology company dedicated to collaborating with customers and technology partners to ignite the next generation of computing and graphics solutions at work, home and play. For more information, visit http:\/\/www.amd.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"