AMD Athlon II X2 255
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 2C / 4T
Clock: 3.1 - 3.1 GHz
Socket: AM3
TDP: 65W

AMD Athlon II X2 255
Cores
2C / 4T
Clock
3.1 - 3.1 GHz
Socket
AM3
TDP
65W
No price data available
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Overview
The AMD Athlon II X2 255 offers 2 cores and 4 threads. It drops into the AM3 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core. Clocks span 3.1GHz base to 3.1GHz boost. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 2 |
| Socket | AM3 |
| L3 Cache | 0 MB |
| Threads | 4 |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | K10 |
| Integrated Graphics | None |





