is this a new cpu? don't seem to find much about it

[sixzero]

Hi there,

I am considering buying this CPU:

AMD Athlon 64 X2 5050e Brisbane 2.6GHz 2 x 512KB L2 Cache Socket AM2 45W Dual-Core Processor

but I cannot find much about it to reassure me that it is a good one. Is it that new? I like the fact it is brisbane 65nm but with only 45W power rating. For just basic computer use and some ripping occasionally, I think it should fit the bill (may actually be event too much?)

It would be great if some of you can could give me some comments about this cpu. Thanks

[01Lude]

I've been searching for info on this as well.

It is new; I was wondering if this would run much cooler and therefore perform better than other K8's at the same clock speed. From what I read, Brisbane should do ~3.2 on air and at 45w TDP, that should make it a viable choice. If it's similar to the 4850e, then we can probably rely on reviews and info regarding that chip as well:

http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/....php?p=3419889

I'm looking for an excuse to go AMD, but it's becoming very hard to justify it.

[demonkevy666]

you can except a pretty good clock form it. 3.0-3.3ghz.

[sixzero]

After doing more reading and searching forums and websites, I have decided to go with the 5050e. The 4850e seems like a good cpu and the 5050e should not be any different.
At that time, I am not interested in OC but little I read on the subject seems to indicate that folks are getting 3.0 and higher without too much trouble. True or false statements, I don't know.

[Morais]

Show us your results after playing some with it please

[sixzero]

Hi Morais,

I know people on this forum are big time overclockers but I do not intend to do this. It must be fun though!
I am not a gamer and I suspect that the CPU I chose is going to be under-utilized so OC probably won't offer me much other than the satisfaction to play with system.

I can't wait until I put the system together!