Testseek.com have collected 57 expert reviews of the AMD Phenom 2 X6 1055T 2.8Ghz Socket AM3 and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for AMD Phenom 2 X6 1055T 2.8Ghz Socket AM3.
September 2010
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The editors liked
Six Core
Turbo CORE Ability
High Overclockability
Phenom Quality
9MB Total Cache
AM2/3 Compatability
Six physical cores
Lots of computing power in multithreaded applications
Turbo Core implementation
Compatibility with older chipsets
Low operating temperatures
Overclocking potential
The editors didn't like
None
Price somewhat higher than Core i5 750
Not the best choice for hardcore gamers
Slower than i5 750 or Phenom II X4 965 when just few cores are used
Abstract: In heavily multi-threaded applications, the two extra cores in the AMD processors really make the difference. In lightly-threaded applications the winner jumps back and forth. However, for the enthusiast..
Abstract: So this is value at its absolute best. But seriously, it's time for AMD to stop following Intel, and start to lead. AMD's processors need some sort of hyper threading embedded and make a move to larger..
Abstract: AMD just opened a new era - affordable sixcore CPUs for everyone. Whereas Intel keeps the overall performance crown (in fact, also stays king of the hill in most individual benchmarks), they also command a hefty price premium. Whereas, when you look at bang for the buck or the fastest cpu in..
The Phenom II X6 is an interesting proposition as it's meant to provide heavy multi-tasking performance on a budget. Starting with the Phenom II X6 1090T, this processor can be matched to the Core i7 930 processor as they are both priced around the $3...
Abstract: A very smart man once told me that absolute performance doesn’t matter, it’s performance at a given price point that makes a product successful. While AMD hasn’t held the absolute performance crown for several years now, that doesn’t mean the company’...
Abstract: One of the most impressive areas of the Phenom II X6 is the thermal performance of the processor. AMD has kept the TDP at 125W on these six-core processors and the thermals are impressive. With our XIGMATEK HDT-S1283 CPU cooler we were seeing 24C idle temperatures..
I believe no one will deny that Stars (K10.5) microarchitecture used in contemporary AMD processors has become pretty obsolete and is inferior to Nehalem microarchitecture in many aspects. However, it doesn’t mean that AMD can’t roll out up-to-date sol...
Performance wise we were hoping to see a little more out of the new AMD Phenom II X6 processors. Although the Core i7 980 XE already proved that most applications and games are not ready for six dedicated cores, it was still for the most part faster th...
Frankly, AMD have done an ACE job with these new processors. The results really do speak for themselves. In applications that utilize more than four threads, the new Phenom II X6 is generally a phenomenal performer, leaving the Phenom II X4's in the du...
Six cores, automatic overclocking, inexpensive, runs relatively cool, can be run on AM2+ motherboards
Not an unlocked CPU (you can't overclock by changing the clock multiplier)
AMD's Phenom II X6 1055T is one of the best value for money propositions on the market. It's a true six-core CPU that can be found for around $230 from online stores and we heartily recommend it if you want to build yourself a fast PC without spending an...
