Any thoughts on the Single-Core AMD Athlon LE Processors???

[grss1982]

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Recently seen them appear on the shelves at an SM store.

Googled about them over the net and come up with this October X-bit article:

http://www.xbitlabs.com/news/cpu/dis...002100131.html

Excerpts:

Several stores across the world recently started to sell AMD Athlon LE-1600 and LE-1620 central processing units with 45W thermal design power and 1MB of secondary-level cache. The new chips use the same type of marking as most AMD processors launched in the second half of 2007 with the first units released being new dual-core Athlon X2 BE-2000 and single-core Sempron LE-1000-series.

The new AMD Athlon LE processors 1000-series will offer considerably higher performance due to higher clock-speed compared to AMD Sempron LE 1000-series chips, however, the new central processing units will still be considerably less speedy than dual-core offerings. Initially the fresh family will contain two solutions:

* Athlon LE-1620 (ADH1620IAA5DH): 2.4GHz frequency, 1MB L2 cache, Socket AM2, TDP=45W
* Athlon LE-1600 (ADH1600IAA5DH): 2.2GHz frequency, 1MB L2 cache, Socket AM2, TDP=45W

The LE-1600 was the only one I saw on sale though.

I was wondering why the overclocking crowd here in istorya isnt all over this thing yet. I mean does'nt the TDP on this processors just scream "overclockable?"

It's intriguing also to note that they come with 1MB L2 cache, which is 512k more than the cheaper by 300 pesos A64 3000+. IIRC, the LE-1600 was priced at P2,400+ while the A64 300+ was at P2,100+

Although customer reviews should'nt be taken seriously, I was astounded by what was posted over at newegg.com.

Some of the reviewers said:

** low energy usage, 1MB L2, low price

** This thing is great for a single core processor 1mb l2 cache. overclocks like a champ took mine straight to 2.8... then to 3.1 running orthos stable for 24+ hrs temps full load all fans set to low 37-40c. tops

** O.k. to those that understand the concept of overclocking, this will be beneficial: WOW! This thing overclocks like a MONSTER! Low wattage requirenment = low heat = more overclocking potential! Stock, this thing puts out a beefy 2.2GHz at 17 degrees C! Well, after a couple days messing with the settings and running it overnight (over 12 hours) and running 3DMax '06 (benchmarking program) it is now at a still-cool 37-40 degrees UNDER HEAVY LOAD!!... guess how fast it runs now? 3.2GHz and without even breaking a sweat!! WOW! 45% overclock on an OEM FAN/HEATSINK AND IT STILL RUNS COOL!! Did I mention that this is probably the best bang for the buck, PERIOD?

** low power consumption,easily overclocks(got mine to 2.55ghz and still just 38c under full load with stock hsf) low price

** Great overclocking potential. i have never experienced such a cool runnning processor it adled at 4C yes you are reasing correctly 4C with the stock heatsink and fan (with artic silver 5 though). i overclocked this processor to about 2.6 and idled at 13C and under full stress went up to about 20C. I think AMD means it when they say Quiet because you can't hear a thing coming from this processor.

With such claims I think it maybe worth considering it my main rig, since:

- I'm looking to lower my electricity consumption.

- I don't really do any heavy multi-tasking. Actually my definition of multi-tasking consists of browsing the net, watching videos, and downloading torrents all at the same time. That's it.

- I'm liking a silent P.C. ryt now.

The problem is most people might be turned off by its being a single core, especially with Dual and Quad Core's becoming all the rage nowadays.

[junixxx]

Bro if you can afford go for Athlon 64 x2.

[parts]

nindota gd ug reviews ani nga procie gd bro..?hehehe....pro much better pd nuon jd ang dual-core

as they always say "two heads are better than one..."<----just borrowed it from a member here in istorya,,i forgot who, though..

[teH_tHirD]

the target clients for this processor are those that do not want big electric bills.

i myself am waiting for intel's d201gly2 (d201gly is already available). mini-itx form factor with an embedded 1.2ghz celeron (yonah core) and easily uses under 50 (i mean REALLY under, probably as low as 25-30 depending on the peripherals and devices) watts on normal usage. but i suppose this(athlon LE) is also a good option, as it could be a faster proc, but i don't need high clock rate for a usually idle machine (downloads, internet surfing, instant messaging). i expect a price tag hovering the 3k mark.

amd are also releasing dtx form factor motherboards, it's like something in between a mini-itx and a micro-atx. that could be it's perfect match for a low-power AMD build. This Athlon LE could also revive outdated AMD motherboards and can now be used as a quiet media center/HTPC.

[alvanux]

I believe there are two types of overclockers: those who OC 'bang for buck' parts to be at par or even surpass stock mid end or even stock hi end parts; and those who feed the insatiable need for speed no matter what the cost.

... this is definitely an exciting news for the former type of overclockers; my next bang 4 buck rig would definitely have one of those running it

nice thread

[grss1982]

the target clients for this processor are those that do not want big electric bills.

i myself am waiting for intel's d201gly2 (d201gly is already available). mini-itx form factor with an embedded 1.2ghz celeron (yonah core) and easily uses under 50 (i mean REALLY under, probably as low as 25-30 depending on the peripherals and devices) watts on normal usage. but i suppose this is also a good option, as it could be a faster proc, but i don't need high clock rate for a usually idle machine (downloads, internet surfing, instant messaging). i expect a price tag hovering the 3k mark.

amd are also releasing dtx form factor motherboards, it's like something in between a mini-itx and a micro-atx. that could be it's perfect match for a low-power AMD build. This Athlon LE could also revive outdated AMD motherboards and can now be used as a quiet media center/HTPC.

Its actually sold a P2,400 at PCquickbuys. The processor I mean. Prices might drop in the near future, I hope.

[brown_dog]

probably atbang sa Core solo

[Chipmunk888]

@ grss

i have these LE models of AMD, both in Athlon and Sempron lines. i found them great for the buck. the performance is impresive. guess due to the cache the models have not to mention its low power consumption and low temp.

[teH_tHirD]

Its actually sold a P2,400 at PCquickbuys. The processor I mean. Prices might drop in the near future, I hope.

excuse me, are you saying d201gly2 is already sold here?! as far as i know d201gly is for sale already here in cebu.

EDIT: oh you meant the athlon le diay, hehehe.

[grss1982]

@ grss

i have these LE models of AMD, both in Athlon and Sempron lines. i found them great for the buck. the performance is impresive. guess due to the cache the models have not to mention its low power consumption and low temp.

@Chipmunk888: Then could this statement by the newegg customer be true then??

i overclocked this processor to about 2.6 and idled at 13C and under full stress went up to about 20C. I think AMD means it when they say Quiet because you can't hear a thing coming from this processor.

@teH_tHirD: I was referring to the LE-1600.