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AMD Athlon XP 2700+
A1C / 1T68WThoroughbred130nmEnd-of-life
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Full Specifications
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Total Cores1
Total Threads1
Base Clock2.17 GHz
BCLK / Multiplier166 MHz / 13.0xx
CodenameThoroughbred
MicroarchitectureThoroughbred-B
Process Node130nm
Die Size80.0 mm²
Transistors0.04 billion
Production StatusEnd-of-life
Market SegmentDesktop
Launch DateOct 1, 2002
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About This Product
The Athlon XP 2700+ is a single-core desktop processor from AMD's Athlon XP family, based on the Thoroughbred-B microarchitecture. Operating at 2.17 GHz with a 166 MHz BCLK, it offers 256 KB of L2 cache. This CPU is suitable for basic computing tasks and legacy systems, but its single-core design and older architecture limit performance for modern applications and gaming compared to contemporary dual-core processors.
Pros
- Compatible with Socket A motherboards
- Adequate for basic office tasks
- Low power consumption (68W TDP)
Cons
- Poor performance for modern applications
- Single-core architecture is outdated
- Integrated graphics dependent on chipset
