One motherboard, one processor, and one CPU Cooler
You can build a super PC. One FX processor will also be given free.
Reason for selling: investing in a new system
This motherboard and processor combination is quite popular because it could easily handle heavy tasks from the past. Detailed information is given below:
1. Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-880GM-USB3L
This is a Micro ATX motherboard based on the AMD 880G chipset.
Socket Support: It supports AM3+ and AM3 socket processors, allowing you to use Phenom II, Athlon II, or even next-generation FX series processors.
Memory: It has 2 DDR3 RAM slots supporting up to 32GB.
Graphics: It features built-in ATI Radeon HD 4250 graphics, sufficient for general tasks or light gaming.
Connectivity: Its specialty is USB 3.0 support, which offered much faster data transfer at the time.
2. Processor: AMD Phenom II X2 550
This is a dual-core processor based on the Callisto architecture.
Speed: It has a clock speed of 3.1 GHz and 6MB of L3 cache, which is very helpful for performance.
Unlocking Benefit: The biggest attraction of this processor is its Core Unlocking capability. In many cases, using the ACC (Advanced Clock Calibration) option from the motherboard's BIOS, the remaining 2 dormant cores could be unlocked, transforming it into a quad-core processor.
Special benefits of this combination:
Budget-Friendly: It was the best choice for those looking for good performance on a low budget.
Upgrade Potential: Due to the AM3+ socket, you can install a better processor (e.g., FX-6300) later.
Durability: Thanks to Gigabyte's Ultra Durable technology, these motherboards are long-lasting.