The current desktop market reflects an increased awareness of dual core processors, and the advantages these offer to all levels of computer users. Basic desktop users enjoy unparalleled multi-tasking, media aficionados receive ultra high-end encoding performance, and even gamers get near top-end performance with the promise of multi-threaded games in the future. The Athlon 64 X2 line is at the forefront of dual core technology, and while we've covered off the Athlon 64 X2 4800+ and 3800+ in previous reviews, the Athlon 64 X2 4600+ and 4200+ processors offer a more compelling mix of high-end performance and feature a more mainstream pricing structure.. Head on to Sharky Extreme to learn more about these two processors from AMD.



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