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AMD Athlon XP 2100+ , 1.73 GHz (AXP2100BOX) ProcessorThe AMD Athlon XP processor with QuantiSpeed architecture powers the next generation in computing platforms, delivering extra performance...
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The AMD Athlon XP processor with QuantiSpeed architecture powers the next generation in computing platforms, delivering extra performance for cutting-edge applications and an extraordinary computing experience. The AMD Athlon XP processor is the latest member of the AMD Athlon family of processors designed to meet the computation-intensive requirements of cutting-edge software applications running on high-performance desktop systems. ??AMD delivers tremendous performance by increasing the amount of work done per clock cycle and improving the operating frequency at the same time. The end result is a processor design that produces a high volume of work done per cycle and high operating frequencies - an optimum combination for compelling application performance.
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4 Reviews from Shopping.com
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Incredible speeds come at a price......heat!
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Pros: Handles heavy loads, real fast, CAN be overclocked.
Cons: Overheating!!
The Bottom Line:
The 2100+ is a great product from Athlon which, for me, sadly suffers from an overheating problem.
While building my computer, and selecting a processor, I went with an AMD since in the past I have always had Intel's and I was craving a change. Never had problems with Intel, but I had heard amazing things about AMD, so I thought I would see what all the talk was about.
After getting the computer up and running and installing some great online games (CounterStrike and the demo to Battlefield 1942), I began to have problems with the computer shutting down in the middle of these online games, which obviously require a lot of work from the processor. So I quickly picked up a $25 Fan for my processor (the Volcano 7, I would recommend it!) and attached that, which was a huge pain. The fan has done wonders, but even with it, after playing for a few (ok, I admit, 5 hours of Battlefield online) I overheated again and had to let my computer cool down. I am sure it doesn't help that I live in a dorm which averages around 90 degrees all the time.
But even with this problem, I have enjoyed the incredible speed of my AMD Athlon XP 2100+. I've read other reviews on different sites that say you can Overclock an AMD to around 2.1Ghz (the 2100+ normally runs at 1.73Ghz). I have yet to try this, and am not sure I will due to my overheating problem, but it would definitely be cool to try. Still, the processor has handled various heavy work loads with ease and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another AMD, although I would definitely look toward getting a case with more than 1 CPU fan and an extra Processor fan is a must.
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