AMD Athlon 750
- Brand:
- AMD
- Form Factor:
- Desktop
- CPU Socket:
- FM2
- TDP:
- 65W
- iGPU:
- Discrete Graphics Card Required
- CPU Series:
- Athlon X4
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AMD Athlon 750 Review
AMD Athlon 750 desktop processor, 3.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz, 65W TDP, FM2 socket.
The AMD Athlon 750 is a Athlon processor from AMD's Athlon X4 lineup. It packs 4 core(s), running at 3.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz within a 65W power envelope, built for the FM2 platform. This is a legacy part carried in this catalog for buyers researching or maintaining older AMD systems rather than for new builds.
Performance and Architecture
With 4 cores, the AMD Athlon 750 runs at 3.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 4 ghz. Cache totals 4 MB L2. Its Discrete Graphics Card Required integrated graphics handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.
Platform and Compatibility
The AMD Athlon 750 uses the FM2 platform in a 65W envelope. It supports DDR3 memory across 2 channels (Up to 1866 MT/s).
Comparison to Alternatives
Within this catalog's Athlon listings, the AMD Athlon 750 sits alongside other Athlon X4 parts from the same generation, differentiated mainly by clock speed, core count, and TDP. It predates AMD's modern Ryzen lineup and should be evaluated against period-correct alternatives rather than current-generation chips.
Specifications
Identity
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Other |
| Codename | Athlon Legacy |
Segment and platform
| Market Segment | Desktop |
|---|---|
| Socket | FM2 |
| Socket Status | End of Life |
| Process Node | 28nm |
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Performance Cores | 4 |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 |
| Total Threads | 4 |
| SMT Enabled | No |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 3.4 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 4 GHz |
| Unlocked Multiplier | No |
Cache
| L2 Cache | 4 MB |
|---|
Power and thermal
| Base Power | 65 W |
|---|
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR3, 2-Channel, Up to 1866 MT/s |
|---|---|
| Memory Type | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
Graphics and AI
| Integrated Graphics | No |
|---|
Commercial
| Retail Availability | Boxed Retail |
|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| iGPU | Discrete Graphics Card Required |
| L2 Cache Total | 4 |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Best for
- Athlon platform upgrades or repairs
- Budget legacy builds
- Retro or compatibility-focused systems
Not for
- Modern gaming or productivity workloads
- New builds
- Power efficiency-focused systems
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the AMD Athlon 750?
The AMD Athlon 750 is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 4, Base Clock 3.4 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 4 GHz, L2 Cache 4, TDP 65W.
Will the AMD Athlon 750 work with my current setup?
The AMD Athlon 750 lists Socket is FM2. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the AMD Athlon 750 best suited to?
It suits athlon platform upgrades or repairs, budget legacy builds, retro or compatibility-focused systems.
What are the drawbacks of the AMD Athlon 750?
It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.