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AMD slashes prices of Phenom X3 CPUs
AMD has cut the prices of the triple-core Phenom X3 CPUs - the second price cut in two weeks.
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AMD has cut the prices of the triple-core Phenom X3 CPUs - the second price cut in two weeks.
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- X3 8450 - Now: $104 | Was: $125
- X3 8650 - Now: $119 | Was: $145
- X3 8750 - Now: $129 | Was: $175
Also announced is a new X3 8750 Black Edition (overclocking friendly), which is priced at $134.
These new price cuts make the X3's a pretty sweet bargain.