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Anyone knows if Socket 939 pin Athlon64 processor is available in India? When I asked a shop sales person he said only socket 754 pin cpu only is available :(
I am eager to buy a socket 939 pin Athlon64 and mostly 3000+
So any ideas please? Thanks.

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Short, practical checklist for the Socket 939 question (following up on and ): find out what you actually need, where to look, and what to watch for before spending money.

Socket differences and why they matter: Socket 939 CPUs use a dual‑channel DDR memory controller; Socket 754 parts use single‑channel DDR. That gives S939 boards generally higher memory bandwidth and a better upgrade path for desktop Athlon 64 parts (Socket 939, Socket_754). Use the socket information, not just the “3000+” label, when hunting parts—the same model number appeared in different sockets.

Practical steps to find one in India

  • Verify the exact CPU OPN/part number on any listing or box. Sellers sometimes list “3000+” without the socket.
  • Check motherboard vendor CPU‑support lists and BIOS notes before buying; some boards need a specific BIOS to recognize certain steppings.
  • Search local classifieds and hardware forums for used S939 CPUs and tested combo sales (CPU+board). Used parts are common for discontinued sockets.
  • Import only after comparing total landed cost (shipping, customs, courier handling, return shipping and no warranty). Cross‑border purchases often lack local warranty and can cost more than expected.

Buying advice and cautions

  • If immediate availability and warranty are priorities, a local boxed CPU or dealer-tested used combo is safest.
  • If the goal is an upgrade path and you can find a clean S939 board, that usually gives better long‑term value than staying on S754.
  • Inspect used CPUs for bent pins (pins are on the CPU for these AMD parts) and ask for a simple POST/bench test from the seller where possible.

This checklist should make it easier to decide whether to keep hunting locally, buy used, or import.

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I'm not entirely sure about the availability of one in India, but can you not import one from another country?

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I'm not entirely sure about the availability of one in India, but can you not import one from another country?

Well bloddy Custom tax is imposed which is huge compared to the price of the product :(
Damn these people are not dealing well here that I cant get enough info if socket 939 pin is available or not. If I am 100% sure that not even a single cpu is available in my city then I can go directly with socket 754 atleast . So anyone knows it please? Because I posted in this forum thinking if its Indian forum...

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