here's another review on the new FX-53. all i can say is WOW! the chip's is just awesome but what struck me even more is the performance of it's little brother, the mobile 2500+ overclocked. makes me wish i bought a mobile instead. you'll see why. 
check it out here: FX-53 review
note:
currently @ Newegg
AMD Mobile Athlon XP 2500+ =$93
AMD Athlon 64 FX-53 =$850
check it out here: FX-53 review
note:
currently @ Newegg
AMD Mobile Athlon XP 2500+ =$93
AMD Athlon 64 FX-53 =$850