AMD Rolls Out New Dual-Core Processors for Embedded Device Market

Sunnyvale, California-based Advanced Micro Devices has just announced the expansion of its processor portfolio with the introduction of two new, dual-core chips designed for the ASB1 BGA embedded client platform. Featuring a low TDP of just 18W, the new Turion Neo X2 model L625 and Athlon Neo X2 model L325 have been designed to provide PC-like performance in a smaller, lower-power package, like the embedded-friendly ball grid array (BGA) package. “We are committed to helping simplify the development cycle for our embedded customers with a platform that readily addresses the shifting needs of their markets,” said Buddy Broeker, director, Embedded Computing Solutions Division, AMD. “Systems such as digital signage, point of sale, and thin clients require PC-class performance and a rich graphics...

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AMD Finally Rolls Out the 3.4GHz Phenom II X4 965 BE

Sunnyvale, California-based Advanced Micro Devices, the world's second largest vendor of computer processors, has announced today the launch of its latest desktop computer processor, part of the company's growing line of Phenom II CPUs. The highly anticipated Phenom II X4 965 is part of the chip maker's Black Edition series of high-performance processors, meaning that it has been designed as a choice for computer enthusiasts and gamers, providing them with an increased clock speed and the same features as the company's previous flagship model, the Phenom II X4 955.The launch of the new CPU has been expected for some time now, as the model has been leaked on the Internet on several occasions, making an appearance in various AMD product roadmaps or other sources. As far as technical specifications...

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Six-Core 'Thuban' Desktop Processors Confirmed for 2010

Early this month, Advanced Micro Devices, the world's second largest vendor of computer processors and Intel's biggest rival, was rumored to be planning the expansion of its Phenom II lineup with the introduction of a new six-core processor that would be based on the chip maker's 'Istanbul' server chip. On that note, the company recently confirmed these plans, saying that said chip, which is currently codenamed 'Thuban', would be part of its enthusiast desktop lineup, due out sometime next year. Thuban is expected to provide enthusiasts with a significant performance boost over the company's current generation of processors, featuring a quad-core architecture. However, the specific details on said processor are rather scarce, at this time. The chip is expected to provide compatibility with...

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Intel’s new Gulftown i7-980X CPU reviews well

Intel cut loose some benchmarking samples of their new, top of the line CPU, the i7-980X Extreme Edition. This is not a CPU intended for the causal use, but rather aim directly at the gaming market. MSRP for the CPU all by itself is a jaw-dropping $999, and rumors are already circulating that the OEMs are already looking at coming out with systems that utilize the new processors. The reviews are looking good too. There’s just one little problem. There’s no software out there that can really take advantage of the new processor threading yet. See, the i7-980X supports up to 6 cores, which means it’s a multi-threading monster, but if the software...

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Intel develops new chip to improve cloud computing

Intel, the computer chip manufacturing company, recently announced the development of the Xeon 5600 chip that it hopes will make cloud computing faster and more secure for organizations looking for a reliable option as they move into cloud computing. The company reports that the 5600 is 60 percent faster than the 5500 that it released in March 2009.The company expects to develop more hardware aimed at improving cloud computing over the next five years, but it believes that the 5600 will remain a viable option for less sensitive cloud computing systems even as companies release newer technologies in the future."The Intel Xeon Processor 5600 series...

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