Intel will soon launch its fastest dual-core to date, the Core 2 Duo E8700 clocked at 3.5GHz. €259 in Belgium
Many of these 45nm parts will end up overclocked, and we're sure gamers will appreciate them. The price however, is another issue. At €259 the E8700 is no bargain, and you can get a pretty good quad core for less. It's still the highest clocked Intel desktop CPU out there, and this fact alone means it's worth mentioning. Like the E8600, the 3.5GHz E8700 has a 1333MHz FSB, 6MB L2-cache and has a rather good 65W TDP.
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Phenom II X4 950 at 3.1GHz to rise in Q2
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AMD officially announced its 45nm processor Phenom II Series on January 8th, and there were only two models of CPU at that time, that is Phenom II X4 920 of 2.8 GHz and Phenom II X4 940 of 3.0GHz
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Expected to be released in Q2 this year, Phenom II X4 950 only offers 100MHz higher clock (improved from 3.0GHz to 3.1GHz). The other specs of Phenom II X4 950 are the same as that of Phenom II X4 920/940: 8MB total cache, 125W TDP and Socket AM2+. For now, the M.S.R.P of Phenom II X4 940 is $275. Considering changes of market condition, Phenom II X4 950 should be priced lower when it actually reaches store.
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.Expected to be released in Q2 this year, Phenom II X4 950 only offers 100MHz higher clock (improved from 3.0GHz to 3.1GHz). The other specs of Phenom II X4 950 are the same as that of Phenom II X4 920/940: 8MB total cache, 125W TDP and Socket AM2+. For now, the M.S.R.P of Phenom II X4 940 is $275. Considering changes of market condition, Phenom II X4 950 should be priced lower when it actually reaches store.
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Intel Core 2 Duo at 3.5 GHz priced at 260 Euro
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The recently-revealed Core 2 Duo E8700 has actually become available in one belgian store. Clocked at 3.5 GHz, the dual-core LGA775 processor is priced at 259,90 Euro, some 25 Euro higher than the 3.33 GHz E8600. The E8700 is listed as 'out of stock' but that's to be expected as Intel will likely want to start shipping it closer to the debut of AMD's first AM3 quad-, tri- and dual-core processors.
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CPU cooler from Prolimatech
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The cpu cooler comes from a company called Prolimatech and it’s avaiable in Europe, selling for 59.90EUR.This cooler features dual-tower design and six 6mm heat sinks. Total size is 130×74x158.7mm and weight of 790g, it doesn’t come with a fan but you can install a fan with 57CFM of airflow.
Pics via: [Caseking.de]
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AMD's Phenom II at 6.5GHz, smash 3DMark record
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A team of hardcore speed freaks with access to liquid nitrogen and liquid helium created an environment for OC'ing one of AMD's latest Phenom II X4 chips in -232 degrees Celsius weather. Once the silicon was appropriately chilled, they proceeded to push the clock speed to a staggering 6.5GHz, which proved nimble enough to deliver a patently absurd 45,474 3DMark05 score.The adoring public was there to bear witness, and every nail-biting second of it is hosted up in the video just past the break.
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Intel Core 2 Duo E7300 VS. AMD Athlon X2 7750
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Kuma, 2.7GHz, 200MHz FSB, 13.5x multiplier, each core 64K L1 instruction Cache and 64K L1 data Cache, 2×512KB L2 cache, 2MB L3 cache and it supports SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A and X86-64. In AthlonX2 7750 black edition reviewed we contrasted its performances with Athlon X2 5400＋ black edition and it really improved a lot.
Currently, Core 2 Duo E7300 is about 110$ while Athlon X2 7750 is about 70$.AMD 790GX is about 85$ while NVIDIA MCP7A is about 100$.
Athlon X2 7750 black edition
Core 2 Duo E7300
PCMark Vantage focuses on the whole performances of the system and E7300 is a little better.
Athlon X2 7750 system is much better than E7300 system.
E7300 is about 110$ while Athlon X2 7750 black edition is about 70$, then the AMD system can save about 30$. The price of the 790GX is about 85$ while MCP7A is about 100$, and then AMD system can save other 15$.
The price and performance of Athlon X2 7750 black edition+790GX are both good
via:.hardspell.com read full article here
Currently, Core 2 Duo E7300 is about 110$ while Athlon X2 7750 is about 70$.AMD 790GX is about 85$ while NVIDIA MCP7A is about 100$.
Athlon X2 7750 black edition
Core 2 Duo E7300
PCMark Vantage focuses on the whole performances of the system and E7300 is a little better.
Athlon X2 7750 system is much better than E7300 system.
E7300 is about 110$ while Athlon X2 7750 black edition is about 70$, then the AMD system can save about 30$. The price of the 790GX is about 85$ while MCP7A is about 100$, and then AMD system can save other 15$.
The price and performance of Athlon X2 7750 black edition+790GX are both good
via:.hardspell.com read full article here
AMD Phenom II pricing
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It's been about a week since AMD officially launched its new family of CPUs: the Phenom II, so we thought we'd have a look at UK pricing and availability.
Unable to compete with Intel in the upper echelons of CPU performance, AMD is focusing on price/performance as one of the key selling points of its CPUs. As a consequence it's vital that its new Phenom II processors are priced competitively.
In the table below two new AMD CPUs cost at a selection of UK etailers. As their worth will inevitably be assessed in comparison to equivalently priced Intel processors, we've included three of those too.
source: hexus.net
Unable to compete with Intel in the upper echelons of CPU performance, AMD is focusing on price/performance as one of the key selling points of its CPUs. As a consequence it's vital that its new Phenom II processors are priced competitively.
In the table below two new AMD CPUs cost at a selection of UK etailers. As their worth will inevitably be assessed in comparison to equivalently priced Intel processors, we've included three of those too.
| etailer | Product | Availability | Price (inc. VAT) |
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| SCAN.co.uk | Phenom II X4 940 BE | In stock | £220.73 |
| Phenom II X4 920 | In stock | £189.74 | |
| Core i7 920 | In stock | £240.55 | |
| Q9400 | Pre-order | £195.47 | |
| Q8300 | In stock | £183.99 | |
| ebuyer.com | Phenom II X4 940 BE | In stock | £229.99 |
| Phenom II X4 920 | In stock | £197.95 | |
| Core i7 920 | In stock | £239.99 | |
| Q9400 | In stock | £225.95 | |
| Q8300 | Not listed | - | |
| dabs.com | Phenom II X4 940 BE | In stock | £218.76 |
| Phenom II X4 920 | In stock | £186.24 | |
| Core i7 920 | In stock | £239.99 | |
| Q9400 | Not listed | £202.16 | |
| Q8300 | Not listed | £183.99 | |
| yoyotech.co.uk | Phenom II X4 940 BE | In stock | £230.23 |
| Phenom II X4 920 | In stock | £196.08 | |
| Core i7 920 | In stock | £243.98 | |
| Q9400 | In stock | £209.45 |
source: hexus.net
Intel's CULV to come in Q2
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Vendors expect to ship 10 million units this year
Intel's new platform for thin and light ultraportables should appear as early as Q2 2009, according to Digitimes. The new platform, dubbed CULV for consumer ultra-low voltage, is a tweaked ULV Core series architecture, designed to take on AMD's Neo platform.
According to reports, the top three notebook vendors are working on CULV based products, and expect to sell as many as 10 million CULV based units before the end of the year. As the platform is scheduled for launch in Q2, this is quite an impressive number, but the $699-899 price tag of upcoming CULV notebooks is quite tempting.
Intel apparently plans to divide the notebook market into four segments. Everything above 12.1-inches will be traditional notebooks, it will have a Atom netbook segment, Menlow MID segment and the new, thin and light 11 to 13.3-inch market segment.
Intel's CULV platform should fill the gap between Atom based netbooks and ultraportables, or even classic 12.1-inch machines, mainly due to its competitive pricing. Intel's decision not to allow Atoms in machines over 10 inches also makes sense, as it would hurt its own upcoming platform and further lower the average selling price of its mobile CPUs.
AMD launched its Neo platform on CES, and at least on paper it is in the lead, but we have still to see actual product announcements or any word from AMD on the number of design wins. When Puma was launched some six months ago, AMD boasted 90+ design wins at launch day, and we all know Puma didn't manage to make much of an impact on the market. The only Neo based machine announced so far is HP's Pavilion DV2, which should be available in April.
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Intel's new platform for thin and light ultraportables should appear as early as Q2 2009, according to Digitimes. The new platform, dubbed CULV for consumer ultra-low voltage, is a tweaked ULV Core series architecture, designed to take on AMD's Neo platform.
According to reports, the top three notebook vendors are working on CULV based products, and expect to sell as many as 10 million CULV based units before the end of the year. As the platform is scheduled for launch in Q2, this is quite an impressive number, but the $699-899 price tag of upcoming CULV notebooks is quite tempting.
Intel apparently plans to divide the notebook market into four segments. Everything above 12.1-inches will be traditional notebooks, it will have a Atom netbook segment, Menlow MID segment and the new, thin and light 11 to 13.3-inch market segment.
Intel's CULV platform should fill the gap between Atom based netbooks and ultraportables, or even classic 12.1-inch machines, mainly due to its competitive pricing. Intel's decision not to allow Atoms in machines over 10 inches also makes sense, as it would hurt its own upcoming platform and further lower the average selling price of its mobile CPUs.
AMD launched its Neo platform on CES, and at least on paper it is in the lead, but we have still to see actual product announcements or any word from AMD on the number of design wins. When Puma was launched some six months ago, AMD boasted 90+ design wins at launch day, and we all know Puma didn't manage to make much of an impact on the market. The only Neo based machine announced so far is HP's Pavilion DV2, which should be available in April.
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Intel's new release: Core 2 Quad Q7500
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Intel is planning to fight back against AMD not only with price cuts but also with a new release, that of the Core 2 Quad Q7500. Made using the 45nm process, the Core 2 Quad Q7500 has a working frequency of 2.6 GHz, a TDP of 65W, a FSB of 800MHz and just 2MB of L2 cache, half the size of Q8000 series models and six times less than the Q9x50s.
The L2 cache size is small, the Q7500 may end up a very attractive part depending on its price tag which should be under $150. There's no info on its release date though so we'll have to wait for Intel to make a move.
The L2 cache size is small, the Q7500 may end up a very attractive part depending on its price tag which should be under $150. There's no info on its release date though so we'll have to wait for Intel to make a move.
AMD 3.1 GHz Phenom II for Q2
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AMD will have a busy year, following the release of two 45nm desktop CPUs, the Phenom II X4 940 BE and X4 920, it will also introduce the first DDR3-supporting Phenoms - six starting February. Following the initial AM3 roll-out, in Q2 AMD is expected to up the ante and put more pressure on Intel's Core 2 Quads with the release of the Phenom II X4 950, an AM3 CPU that will be clocked at 3.1 GHz, 100 MHz more than the X4 940 and 945.
Likely to be priced close around the $300 mark, the Phenom II X4 950 will have a dual-channel DDR3-1333 integrated memory controller, 6MB of L3 cache and a TDP of 125W. The 950 certainly won't get AMD much closer to the performance crown but it should give us an alternative to Intel's Q9650.
Likely to be priced close around the $300 mark, the Phenom II X4 950 will have a dual-channel DDR3-1333 integrated memory controller, 6MB of L3 cache and a TDP of 125W. The 950 certainly won't get AMD much closer to the performance crown but it should give us an alternative to Intel's Q9650.
AMD delivers Sempron 210U and 200U CPUs
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AMD has now introduced two new processors , the Sempron 210U and 200U. Featuring a lidless Ball Grid Array packaging, the two new low-power 65nm CPUs are set to be used for anything from enterprise-class thin client systems to point of sale kiosks, digital signage and more.
"These new lidless BGA packaged processors can help customers significantly shrink their embedded design into new smaller, flatter form factors without having to sacrifice any computing performance," said Buddy Broeker, director, Embedded Product Marketing, AMD. "Retail touch screens, self-service kiosks and digital signage are a growing part of the consumer experience and thin client computing continues to play a strong role in helping businesses become more efficient. These new processor features will help our customers stay on the cutting edge of embedded system design."
Specifications: the Sempron 210U and 200U have 256kB of L2 cache, integrated DDR2 memory controllers, frequencies of 1.5 GHz and 1.0 GHz respectively and TDPs of 15W and 8W.
"These new lidless BGA packaged processors can help customers significantly shrink their embedded design into new smaller, flatter form factors without having to sacrifice any computing performance," said Buddy Broeker, director, Embedded Product Marketing, AMD. "Retail touch screens, self-service kiosks and digital signage are a growing part of the consumer experience and thin client computing continues to play a strong role in helping businesses become more efficient. These new processor features will help our customers stay on the cutting edge of embedded system design."
Specifications: the Sempron 210U and 200U have 256kB of L2 cache, integrated DDR2 memory controllers, frequencies of 1.5 GHz and 1.0 GHz respectively and TDPs of 15W and 8W.
Intel watercools Nehalem to 4.61GHz
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François Piednoel, and the rest of its performance analysis group, have showed us Nehalem, Core i7 PC water cooled all the way to 4.61GHz.
They did it on an Intel desktop motherboard powered by Intel's desktop control center, something that lets you overclock from Windows. The voltage was all the way to 1.44V, whereas the chipset needed 1.21V.Host frequency clock, something that we used to call FSB speed of the machine is 144MHz, which multiplied by the 32 multiplier gives you the 4610MHz number.
The CPU temperature was at 61 degree Celsius while the CPU Voltage regulator was at 31 °C and chipset at 41 °C. The clock is much higher than the one you can score on Phenom II, but Intel’s CPU used here is much more expensive.
Nehelem, Core i7 is definitely better water overclocker than Phenom II but Phenom II still overclocks higher at 6GHz+ domains.
They did it on an Intel desktop motherboard powered by Intel's desktop control center, something that lets you overclock from Windows. The voltage was all the way to 1.44V, whereas the chipset needed 1.21V.Host frequency clock, something that we used to call FSB speed of the machine is 144MHz, which multiplied by the 32 multiplier gives you the 4610MHz number.
The CPU temperature was at 61 degree Celsius while the CPU Voltage regulator was at 31 °C and chipset at 41 °C. The clock is much higher than the one you can score on Phenom II, but Intel’s CPU used here is much more expensive.
Nehelem, Core i7 is definitely better water overclocker than Phenom II but Phenom II still overclocks higher at 6GHz+ domains.
Intel announces Core 2 Quad Q6600 EOL
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Intel recently announced that the company will take 2.4GHz Core 2 Quad Q6600 orders until 8th of May, 2009, and will ship the CPU in box and tray version until August 7th 2009 and July 10th, 2010 respectively.Intel explained this move with the consumer demand shifting to higher performance CPUs. The Quad Q6600, which we tested way back, was insanely popular as it was a great bang for buck as it featured a decent price and overclocked nicely.
Due to quite a demand for it, it managed to outlive and certainly outshine its brethren, as it broke through quite a number of EOL announcements. Since this is a Kentsfield based CPU built in the now obsolete 65nm process, we do not expect it to do so again, so we’ll start baking its retirement cake.
Due to quite a demand for it, it managed to outlive and certainly outshine its brethren, as it broke through quite a number of EOL announcements. Since this is a Kentsfield based CPU built in the now obsolete 65nm process, we do not expect it to do so again, so we’ll start baking its retirement cake.
Intel to release energy-efficient quads and cut CPU prices
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Intel was planning the release of the Core 2 Quad Q8200s, Q9400s and Q9550s, its first Core 2 Quad CPUs to have a TDP of just 65W for this month. The launch is slated for Sunday, January 18 and it will also see to the introduction of two new low-cost dual-cores, the E7500 and E5400. Moreover, Intel will cut the price of six models, the Q8200 (features a 95W TDP), the E7400, E5300, E5200, E2220 and E1400.
All info regarding the January 18 changes can be seen in this chart. Intel is also rumored to be cutting prices of the rest of its Core 2 Quad line-up later on, this month.
All info regarding the January 18 changes can be seen in this chart. Intel is also rumored to be cutting prices of the rest of its Core 2 Quad line-up later on, this month.
Intel and AMD new quad-core chips
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AMD and Intel ended 2008 with a new quad-core hit. There is Intel Core 2 Quad Mobile Processor Q9000 that is the latest mobile processor from Intel and it has been housed in the Acer’s recently launched 8930G laptop, and AMD’s Phenom II processors that have popped up online for consumers’ pre-orders.
As mentioned earlier, the Intel Core 2 Quad Mobile Processor Q9000 has been housed in the Acer’s recently launched 8930Gnotebook and this processor is running with 12MB of shared L2 cache in this laptop an with 2.53GHz clock speed rate upward and a 1066 MHz front side bus.
Aside from the Q9000 chip, there are many other impressive features in the new Acer notebook that also include DDR3 memory of 4GB, an 18.4inch LCD, a 1/2TB SATA hard disk and a NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT graphic card.
Aside from the Q9000, Intel is also release four more mobile processors, while AMD will debut its Phenom II processors publicly at CES next month. This new processor from AMD is already available for pre-orders and it runs at up to 3GHz of speed with an 8MB cache.
As mentioned earlier, the Intel Core 2 Quad Mobile Processor Q9000 has been housed in the Acer’s recently launched 8930Gnotebook and this processor is running with 12MB of shared L2 cache in this laptop an with 2.53GHz clock speed rate upward and a 1066 MHz front side bus.
Aside from the Q9000 chip, there are many other impressive features in the new Acer notebook that also include DDR3 memory of 4GB, an 18.4inch LCD, a 1/2TB SATA hard disk and a NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT graphic card.
Aside from the Q9000, Intel is also release four more mobile processors, while AMD will debut its Phenom II processors publicly at CES next month. This new processor from AMD is already available for pre-orders and it runs at up to 3GHz of speed with an 8MB cache.
AMD 45nm Phenom II analysis and review
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Based on the company's 45nm manufacturing process and brought to market a couple of months after the launch of the similar server part, Shanghai, AMD's Phenom II quad-core processors promise higher clock speeds, to better compete against Intel's Core 2 Quad CPUs.
Phenom II 920 and 940, released at clock-speeds of 2.8GHz and 3.0GHz, respectively, will be available to buy in a couple of weeks. We investigate whether the advancements over incumbent Phenom X4 are enough to make them serious contenders in the <£250 market.
| Processors | Cores | Architecture | Process | Clock speed | L2 cache (total) | L3 cache | Memory-controller speed | Voltage | TDP | etailer pricing |
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| AMD Phenom II 940 Black Edition | 4 | K10 | 45nm | 3.0GHz | 2MB | 6MB | 1.8GHz | 0.875-1.5V | 125W | £215 |
| AMD Phenom II 920 | 4 | K10 | 45nm | 2.8GHz | 2MB | 6MB | 1.8GHz | 0.875-1.5V | 125W | £175 |
| AMD Phenom X4 9950 Black Edition | 4 | K10 | 65nm | 2.6GHz | 2MB | 2MB | 2.0GHz | 1.05-1.3V | 125W | £140 |
| AMD Phenom X4 9850 BE | 4 | K10 | 65nm | 2.5GHz | 2MB | 2MB | 2.0GHz | 1.05-1.3V | 125W | £130 |
| AMD Phenom X4 9750 | 4 | K10 | 65nm | 2.4GHz | 2MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.1-1.3V | 95W | £120 |
| AMD Phenom X4 9650 | 4 | K10 | 65nm | 2.3GHz | 2MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.1-1.3V | 95W | £112 |
| AMD Phenom X4 9350e | 4 | K10 | 65nm | 2.0GHz | 2MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.0-1.125V | 65W | £110 |
| AMD Phenom X3 8750 | 3 | K10 | 65nm | 2.4GHz | 1.5MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.05-1.25V | 95W | £99 |
| AMD Phenom X3 8650 | 3 | K10 | 65nm | 2.4GHz | 1.5MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.05-1.25V | 95W | £82 |
| AMD Phenom X3 8450 | 3 | K10 | 65nm | 2.1GHz | 1.5MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.2-1.3V | 95W | £75 |
| AMD Athlon X2 7750 Black Edition | 2 | K10 | 65nm | 2.7GHz | 1MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.2-1.25V | 95W | £65? |
| AMD Athlon X2 7550 | 2 | K10 | 65nm | 2.5GHz | 1MB | 2MB | 1.8GHz | 1.2-1.25V | 95W | £55? |
| AMD Athlon X2 6400+ BE | 2 | K8 | 65nm | 3.2GHz | 2MB | N/A | 1GHz | 1.35-1.4V | 125W | £72 |
| AMD Athlon X2 6000+ | 2 | K8 | 65nm | 3.1GHz | 1MB | N/A | 1GHz | 1.1-1.4V | 89W | £63 |
AMD finally launches Phenom II and Dragon Platform
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AMD's 45nm, quad-core Phenom II has finally arrived. It's available in two flavors, the 2.8GHz X4 920 and the 3.0GHz X4 940 Black Edition, going for $235 and $275, respectively. AMD's naturally touting the ostensible cost savings of the chips . The Dragon platform includes a Phenom II proc, 4800-series Radeon HD graphics and a 790-series motherboard, all of which should combine for low power consumption -- up to 40 percent compared to Phenom processors. Where the Phenom II definitely wins is the fact that some AMD folks will be able to drop in the chip to existing motherboards, but otherwise it looks like value hounds and performance junkies aren't being served by this new chip.
AMD finally launches Phenom II
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The Phenom II's integrated memory controller and HyperTransport interface give it a technical edge over competing Core 2 Quad chips, which lack those features. Intel moved to an integrated memory controller and began incorporating its own version of HyperTransport--dubbed QuickPath Interconnect--only with its Core i7 platform. The integrated memory controller and HyperTransport interface allow Phenom II processors to achieve a higher memory bandwidth than Core 2 Quad processors can, by eliminating the bottlenecks created by a frontside bus and an external controller. The arrangement, in theory, improves system performance.
Availability and Phenom II Processor Pricing
Consumers can expect to see systems featuring Dragon platform technology from leading system builders and OEMs in the first quarter of 2009. In addition to Dragon platform technology-based offerings from AMD’s OEM partners, PC enthusiasts who enjoy building their own systems can search “Dragon” on popular e-tail sites such as newegg.com and tigerdirect.com to find special promotions on this new desktop PC platform.
In addition to Dragon platform technology, individual AMD Phenom II X4 processors will be available from AMD channel e-tailers at launch:
AMD Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition processor – (3.0GHz) – $275 MSRP
AMD Phenom II X4 920 processor – (2.8GHz) – $235 MSRP
AMD finally launches Phenom II The Phenom II's integrated memory controller and HyperTransport interface give it a technical edge over competing Core 2 Quad chips, which lack those features. Intel moved to an integrated memory controller and began incorporating its own version of HyperTransport--dubbed QuickPath Interconnect--only with its Core i7 platform. The integrated memory controller and HyperTransport interface allow Phenom II processors to achieve a higher memory bandwidth than Core 2 Quad processors can, by eliminating the bottlenecks created by a frontside bus and an external controller. The arrangement, in theory, improves system performance.
| Model / Processor Frequency: | AMD Phenom II Processor Model X4 940 / X4 920 / 3.0GHz, 2.8GHz |
| L1 Cache Sizes: | 64K of L1 instruction and 64K of L1 data cache per core (512KB total L1 per processor) |
| L2 Cache Sizes: | 512KB of L2 data cache per core (2MB total L2 per processor) |
| L3 Cache Size: | 6MB (shared) |
| Memory Controller Type: | Integrated 128-bit wide memory controller, capable of being configured for dual 64-bit channels for simultaneous read/writes |
| Memory Controller Frequency: | Up to 1.8GHz with Dual Dynamic Power Management |
| Types of Memory: | Support for unregistered DIMMs up to PC2 8500 (DDR2-1066MHz) |
| HyperTransport 3.0: | One 16-bit/16-bit link @ up to 3600MHz full duplex |
| Total Processor Bandwidth: | Up to 31.5 GB/s bandwidth |
| Packaging: | Socket AM2+ 940-pin organic micro pin grid array (micro-PGA) (backward compatible with Socket AM2) |
| Fab location: | AMD's Fab 36 wafer fabrication facilities in Dresden, Germany |
| Process Technology: | 45nm (.045-micron) DSL Silicon on Insulator (SOI) |
| Approximate Transistor count: | approx. ~758 million (65nm) |
| Approximate Die Size: | 258 mm2 (45nm) |
| Nominal Voltage: | .0875-1.5 Volts |
| Max Ambient Case Temp: | 62 degress Celsius |
| Max TDP: | 125 Watts |
| ACP: | *to be announced after launch |
| Future Memory Controller Note: | Future 45nm processors versions are planned to include support for DDR3 memory |
Availability and Phenom II Processor Pricing
Consumers can expect to see systems featuring Dragon platform technology from leading system builders and OEMs in the first quarter of 2009. In addition to Dragon platform technology-based offerings from AMD’s OEM partners, PC enthusiasts who enjoy building their own systems can search “Dragon” on popular e-tail sites such as newegg.com and tigerdirect.com to find special promotions on this new desktop PC platform.
In addition to Dragon platform technology, individual AMD Phenom II X4 processors will be available from AMD channel e-tailers at launch:
AMD Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition processor – (3.0GHz) – $275 MSRP
AMD Phenom II X4 920 processor – (2.8GHz) – $235 MSRP
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Intel Core i7 Overclocking - Core i7 Overclocking
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You will se how high these processors(Nehalam processors- the 920 and the 965EE) can be overclocked using the ASUS P6T motherboard. It is very interesting how Intel works with the QPI bus v/s Multipliers. After a bit of tinkering around, we eventually found the sweet spot on each of these processors. So it was now time to see how hot these babies got on a one hour OCCT stress test.
Intel Core i7 Overclocking - Core i7 Overclocking
No surprises with the temperatures for the 130W CPU’s especially the 965EE hitting 4GHz on a stock air cooling solution.
The voltage configuration set to Auto at first and increased the BCLK from 133 MHz to 150 MHz as a jumpstart. From there steadily increased the BCLK in increments of 5 MHz. Guys at tbreak managed to hit the wall at 180 MHz which was the limit at which we could enter Windows, but the OCCT test threw off a bit and there was no stability.
With the bus speed down in 2 MHz decrements with stress tests at each level and success arrived at 168 MHz. Next up was the Multiplier, which hit 4 GHz on the 965EE while the 920 stayed at 3360 MHz due to its multiplier limit of 20x. Increasing the voltage wasn’t doing us any good as we weren’t able to manage a stable one hour stress test. Although, higher clocks could be possible with a better cooling solution and a lot more time.
Conclusion:
Intel Core i7 has started out as a good overclocker. Getting to the sweet spots wasn't really difficult and all this achieved on the stock air cooling solution provided by Intel and stock core voltages. The overclocked Core i7’s do make excellent performers and those seeking not only thrills from overclocking their CPU’s are in for a ride.
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Intel Core i7 Overclocking - Core i7 OverclockingNo surprises with the temperatures for the 130W CPU’s especially the 965EE hitting 4GHz on a stock air cooling solution.
The voltage configuration set to Auto at first and increased the BCLK from 133 MHz to 150 MHz as a jumpstart. From there steadily increased the BCLK in increments of 5 MHz. Guys at tbreak managed to hit the wall at 180 MHz which was the limit at which we could enter Windows, but the OCCT test threw off a bit and there was no stability.
With the bus speed down in 2 MHz decrements with stress tests at each level and success arrived at 168 MHz. Next up was the Multiplier, which hit 4 GHz on the 965EE while the 920 stayed at 3360 MHz due to its multiplier limit of 20x. Increasing the voltage wasn’t doing us any good as we weren’t able to manage a stable one hour stress test. Although, higher clocks could be possible with a better cooling solution and a lot more time.
Conclusion:
Intel Core i7 has started out as a good overclocker. Getting to the sweet spots wasn't really difficult and all this achieved on the stock air cooling solution provided by Intel and stock core voltages. The overclocked Core i7’s do make excellent performers and those seeking not only thrills from overclocking their CPU’s are in for a ride.
source:tbreak.com
Transcend triple channel DDR3-1333 memory kits
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Transcend Information Inc has released its DDR3-1333 triple channel memory kits for use with Intel Core i7 processors and Intel X58 Express Chipset motherboards. Transcend’s triple channel kits are designed specifically for the new platform, and offer an optimized combination of low voltage (1.5V), speed and enhanced latency (9-9-9-24) to deliver suitable performance and compatibility with next-generation PCs.
Available in two different capacities of 3GB (1GBx3) and 6GB (2GBx3), Transcend’s DDR3-1333 triple channel memory kits’ three identically matched DDR3 modules are carefully matched for use in triple-channel configuration, which together provide memory bandwidth of up to 32GB/sec. To ensure extra-stability and signal integrity, all DDR3 modules use robust PCBs that fully comply with JEDEC standards.Each chip is manufactured using small Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) packages with extra contacts to assure better thermal dissipation, electrical efficiency and reliable computing quality.
Transcend memory modules are built to the highest specifications with the finest chips and materials available, and undergo rigorous testing to ensure they provide the best performance possible. All Transcend memory modules come with a lifetime warranty and the support of a global service network.
Available in two different capacities of 3GB (1GBx3) and 6GB (2GBx3), Transcend’s DDR3-1333 triple channel memory kits’ three identically matched DDR3 modules are carefully matched for use in triple-channel configuration, which together provide memory bandwidth of up to 32GB/sec. To ensure extra-stability and signal integrity, all DDR3 modules use robust PCBs that fully comply with JEDEC standards.Each chip is manufactured using small Fine-Pitch Ball Grid Array (FBGA) packages with extra contacts to assure better thermal dissipation, electrical efficiency and reliable computing quality.
Transcend memory modules are built to the highest specifications with the finest chips and materials available, and undergo rigorous testing to ensure they provide the best performance possible. All Transcend memory modules come with a lifetime warranty and the support of a global service network.
New Info of Phenom II X4 940 Unveiled
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AMD Phenom II X4 is ready to debut this Thursday, though it still looks quite mysterious. The latest information indicates Phenom II X4 940 performs as well as Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450/Q9550 while costs a little bit lower.
The power consumption of Phenom II X4 940 ranges from 60 to 70 Watt under load.With the help of a normal air-cooling cooler, the processor can be overclocked between 3.2 to 3.6GHz without increasing voltage.
The power consumption of Phenom II X4 940 ranges from 60 to 70 Watt under load.With the help of a normal air-cooling cooler, the processor can be overclocked between 3.2 to 3.6GHz without increasing voltage.
AMD unleashes linux code for general purpose computing
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AMD, the chip rival for Intel has released “the fundamental Linux code” that is needed to develop open-source 3D-acceleration drivers for its R600 and R700 ATI graphic-processors series.
The news is intended for those who want to create drivers for potent GPU series of ATI Radeon HD 2x00, HD 3x00 (both R600), and Radeon HD 4x00 (R700). Also, unleash of open source code is good for Linux-lovers who have access to the R600/700’s 3D powers.
The announcement made by GPU to support the recently released open-source OpenCL 1.0 allowing GPU to be used for general-purpose computing (GPGPU), it is expected that GPUniverse is moving slowly toOpen Source Software (OSS) model.
The OSS future looks bright for GPUs. The segment was still new to AMD as Intel is open with its drivers. OSS development should proceed swiftly, both in 3D acceleration and GPGPU.
The news is intended for those who want to create drivers for potent GPU series of ATI Radeon HD 2x00, HD 3x00 (both R600), and Radeon HD 4x00 (R700). Also, unleash of open source code is good for Linux-lovers who have access to the R600/700’s 3D powers.
The announcement made by GPU to support the recently released open-source OpenCL 1.0 allowing GPU to be used for general-purpose computing (GPGPU), it is expected that GPUniverse is moving slowly toOpen Source Software (OSS) model.
The OSS future looks bright for GPUs. The segment was still new to AMD as Intel is open with its drivers. OSS development should proceed swiftly, both in 3D acceleration and GPGPU.
Phenom II B clocks revealed
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AMDs business CPUs will clock all the way to 2.9GHz. The slowest dual cores branded as Athlon X2 B21 will work at 2.7GHz and this is 2MB L2 CPU based on Regor 45nm dual core. Athlon X2 B23 will be the faster iteration of this CPU clocked at 2.9GHz. These CPUs will feature a TDP of under 65W.
The three-core Phenom II X3 B71, based on Heka three-core, will run at 2.8GHz and it comes with 7.5MB of cache. The faster one is Phenom II X3 B73 and this one works at 2.8GHz, all under a 95W TDP design.
The quad-core business CPUs are Phenom II X4 B91 with 2.6GHz core clocke and 8MB of total cache and this Deneb based CPU will also fit to under 95W TDP. The faster business Phenom is AMD Phenom II X4 B93 and this CPU will reach 2.8GHz.
They are all set to launch in early Q3 2009.
The three-core Phenom II X3 B71, based on Heka three-core, will run at 2.8GHz and it comes with 7.5MB of cache. The faster one is Phenom II X3 B73 and this one works at 2.8GHz, all under a 95W TDP design.
The quad-core business CPUs are Phenom II X4 B91 with 2.6GHz core clocke and 8MB of total cache and this Deneb based CPU will also fit to under 95W TDP. The faster business Phenom is AMD Phenom II X4 B93 and this CPU will reach 2.8GHz.
They are all set to launch in early Q3 2009.
GeForce GTX 285 and Core i7-920 OC 2.88GHz 3DMark results revealed
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Test setup:
Core i7-920 OC 2.88GHz
GeForce GTX 285
In 3DMark05 it got 20510 and in 3DMark Vantage it got P12945 and the GPU was 11923.
Updated to 55nm from 65nm, GeForce GTX 285 TDP is 183W and when idle it was 39℃ and when load it was 52℃.
via: .hardspell.com
Core i7-920 OC 2.88GHz
GeForce GTX 285
In 3DMark05 it got 20510 and in 3DMark Vantage it got P12945 and the GPU was 11923.
Updated to 55nm from 65nm, GeForce GTX 285 TDP is 183W and when idle it was 39℃ and when load it was 52℃.
via: .hardspell.com
Phenom II X4 prices surface
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Phenom II X4 is slated to appear in early January and the processor that will be the first consumer processor from AMD made at the 45nm node has been showing a lot of promise so far. The pricing has been anything but official though, but as stores are starting to list the new models, we are starting to get a feel for where it will start. Two models should launch on January 8th, Phenom II X4 920 (2.8GHz) and Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition (3.0GHz).
Will cost around 220€ for the Phenom II X4 920 and 250€ for the Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition, while the dollar prices will be slightly higher, around $230 and $280 respectively. Right now this puts them around the same price range as the cheapest Core i7 processor, the Intel Core i7 920, but then the overall platform cost is much lower on the AMD side.
Will cost around 220€ for the Phenom II X4 920 and 250€ for the Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition, while the dollar prices will be slightly higher, around $230 and $280 respectively. Right now this puts them around the same price range as the cheapest Core i7 processor, the Intel Core i7 920, but then the overall platform cost is much lower on the AMD side.
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