Intel Haswell Processor Pictured |
Intel’s next two generation CPUs are based on Ivy Bridge and Haswell architecture, respectively. Ivy Bridge features an improved version on the basis of Sandy Bridge architecture, but process is updated to 22nm. While Haswell has the different architecture in spite of the same 22nm manufacturing process.
C2 Revision of Intel Core i7-3960X & i7-3930K CPUs Listed in Japan |
Earlier we have know that Intel is ready for launching new revision of Sandy Bridge-E processors, while now such CPUs are listed in Japan, which have fixed the VT-d errata in the current C1 stepping of CPUs.
Samsung Exynos 5250 Chip to Enter into Mass Production in Q2 |
Last year Samsung has announced its Exynos 5250 chip, which is the industry’s first dual-core processor based on the ARM Cortex-A15 core. Lately during its earnings call the company revealed that Exynos 5250 chip has started sampling, and would enter into mass production in Q2, 2012.
AMD Moving to Tick-Tock Model for Micro-Architectures |
As we all know, Intel’s "Tick-Tock" model of transitioning to new manufacturing processes and micro-architectures, has further positioned the company’s presence firmly in CPU market, however, according to the report from XbitLabs, it seems that AMD is going to adopt the similar model.
Intel Rolls out Performance Tuning Protection Plan |
For overclocking players, they are supposed to take a risk of hardware damage when striving for world record. At the time, most of the manufacturers take it as "abnormal use" and refuse warranty. Take Intel as example, its CPU products are backed by three-year warranty, which could be effective in normal use. Especially for extreme players, each hardware-burned case would cause much loss.
What CPU does Radeon HD 7970 Need ? |
As the saying goes, "good horse with a good saddle". We have known the high performance of HD 7970 graphics card, but what CPU does it need? In view of the pricing, general players definitely will configure a deluxe mainframe, at lease with quad-core or eight-core CPU, and memory will be over 8GB.
Intel Core i7-3770K Ivy Bridge CPU Pictured |
The most striking point of Intel Ivy Bridge CPUs is the 22nm manufacturing process. Though there is still some time away from the launch, much information (such as tested image, benchmark test, pricing and so on) has been spreaded over the net. Recently OBR let out the photo of the highest model in Ivy Bridge CPUs——Core i7-3770K.
Acer Teases Tegra 3-powered Quad-core Tablet |
It was not long after ASUS rolled out the global’s first quad-core tablet——Transformer Prime， while lately Acer teases its next-generation tablet which is based on Tegra 3-powered quad-core processor as well, according to the report from Engadget.
Gigabyte X79-UD3 and Core i7-3930K Broke Records with New F7 BIOS |
Earlier Gigabyte’s several X79 motherboards came with burned issue, which made some players be skeptical about the company’s products. In order to fix the problem, Gigabyte has promised to replace with upgraded BIOS (F7 version).
Intel 22nm Ivy Bridge Processors to Debut around April 8 |
According to the report from Digitimes, Intel is going to unveil Ivy Bridge processors around April 8th 2012, which include 17 CPUs for desktops and 8 for notebooks. In addition, the 12 matched mobo chipset will also come along, with 6:6 in desktop and notebook platform, respectively.
Intel’s Ivy Bridge CPU Prices Leaked, Similar to Sandy Bridge |
Lately the pricings of Intel Ivy Bridge processors have been leaked, which is pretty similar to that of Sandy Bridge, as CPU World reported.
AMD Bulldozer Windows 7 Performance Patch Tested |
Last week Microsoft released the Windows 7 performance patch——KB2592546, claiming that this patch could bring a significant performance boost to AMD Bulldozer processors. However, later some tested IT media found the patch was of little help.
Intel Core i7-3820X Quad-Core Processor Gets Listed |
It has been some since the release of Intel SNB-E platform, targeting at high-end enthusiastic market, Core i7-3960X/3930K, the two six-core processors, had an early debut, while now, another CPU will join their line, that’s quad-core Core i7-3820 processor.
Intel SNB Core i7-2700K PK Core i7-3770K Ivy Bridge |
Recently a user in HWBOT has conducted the performance comparison between Intel SNB Core i7-2700K and Core i7-3770K ES Ivy Bridge, the result is show on the above chart.
AMD to Launch 3.8GHz FX-6200 CPU on December 25th |
AMD is going to launch its another FX-series CPU——FX-6200 on December 25th, which is the accelerated version of the FX-6100, as DonanimHaber reported.
