en-us http://www.productwiki.com/cpus/ Featured content from ProductWiki. Hottest products, active discussions, recent articles, and hot links. http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7/ Intel Core i7 is currently a family of three Intel Desktop x86-64 processors, Core i7 is the first Intel family to be released using the Intel Nehalem microarchitecture and is the successor to the Intel Core 2 family. All three models are quad-core processors. The Core i7 identifier applies to the initial family of processors codenamed Bloomfield. The moniker Core i7 does not have a deeper meaning, but continues the use of the successful Core brand. Core i7 was officially launched on November 17, 2008 in the USA. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:41:16 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9950-black-edition/ The Phenom X4 9950 Black Edition is the current top-of-the-line processor from AMD. Running at 2.6GHz stock speed the "Black Edition" moniker denotes its ability to be over clocked more easily by computer enthusiasts by utilizing the unlocked CPU multiplier. This additional speed comes at a price however: with a 140W TDP it is evident that AMD have been struggling to produce faster chips while keeping a hold on increased power consumption and heat production. Features Socket type: AM2+ HT Speed: 4000MHz Core speed: 2.6GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 4 L3 Cache (shared): 2MB Fab process: 65nm TDP:140W Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:12:30 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9950-black-edition/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-920/ Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:50:55 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-920/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-4450e/ A renamed BE-2400, the 45w TDP AMD Athlon X2 4450E processor is based on AMDs dual core 65nm Athlon X2 K8 series. Made up of the 4050e (BE-2350), 4450e (BE-2400) and the 4850e, the new 45w envelope is the only advancement of this series. This improvement allows for cooler operation at similar performance levels, which in turn allows for quieter operation for less of a need to displace the heat generated by their hotter brethren. The chips run at 2.1, 2.3 and 2.5GHz respectively. Not a gaming or encoding chip by any stretch of the imagination, these processors are best suited... Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:04:02 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-4450e/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-quad-q9550/ The Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 is one of Intel's new generation of quad core processors that is energy efficient and powerful. The Q9550 codenamed "Yorkfield", features two 6 MB of L2 cache which gives a total of 12 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 2.83 GHz, and a front side bus of 1333MHz. The CPU is manufactured on a 45nm die and contains 4 processor cores. Designed to deliver a high power efficiency, it has a Thermal Design Power of 95W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Quad. Features Core Clock Speed: 2.83GHz L2-cache: 2 x 6144KB Front Side Bus: 1333MHz Thermal Design Power: 95W Socket: LGA 775 Release Date: March, 2008    ... Sat, 26 Jul 2008 22:01:25 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-quad-q9550/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-965-extreme/ Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:53:27 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-965-extreme/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme-qx6800/ The Intel Core 2 Extreme QX6800 is one of Intel's new generation of quad core processors that is energy efficient and powerful. The QX6800 codenamed "Kentsfield XE", features two 4 MB of L2 cache which gives a total of 8 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 2.93 GHz, and a front side bus of 1066MHz. The CPU is manufactured on a 65nm die and contains 4 processor cores. Designed to deliver a high power efficiency, it has a Thermal Design Power of 130W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Extreme. Features Core Clock Speed: 2.93GHz L2-cache: 2 x 4096KB Front Side Bus: 1066MHz Thermal Design Power: 130W Socket: LGA 775 Release Date: April... Mon, 21 Jul 2008 23:46:26 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme-qx6800/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2/ The AMD Athlon X2 is AMD's dual core processor. Built with the same 65nm technology its triple and quadruple cores are, AMD has had relative success in the dual core market. While no longer competitive with Intel's 45nm 8000 series, the price:performance ratio of many of AMD's dual core chips is undeniable. With many offerings within the line, AMD has something to offer in every niche segment of the market. They produce cool & quiet energy efficient chips (designated by an E appended to the end of the model), mainstream chips and enthusiast chips (designated by the "black edition" open multiplier)... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:19:58 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-940/ Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:51:20 -0500 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-i7-940/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme/ The Intel Core 2 Extreme Computer Processor is a new line of quad core processor that is designed for both power and energy efficiency. These processors have four independent cores which shares a L2 cache that is dynamically allocated to each core on the basis of workload. It uses new 64-bit architecture which enables twice the amount of information that the CPU can process at a time. It also features a Digital Thermal Sensor that is embedded in the CPU that measures the temperature to optimize the operation of the processor and system fans. The Core 2 Extreme series also have... Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:29:27 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4/  The AMD Phenom X4 is AMD's first quad core processor line, based on the same 65nm process used for earlier Brisbane chips. Introduced in November 2007 the line suffered a massive setback when an issue was found within the chip's buffer which could cause system lockups in rare occasions. While patchable, this fix incurred an undesireable 10% performance penalty, and led to poor sales and negative publicity. Once fixed, the line was relaunched, carrying a new naming model. Important destinctions between AMD's quad core design and Intel's include AMD's implimentation of an L3 cache (generally 2MB of cache shared between all... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:42:09 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-be-2350/ Not to be confused with the "Black Edition" moniker, the AMD BE prcoessors were part of a short-lived, now renamed series of 45w TDP processors based on AMDs dual core 65nm Athlon X2 K8 series processors. Made up of the BE-2300, 2350 and 2400 the new 45w envelope is the only advancement of this series. This improvement allows for cooler operation at similar performance levels, which in turn allows for quieter operation for less of a need to displace the heat generated by their hotter brethren. The chips run at 1.9, 2.1 and 2.3 GHz respectively. The series was refreshed/renamed with... Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:44:52 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-be-2350/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-4800/ While not the flashiest of computer processors the AMD Athlon X2 4800+ makes up for it's lack of power and energy efficiency in price. Aimed at competing with Intel in the low end market, basic Athlon X2 processors such as the 4800+ cost only a fraction of what they did months ago. Not the greatest of processors for heavy encoding or gaming, but proficient for the majority of computer users. Features Socket type: AM2 HT Speed: 2000MHz Core speed: 2.5GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 2 Fab process: 90nm/65nm depending TDP:89W/65W depending Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:31:16 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-4800/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-e8500/ The Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 is one of Intel's higher end, energy efficient dual core processors. The E8500 codenamed "Wolfdale", features 6 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 3.16 GHz, and a front side bus of 1333 MHz. The CPU is manufactured on a 45nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Designed to be more efficient than Intel's previous generation of dual-cores, it has a Thermal Design Power of 65W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo. Features Core Clock Speed: 3.16GHz L2 Cache: 6144KB Front Side Bus: 1333MHz Thermal Design Power: 65W Socket: LGA 775 Release Date: January 20, 2008 Price: $266 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:34:58 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-e8500/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9850-black-edition/ Introduced with the rest of the 2008 Phenom line-up, the AMD Phenom X4 9850 BE (Black Edition) hit a new clock speed high. With the last top-of-the-line 9600 set at only 2.3GHz, this step was considered AMD's number one obstacle to become competitive against Intel's offerings. Sadly, hurtling this obstacle came at a price of energy efficiency and thermal output. With a TDP of 125W, the 9850 is just barely at par performance wise with Intel's budget quad core, the 6600, itself with a TDP of only 90W in comparison. Similar to the other Black Edition chips, the 9850 BE has... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:20:24 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9850-black-edition/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9500/ The AMD Phenom X4 9500 was the slowest of the two AMD first-generation quad core processors initially released. Due to the TLB bug found within the first B2 stepping release, however, the release of the chip was met with lackluster fanfare. While still a considerable powerhouse CPU, the 9500 was replaced with a later B3 stepping core and renamed the 9550. Features Socket type: AM2+ HT Speed: 3600MHz Core speed: 2.2GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 4 L3 Cache (shared): 2MB Fab process: 65nm TDP:95W Tue, 15 Jul 2008 13:15:58 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9500/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9150e/ The AMD Phenom X4 9150e continues AMD's efficient line of processors, reserving itself at a merely decent 1.8GHz in order to maintain a 65W thermal envelope (TDP). In comparison to other quad and even triple core processors which operate with a TDP of 95W, the 9150e falls within the range of heat and energy expenditure of most dual core CPUs. Thus, while the 9150e is no powerhouse, it allows for cool and quiet operation while maintaining full use the latest quad core AMD technology. Features Socket type: AM2+ HT Speed: 3600MHz Core speed: 1.8GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 4 L3 Cache... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:52:15 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9150e/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-ulv-u7700/ The Intel Core 2 Duo Ultra Low Voltage U7700 is one of Intel's Core 2 Duo Mobile series. The U7700 codenamed "Merom" features 2 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 1.33 GHz, and a front side bus of 533 MHz. The CPU is on a 65nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Being part of the Ultra Low Voltage series, it has a Thermal Design Power of 10W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo Ultra Low Voltage. Features Core Clock Speed: 1.33GHz L2-cache: 2048KB Front Side Bus: 533MHz Thermal Design Power: 10W Socket: Micro-FCBGA  Release Date: December 30, 2007 Price: $289   Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:28:20 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-ulv-u7700/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9350e/ The AMD Phenom X4 9350e continues AMD's efficient line of processors, reserving itself at a merely decent 2GHz in order to maintain a 65W thermal envelope (TDP). In comparison to other quad and even triple core processors which operate with a TDP of 95W, the 9350e falls within the range of heat and energy expenditure of most dual core CPUs. Thus, while the 9350e is no powerhouse, it allows for cool and quiet operation while maintaining full use the latest quad core AMD technology. Features Socket type: AM2+ HT Speed: 3600MHz Core speed: 2.0GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 4 L3 Cache... Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:39:02 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-phenom-x4-9350e/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-quad/ The Intel Core 2 Quad Computer Processor is a new line of quad core processor that is designed for both power and energy efficiency. These processors have four independent cores which shares a L2 cache that is dynamically allocated to each core on the basis of workload. It uses new 64-bit architecture which enables twice the amount of information that the CPU can process at a time. It also features a Digital Thermal Sensor that is embedded in the CPU that measures the temperature to optimize the operation of the processor and system fans. The Core 2 Quad series also have... Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:14:50 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-quad/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-mobile-t8300/ The Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile T8300 is one of Intel's next generation of dual core processor for laptops that is more energy efficient yet powerful. The T8300 codenamed "Penryn" features 3 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 2.40 GHz, and a front side bus of 800 MHz. The CPU is on a 45nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Designed to be more efficient than Intel's previous generation of dual-cores, it has a Thermal Design Power of 35W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile. Features Core Clock Speed: 2.40GHz L2-cache: 3072KB Front Side Bus: 800MHz Thermal Design Power: 35W Socket: Socket P Release Date: January 6, 2008 Price:... Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:50:47 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-mobile-t8300/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-atom-330/ The Intel Atom 330 is a low power dual-core processor aimed at the mini-PC market. It will likely be included in MSI's WindPC's, which currently use the previous Atom. The max power used by the Atom 330 8W. It has a 1MB cache shared between two cores. It fits in any motherboard that its predessor, the single-core Atom 230, fits in (Socket BGA437). The Atom 330 was originally planned to be released late Q3, however it has been pushed back to September 21st, 2008, which is early Q4. The Atom line of processors are Intel's smallest processors. Features     1.6gHz Dual-core 533mHz... Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:14:05 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-atom-330/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-6000/ The AMD Athlon X2 6000+ is a high end dual core CPU from AMD. Running at 3.2GHz, the CPU has a giant 125W TDP. Far superior for simple every-day tasks, the 6000+ is a good pick for those interested in gaming, encoding or utilizing a great deal of CPU power on a budget. Based on the older 90nm Windsor core, the 6000+ sports a 2048KB L2 cache. Features Socket type: AM2 HT Speed: 2000MHz Core speed: 3.0GHz/3.2GHz depending L2 Cache: 1024KB x 2 Fab process: 90nm TDP: 125W Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:52:47 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-6000/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-ulv-u7600/ The Intel Core 2 Duo Ultra Low Voltage U7600 is one of Intel's Core 2 Duo Mobile series. The U7600 codenamed "Merom" features 2 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 1.20 GHz, and a front side bus of 533 MHz. The CPU is on a 65nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Being part of the Ultra Low Voltage series, it has a Thermal Design Power of 10W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo Ultra Low Voltage. Features Core Clock Speed: 1.20GHz L2-cache: 2048KB Front Side Bus: 533MHz Thermal Design Power: 10W Socket: Micro-FCBGA  Release Date: April 5, 2007 Price: $262 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:34:57 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-ulv-u7600/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-5800/ The AMD Athlon X2 5800+ is a high end dual core CPU from AMD. Running at 3.0GHz, the CPU has a 89W TDP while still being based on the cooler 65nm Brisbane core. Not really required for simple every-day tasks, the 5800+ is a good pick for those interested in gaming, encoding or utilizing a great deal of cpu power on a budget. Features Socket type: AM2 HT Speed: 2000MHz Core speed: 3.0GHz L2 Cache: 512KB x 2 Fab process: 65nm TDP: 89W Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:41:56 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-5800/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo/ The Intel Core 2 Duo Computer Processor is a new line of dual core processor that encompasses both power and energy efficiency. It uses new 64-bit architecture which enables twice the amount of information that the CPU can process at a time. It also features a Digital Thermal Sensor that is embedded in the CPU that measures the temperature to optimize the operation of the processor and system fans. The Core 2 Duo series also have Wide Dynamic Execution which improves the execution speed and efficiency of the processor, and with the exception of the certain processors in the series, most... Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:00:56 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-mobile-t8100/ The Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile T8100 is one of Intel's next generation of dual core processor for laptops that is more energy efficient yet powerful. The T8100 codenamed "Penryn" features 3 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 2.10 GHz, and a front side bus of 800 MHz. The CPU is on a 45nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Designed to be more efficient than Intel's previous generation of dual-cores, it has a Thermal Design Power of 35W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo Mobile. Features Core Clock Speed: 2.10GHz L2-cache: 3072KB Front Side Bus: 800MHz Thermal Design Power: 35W Socket: Socket P Release Date: January 6, 2008 Price:... Sat, 19 Jul 2008 17:01:00 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-mobile-t8100/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-e7200/ The Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 is one of Intel's next generation of dual core processor that is more energy efficient yet powerful. The E7200 codenamed "Wolfdale" is similar to the processors in its series, but it features only 3 MB of L2 cache, a core clock speed of 2.53 GHz, and a front side bus of 1066 MHz. Likewise with the E8190 processor, it also does not feature Intel Virtualization Technology, nor Intel Trusted Execution Technology. The CPU is still manufactured on a 45nm die and contains 2 processor cores. Designed to be more efficient than Intel's previous generation of dual-cores, it has a Thermal Design Power of 65W. For the full report, refer to Intel Core 2 Duo. Features... Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:15:44 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-duo-e7200/ http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme-mobile/ The Intel Core 2 Extreme Mobile Computer Processor is a new line of dual core processor that is designed with both power and energy efficiency for mobile computers. These processors, unlike the Core 2 Extreme Processors for desktops, have only two independent cores. It uses new 64-bit architecture which enables twice the amount of information that the CPU can process at a time. It also features a Digital Thermal Sensor that is embedded in the CPU that measures the temperature to optimize the operation of the processor. The Core 2 Extreme Mobile series also have Wide Dynamic Execution which improves the execution speed and efficiency of... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:36:07 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/intel-core-2-extreme-mobile/ http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-5600/ The AMD Athlon X2 5600+ is a high end dual core CPU from AMD. Running at 2.9GHz, the CPU maintains the status quo with a 65W TDP. Not really required for simple every-day tasks, the 5600+ is a good pick for those interested in gaming, encoding or utilizing a great deal of cpu power on a budget. AMD manufactures and sells two versions of this chip, the Windsor model runs both hotter (89W) and at a lower clock speed (2.8GHz) but has double the amount of L2 cache. Features Socket type: AM2 HT Speed: 2000MHz Core speed: 2.9GHz/2.8GHz depending L2 Cache:... Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:30:44 -0400 http://www.productwiki.com/amd-athlon-x2-5600/