AMD Phenom II X4 965 Rev. C3: Taking Power Down a Notch

Processor - Nov 04, 2009 | 07:00 PM

While Bulldozer and 32 nm processors from AMD will not show up for some time yet, AMD is taking off the wraps of a new revision of the 45 nm Deneb core. The X4 965 was a 140 watt TDP critter, and now it has been tamed to a slightly more manageable 125 watts. Let's see how this affects performance and overclocking!

Intel Westmere Architecture and Clarkdale Processor Preview

Processor - Sep 27, 2009 | 01:00 AM

Intel took some time to preview its upcoming Westmere processors, Clarkdale and Arrandale, during this past week at the Intel Developer Forum. The new CPUs will combine a dual-core Nehalem-based design with on-chip integrated graphics to create a high-performance, low power and low cost CPU for the mainstream PC user. Stop in to see if you will be picking one of these up this winter.

AMD Athlon II X4 620 and X4 630 Quad-core Processors Review - Redefining Budget Machines

Processor - Sep 15, 2009 | 11:16 PM

The latest quad cores are relatively tiny as compared to their older brothers and the competition from Intel. While these are not barn burners when it comes to performance, AMD is hoping that the combination of available performance and budget pricing will prove to be irresistible to users and OEMs alike.

Intel Core i7-860 Lynnfield Processor Review - Best value in processors?

Processor - Sep 15, 2009 | 03:00 AM

Intel's Lynnfield processors have been getting a lot of attention recently but one SKU left out of the parade has been the Core i7-860. Coming in just a bit higher than the Core i5-750, the i7-860 adds support for HyperThreading technology and thus should see noticeable improvements in certain applications. We take the new CPU for a spin in our benchmark suite and judge it on performance-per-watt and performance-per-dollar.

AMD Introduces New Mainstream and Ultra-Portable Platforms

Processor - Sep 12, 2009 | 01:00 PM

The Tigris and "Codename formerly known as Congo" are two new notebook platforms that aim for the mainstream and ultra-portable marketplaces. While we have seen these products before, the combination of tuning and manufacturing changes allows them to fit into the mobile market. The extra boost could give AMD a nice set of weapons to further improve their marketshare in the mobile space.

Intel Lynnfield Core i7-870 and Core i5-750 Processor Review

Processor - Sep 08, 2009 | 12:00 AM

Today Intel is officially releasing the Lynnfield processor that many of us have been waiting for since the release of Nehalem last year. This time around we find better frequency scaling, lower prices and performance that will simply blow you away for the money and power it will cost you to run it. Intel's dominance simply can't be debated anymore.

AMD Phenom II X4 965 Review: Watt's the Problem Here?

Processor - Aug 13, 2009 | 12:00 AM

AMD has released another high end processor into the fray, and Intel had better watch out. Sorta. While aimed at the Q9550 and Q9650 parts, the X4 965 is priced at a competitive $245, thereby pushing all of the previous Phenom IIs before it into much more affordable territories. Not all is perfect with this chip, but does its imperfections cause it to fall when facing the competition? Read on...

Some Initial Thoughts on Propus, AMD's Quad-core Athlon

Processor - Jun 26, 2009 | 02:00 PM

Recently the first die shot of the upcoming Propus class of processors showed up, and I took a good long look at it to figure out how it will affect AMD's lineup, and if it will be the next big thing in the budget quad core market. From what I have seen, things look surprisingly good...

Intel Updates Nehalem: Core i7-975 Processor Review

Processor - Jun 03, 2009 | 12:00 AM

Intel has refreshed the Nehalem line of Core i7 CPUs today by introducing the new Core i7-975 EE and Core i7-950 processor. These two new offerings are replacing the Core i7-965 and i7-940 in terms of pricing though they of course bump up the frequency one bin or so. Come in and see how the fastest desktop processor in the world performs!

AMD's New X2s: Redeeming AMD's Dual Core Market

Processor - Jun 01, 2009 | 09:00 PM

It has been several years since AMD released a true desktop dual core processor, and finally they have delivered with the Athlon II X2 250. They have also released a Phenom II based X2 that could be the new darling of budget enthusiasts everywhere. We explore the performance of these new parts, as well as try our hand at overclocking to see where we go. While they might not be world beater's, they certainly give AMD a fighting chance in the dual core market.

Intel Fined $1.45 Billion by EU for Antitrust Violations

Processor - May 13, 2009 | 03:00 PM

Today a $1.45 billion fine was handed down to Intel for antitrust and anti-competitive practices in the European markets. We take a look at the summary judgment, both Intel's and AMD's initial response and just how the decision might after the consumer.

AMD Phenom II X4 955 Processor Review - AM3 gets serious

Processor - Apr 23, 2009 | 12:00 AM

AMD has finally released their high end AM3 processor, and it certainly does not disappoint. While AM3 does not propel the X4 955 to new heights, there are certainly enough extra features and overclocking headroom to make this a exciting and desirable product.

The Likely Delay of Intel's Core i5 Processor and Derivatives

Processor - Apr 17, 2009 | 10:00 AM

Last year the industry was expecting Intel to roll out the Nehalem architecture based i5 processors for the mainstream market by the beginning of Summer, 2009. The Computex was thought to be one giant showing of motherboards supporting the upcoming LGA-1156 products, but changes in competition and the rough economic times look to have made Intel shelve its plans to release a new midrange monster.

Intel 32nm Westmere CPU and Roadmap Updates

Processor - Feb 10, 2009 | 03:00 PM

Intel had a press and analyst meeting today to go over its newest roadmap and the changes it has seen courtesy of the economy and a ramping up of 32nm process technology. We got to see some more specifics on the first CPU with integrated graphics, a six-core Nehalem processor for 2010 and plans for mobility and mainstream markets in 2009.

Intel Atom 330 Dual-core Processor Review

Processor - Feb 10, 2009 | 11:00 AM

Intel is finally bringing the low-cost PC world a dual-core version of the wildly popular Atom processor with the Atom 330. The CPU runs at 1.6 GHz and sports a pair of cores that both support HyperThreading for a total of four threads of computing. Will the Atom 330 revolutionize the performance levels of netbooks?

Phenom II X4 810 and X3 720 Processor Review - DDR3 Arrives for AMD

Processor - Feb 09, 2009 | 12:01 AM

AMD is unveiling their AM3 platform today with the launch of the Phenom II X4 810 and the Phenom II X3 720. These sub $200 processors are paving the way for DDR-3 support with AMD processors. While their support for DDR-3 is nice, they still are compatible with AM2+ sockets and DDR-2 support. These two processors help to flesh out AMD's offerings for the budget marketplace, and should allow AMD to transition that much faster to all 45 nm parts.

AMD Phenom II X4 940 Review - Not the Second Coming

Processor - Jan 08, 2009 | 10:12 AM

AMD is unleashing its first 45 nm processor, and while it is a large step in the right direction, AMD still has a tough mountain to climb to compete with Intel and their Core 2 Quad and i7 processors. While the Phenom II is not a world beater, it certainly puts AMD in a much more competitive position.

Kuma? Sorta... AMD Releases their Dual Core Phenom

Processor - Dec 22, 2008 | 12:00 AM

This week AMD released the long awaited Kuma, and while performance is surprisingly competitive with what Intel has in the market, the real story is how this strange little processor came to market.

ATI Stream Computing: From the desktop to the datacenter

Processor - Nov 13, 2008 | 08:00 AM

NVIDIA and the CUDA programming model have been getting all the attention for GPGPU computing recently but AMD wants to fight back with news of its update to the ATI Stream programming model that will include a completely free transcoding application in December.

Nehalem Revolution: Intel's Core i7 Processor Complete Review

Processor - Nov 02, 2008 | 12:00 AM

Intel's Nehalem-based Core i7 processors have been the discussion of the tech world for over two years as we have tracked their development, the technology inside the architecture and the performance they might bring. No more guessing is required though: the Core i7 CPUs are here and we have all the performance and analysis you need to understand Intel's newest processor technology.

Inside the Nehalem: Intel's New Core i7 Microarchitecture

Processor - Aug 25, 2008 | 09:00 AM

Intel shared more on the upcoming Intel Nehalem architecture last week at IDF and we have detailed all the nuts and bolts for you here in an easy to digest manner. Come in and see why Nehalem, with its on-die memory controller, integrated power control logic and new Turbo Mode will make whatever you have now obsolete.

VIA Nano and Intel Atom Review - Battle of the Tiny CPUs

Processor - Jul 29, 2008 | 11:00 AM

The VIA Nano processor, formerly known as Isaiah, is finally benchmarked and tested against the Intel Atom platform. Which of these two budget processors and systems is going to be the best value? Come in and read our review of the Nano and Atom CPUs to find out!

AMD Continues Support and Development with Havok Physics

Processor - Jun 12, 2008 | 01:00 AM

AMD just announced that they are working with Havok on physics acceleration, but probably not how you thought. Nope, nothing about GPUs and Havok working together again, it seems that ship has sailed. But did you know that Havok's APIs work with CPUs too??

Computex 2008: VIA and NVIDIA Begin Beautiful Friendship

Processor - Jun 06, 2008 | 12:00 AM

VIA and NVIDIA announced a commitment to work together on creating a platform that will compete against the Intel Atom processor that combines VIA's Nano CPU and NVIDIA's discrete GPUs. Can this partnership hold of Intel's assault into mini-ITX?

AMD Phenom versus Athlon X2: Something Old, Something New...

Processor - May 30, 2008 | 12:00 PM

While much has been made of Phenom's lack of performance when compared to the Intel Core 2 based products, I was curious how much faster the Phenom was than the older Athlon X2. It turns out that AMD had been quite busy under the hood, and the results were more impressive than I had originally expected.

VIA Nano Processor Preview - Isaiah Gets Official

Processor - May 29, 2008 | 02:30 AM

VIA's Isaiah processor architecture has been getting a lot of attention for being a strong competitor to Intel's Atom line of processors for the ULV CPU segment. Today VIA is officially unveiling the new Nano Processor line for mainstream desktops, notebooks and mini-notes (to name a few) and the specifications look impressive.

AMD Phenom X3 8750 2.4 GHz Triple-Core Processor Review

Processor - Apr 23, 2008 | 12:00 AM

AMD's triple-core processors are finally available to the public and are based on the B3-stepping that no longer has the dreaded TLB and performance issues. Can these sub-$200 processors convince you that three cores are better than two? When is getting that fourth core more valuable?

War for Visual Computing: Why AMD Could Have the Best Chance

Processor - Apr 17, 2008 | 11:00 AM

The past week has been rampant with discussion on the new war that is brewing between NVIDIA and Intel but there was one big player left out of the story: AMD. It would seem that both sides seem to have written this competitor out but we think quite the opposite.

Intel Atom Processor Officially Announced - More from IDF

Processor - Apr 02, 2008 | 04:00 AM

Intel's IDF show is starting this morning in Shanghai and details of Intel's Atom release are finally creeping in. Though we don't have the full details on the architecture quite yet, we do have some interesting information about it to share.

AMD Phenom X4 9850 Processor Review - Long Awaited B3

Processor - Mar 27, 2008 | 02:00 AM

Since the revelation that AMD's first Phenom processors had an erratum in them the company has worked around the clock to get a fix out in the form of a new B3 stepping of the CPU core. They are here and not only fix the bug but increase clock speeds and performance to boot!

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