CPU Guide
CPU Articles
Six Cores Coming Soon - Opteron Turns Six
It's been six years since AMD debuted its Opteron server chips that shook up the industry. And the chipmaker marked the occasion by launching a whole slew of new Opteron models, including a surprise announcement. Check out all the new updates here!
To DDR3 or Not - AM3 Phenom II DDR3 Performance Drilldown
The new AM3 Phenom II processors have proven to be quite the competitor against Intel's offerings in the mainstream segment. Do these DDR2/DDR3 compatible CPUs get a performance boost by going DDR3? We find out what DDR3 brings to the table.
Intel's 2009 CPU Roadmap & the 32nm Westmere Connection
We've barely passed the first month of 2009 and Intel spilled the beans of detailed CPU roadmap updates for the rest of the year as well as 2010. Read on to find out more on the integrated GPU processor Clarkdale and the hex-core Gulftown monster!
AMD Does DDR3 - The AM3 Phenom II
AMD's long awaited move to DDR3 happens today, as it is launching five new Phenom II models using its AM3 938-pin socket. These processors support both DDR2 and DDR3 memory, making them compatible with old and new motherboards alike. Do they have what it takes to compete with Intel?
AMD's Dragon Unleashed - Overclocking the Phenom II
One of the more significant advantages that AMD touts of its new Phenom II chip is its ability to overclock higher than its predecessor. Is this overclocking edge sufficient to restore the enthusiasts' faith in AMD? We pushed our Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition to find out.
"Here Be Dragons" - AMD Phenom II
AMD's much awaited shift to 45nm for its processors finally hits the consumer space with the Phenom II, the streamlined and more energy efficient sequel to the Phenom. Read on to find out if this new chip along with AMD's Dragon platform can turn the tide.
Sustaining Moore's Law - 10 Years of the CPU
Over the years, we have seen the central processing unit or CPU of the computer shrink from the size of a house to that of a stamp while its raw processing power has increased exponentially. We take a look at how far CPUs have progressed in the last 10 years and the major highlights from 1998 to 2008.
Core i7 Overclocking and Graphics Performance Update
We've detailed and dissected the performance of the new Core i7 architecture with the top-end processor and today we extend that coverage with a little overclocking update as well as newer findings with a more powerful graphics subsystem. Will the Core i7 shine in these areas? That's what we intend to find out.
Changing for the Future - Intel's Core i7
Intel finally took the wraps off its latest processor, the Core i7. Based on the long-awaited Nehalem architecture that radically changes the Intel platform from the ground up, the Core i7 sweeps into town bringing along a new chipset and the return of an old Pentium 4 feature. Does it make the grade?
Intel Extends x86 Architecture into SoC Arena
Intel has been planning on penetrating the MID and handheld markets with the Atom processor, but the CPU is just one part of the equation in the platform. Though today's announcement of Intel's first SoC product is targeted at the embedded applications space, it is a sign of more to come. More details inside.
Articles by Product Categories
Just Launched
-
The Intel Core i7-3770 starts with 3.4GHz with a maximum clock frequency of 3.9MHz. It has an integrated graphics core that goes up to 1150M...
-
With a base clock of 3.4GHz reaching up to 3.8GHz, the Intel Core i5-3570K has an integrated graphics core which goes up to 1150MHz.
-
With a base clock of 3.3GHz reaching up to 3.7GHz, the Intel Core i5-3550 has an integrated graphics core which goes up to 1150MHz.
-
With a base clock of 3.1GHz reaching up to 3.5GHz, the Intel Core i5-3450 has an integrated graphics core which goes up to 1100MHz.