Submission + - AMD Phenom Processors Debut, Single Chip Quad Core
bigwophh writes: AMD has taken the wraps off their next generation quad-core CPU formerly code-named
Barcelona, now known as the
Phenom FX, Phenom X4 and Phenox X2 family of processors. Interesting
notables are that the chip will have up to 4 HT links and 512KB of L2
cache per core, along with 2MB of shared L3 cache. In addition, word is
that the memory controller has been tweaked for higher performance and support
for 128-bit SSE instructions has been added as well. With a pair of Phenom
quad cores, coupled with the
just launched ATI 2000 series graphics, octa-core systems can be configured
as well in what AMD is calling their FASN8 platform for enthusiasts.