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Intel's double-fast CPUs.

Authors :
Nance, B.
Source :
Byte.com. May92, Vol. 17 Issue 5, p114. 7p. 2 Color Photographs, 1 Diagram, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Discusses Intel's 486 chip, the DX2, which operates internally at twice the clock speed of the rest of the system, thereby adding to the system's performance without adding greatly to its overall cost. How the 50-MHz 486DX2 works; Impact of the DX2; Results of performance tests; Buying considerations; DX2's role in Intel's marketing strategy; DX2 as upgrade to 486SX machines. INSET: Byte action summary; The twice-as-fast chip.;A tale of two....

Subjects

Subjects :
*SEMICONDUCTORS

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03605280
Volume :
17
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Byte.com
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
9207271182