Intel names upcoming PC, laptop processors
Formerly codenamed Conroe and Merom, the Intel Core2 Duo processors for desktop and notebooks PCs respectively are based on Intel Core micro-architecture, and will include two processing cores – or brains – per chip, hence the ‘Duo’ addition. Intel will also call its highest performing processor for gamers the Intel Core2 Extreme processor.
These processors will be built on Intel’s 65nm design and manufacturing process technology that shrinks a processor’s circuitry and transistors.
This combination aims to deliver processors that will spur more capable, stylish, silent and smaller mobile and desktop PCs while saving on electricity usage.
Says Eric Kim, Intel senior vice-president and chief marketing officer: “We want these processors to be the heart and soul of computers that are increasingly bringing magic to our digital lifestyles.”
Having a common micro-architecture for the consumer, gaming, notebook and business desktop market segments is intended to make it easier for computer developers to create more efficient software applications.
Starting with these brands, the “2” will signal the arrival of a new generation of technology to the Intel Core processor line.
In order to be consistent with current Intel Core processor naming, Intel will continue to use such terms as “Duo” to creatively and effectively indicate the number of processing cores per product.
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