VIA QuadCore processor combines low-cost and low-power with ‘adaptive overclocking’

Computex is coming up fast and with it we’re expecting a slew of new gear. The event will also mark the first public showing of VIA’s new x86 quad-core processors aptly named, QuadCore (pictured above center next to a Nano X2 ). The new procs are manufactured using 40nm processes and combine four Isaiah cores on two dies resulting in a Thermal Design Power of 27.5 watts. That low TDP allows VIA to make the nebulous claim that its first QuadCore L4700 processor is 21 percent more energy efficient than its nearest competitor while offering “awesome” multitasking and multimedia playback performance. Initially available at 1.2+GHz, the 64-bit native processor features adaptive overclocking (think Intel Turbo Boost ) for dynamic clock adjustments up to 1.46GHz, a 4MB L2 cache, and 1333MHz front-side bus. Oh, and the QuadCores are pin-to-pin compatible with VIA Eden, C7, Nano E-Series, and Eden X2 processors. We’ll bring you more on these supposed low-cost procs when we see them demoed first hand in Taipei starting May 31st. Until then, click though for the full press release or hit up the more coverage links below for an in-depth preview. Continue reading VIA QuadCore processor combines low-cost and low-power with ‘adaptive overclocking’ VIA QuadCore processor combines low-cost and low-power with ‘adaptive overclocking’ originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 12 May 2011 03:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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