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CPU Charts 2007
Tom's Interactive CPU Charts offer the most comprehensive x86 processor comparison on the Internet. The 2007 edition includes as many as 91 AMD and Intel desktop processors, which we tested across 35 individual benchmarks under Windows Vista. The benchmarks include industry standard software as well as popular workloads across multiple application categories, allowing you to find the CPU that meets your requirements (see benchmark details below the charts). The Charts are also a valuable tool if you want to check how your computer stacks up against current hardware. The 2007 charts include three different processor generations, starting with AMD's Socket 939 Athlons and Semprons, and including all Pentium 4 and Pentium D processors that were released for Socket 775.
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Tom's Interactive Mobile CPU Charts focus on popular mobile processors, which are used in laptops and notebooks because of their increased energy efficiency.

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AMD adds new flagship Athlon 64 X2 processors 5400+, 5600+
December 12, 2006 – 1:23 PM
AMD today launched new dual-core mainstream processors in order to regain at least some of its competitiveness in the segment of higher-end mainstream processors. The new 5400+ and 5600+ bring an increase of clock speed and are squarely aimed at Intel's Core 2 Duo E6600 and E6700 processors.
Intel unleashes quad-core processors
November 14, 2006 – 1:02 AM
Intel is firing up the second stage of its Core microarchitecture: Not quite four months after the company regained the performance crown in the desktop and DP server processor segment, Intel is first to launch CPUs with four cores: The Core 2 Extreme QX6700 rings in a new era for desktop processors, while the Xeon 5300 series spearheads the firm's DP server lineup.
Intel: Processors are not just about Gigahertz
March 22, 2004 – 4:52 PM
Intel will launch with its upcoming Dothan processor a new numbering system. As the company confirmed, the new number won't give a general indication how fast the chip really is. Instead, it will be based on the feature set of the processor.
AMD challenges Intel with 35W, 65W desktop processors
May 16, 2006 – 12:30 AM
Performance-per-watt is the name of the game in today's microprocessor market: Intel will be launching a new architecture in the third quarter of this year to cut power consumption of its processors in half, while AMD apparently has still enough potential in its current chips to answer - and actually surpass Intel's power numbers.
AMD launches Turion 64 mobile processors, competes with Intel's Centrino
March 10, 2005 – 10:49 AM
AMD announced on Thursday its new mobile processor that will allow the company to compete with Intel's Pentium M chip and Centrino mobile platform. The company promises longer battery life, as well as latest graphics and wireless capabilities with its 64-bit Turion product.

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New Processors On Old Boards: Adapters From Upgradeware for Socket 370 and Socket 423
September 24, 2002 – 1:08 PM in Buyer's Guides
Because architectures and manufacturer support change so quickly, the life expectancy of the average computer is only couple of years. Upgradeware supplies adapters so that even older motherboards can run the fastest processors.
Processors On The Rocks: Asetek's VapoChill
November 3, 2000 – 12:04 PM
Are you interested in running your high-end processor at 30-60% higher clock speed and don't hesitate to spend $650 on that? Then you should have a close look at Asetek's new VapoChill. It cools down any Socket370 or SocketA processor to -19°C (-2°F) and your overclocking orgy can begin.
Intel unleashes first quad-core processors: Overview and upcoming processors
November 12, 2006 – 7:10 PM in INTEL
Intel's first quad-core processors are out the gate. This picture shows Intel's new flagship processor Core 2 Extreme QX6700.
Dual Core Processors For Low-Power, High-Performance Desktops
April 24, 2006 – 6:07 AM
Intel's Core Duo is worth serious consideration if you care about performance, low noise and high efficiency in a PC system. We compared it to efficiency specialists Pentium M and Turion 64, but found the Athlon 64 X2 to be a potential show-stopper.
Processors On The Rocks VOL. 2
December 21, 2000 – 12:04 PM in AMD/ATI
We supplied you with the technology and physics behind Asetek's super cooling solution and now we finally deliver the actual test results. Can Vapochill live up to Asetek's claims? Is it the new overclocker's dream?

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Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Dual Core Processor

Based on Intel Core microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Duo processor family is designed to provide energy-efficient performance so you can do more...