Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) introduced AMD Turion 64 X2 mobile technology, the first family of 64-bit dual-core processors designed for thin and light notebook PCs. AMD is also bringing 64-bit computing to the Mobile AMD Sempron processor family.
Chris Cloran, vice president, AMD mobile division, said, “AMD is first to market with the only 64-bit dual-core mobile processor, driving the wave of next-generation mobile platforms that are ready today to run the upcoming 64-bit version of Microsoft Windows Vista. This is advanced mobile technology for the office or home, packing dual-core processing for extreme multi-tasking, 64-bit computing, extended battery life and cutting-edge technology from industry leaders in wireless, connectivity and graphics.”
Ted Clark, senior vice president and general manager, notebook global business unit, HP, stated, "AMD dual-core technology will help provide HP consumer and commercial notebook customers the freedom to work and play virtually anytime, anywhere. Our consumer notebooks based on AMD's Turion 64 X2 mobile technology, including the latest HP Pavilion and Compaq Presario models, offer outstanding performance, mobile entertainment and a stylish new look."
AMD Turion 64 X2 mobile technology is based on the same Direct Connect Architecture featured in the AMD Opteron and AMD Athlon 64 X2 processors, providing high-speed links between cores, memory and I/O for increased system performance.
Mika Krammer, director, Windows Client Mobility Group, noted, “In support of the design of Windows Vista, it is crucial to choose processors that will provide an optimal experience for the various ways in which notebooks are used. The new and powerful AMD Turion 64 dual-core mobile technology is an excellent choice for Windows Vista.”
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