AMD Sets New Mark in x86 Innovation with Detailed Disclosures of Two New Core Designs

At HOT CHIPS 22, AMD reveals new details on its two next-generation x86 processor core implementations, including AMDs unique approach to high-performance, multi-threaded computing, as well as a sub one-watt capable low-power design. The two new designs, codenamed “Bulldozer” for high-performance PC and server markets, and “Bobcat” for low-power notebook and small form-factor desktop markets, were designed from the ground-up to address specific customer requirements and compute workloads. The new cores are central to AMD's future roadmap, including the AMD Fusion Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) products and AMD's new high-performance server and client CPUs.