Advanced Micro Devices Inc. has announced the addition of its Phenom triple-core processors to its desktop roadmap.
The Phenom triple-core processors integrate three computational cores on a single die of silicon. Offering state-of-the-art platforms and a next-generation architecture with expected availability in the first quarter of 2008, the x-86 triple-core desktop chip will ship in 2007, officials said.
"With our advanced multi-core architecture, AMD is in a unique position to enable a wider range of premium desktop solutions, providing a smarter choice for customers and end users," said Greg White, vice president and general manager, desktop division, at Sunnyvale, Calif.-based AMD, in a statement. "This innovation is a direct result of our development of the industry's first true, native quad-core design, coupled with AMD's manufacturing flexibility, to create multi-core processors in two, three, and four computational core configurations on a single die of silicon. As a customer-centric company, AMD is committed to working with our OEMs to deliver compelling value propositions across their multi-core product families with capabilities that address their requirements and aspirations."