Expect more 45nm AMD desktop processors

According to The Inquirer, chip maker AMD is likely to shift production of its desktop CPUs to the 45nm process technology soon. This should happen by Q3 this year, and will be preceded by the launch of no less than 10 low-power CPUs. This is thought to include the likes of the Phenom II X4 905e, Phenom II X3 705e and the Athlon II X4 605e, says the website.

Meanwhile, rival Intel has plans for three quad-core Lynnfield CPUs in the third quarter with prices ranging from $196 to $562 in 1,000-unit tray quantities. These will likely be launched just after AMD's offerings.

The competition will certainly make for more varieties of laptops and desktops, when the holiday season rolls around.

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