AMD Debuts New Geode Processor

By Ian Bell Updated May 23, 2005

From the press release:

The industry standard x86 architecture, low power consumption and excellent performance makes the AMD Geode LX processor ideal for a wide variety of consumer electronics and computing markets, including multimedia devices, single-board computers, access devices and other general embedded applications. Examples of products that would benefit from the AMD Geode LX processor’s capabilities include HDTVs, IP set-top boxes, thin clients, point-of-sale kiosks and Windows-powered tablet PCs. Furthermore, new categories of x86-based mobile multimedia devices that merge full desktop computing functionality with small form factor, battery-powered portability are now possible.

Offering the industry’s highest performance per watt, the AMD Geode LX processor provides increased memory bandwidth through a DDR interface and enhanced I/O throughput with USB2.0. With these technical enhancements, engineers are free to design innovative products without compromising battery life, size, mobility or performance. In addition, the processor’s ability to optimize Windows XP and XP Embedded offers simplified programming and a familiar environment for consumers.

The AMD Geode LX 800@0.9W processor is the newest low-power, high-performance processor in the AMD Geode Solutions family. The portfolio of AMD Geode processors reflects AMD’s commitment to its customers, allowing design engineers to leverage the large existing x86 software base, and the benefits of low-power, high-performance solutions. By providing embedded x86 solutions that range from less than one to 14 watts, AMD gives designers the ability to select the processor that best meets their individual needs.

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