Rumors or Reality- The new AMD FX-8570 ????

There is a possibly that AMD will release it's new processor FX-8570 :-

Rumors:-

Clock:- 4.3 Ghz with turbo upto 4.7 Ghz
Cores:- 8 Cores
Threads :- 8 Threads
L1 Cache-  256 KB/ 128 KB
L2 Cache-  8MB
L3 Cache-  8MB
TDP- 125W

AMD is really good when it comes to base clock of the processor's. As we can see that this processor is having a base clock of 4.3 Ghz, also the octa-core model will be performing above all the processors of Intel, rumor says. The cache of the AMD  FX-8570 is also much higher, hence we can expect a fast response of the processor in applications as well as gaming.

Also, the motherboard manufacturer is ASRock, where the Crosshair series is manufactured by Asus.
Thought we did have a official word from any of the Asus team, nor AMD, we are not sure whether the above results and conclusions are true.
If this is a reality, then will it just be a rebranded version of the FX-8350 or will be a beast? We have to wait till the time comes. If this processor is going to hit the processor in future then this means AMD is giving a stiff competition for the Intel and stopping it from market domination.

The above results indicate a new GPU Radeon HD 8970, which can also be a rumor. Will this GPU come up with a 8 GB memory ? Also, will it require a 1000W PSU? Well no one knows for sure, but if it comes, it will be surely be better than the AMD HD 7970 6GB overclocked DDR5 edition .

Conclusion :-

Whether this is a reality of rumor, we have to wait till the times comes. Will this processor give of stiff competition to the new Intel Haswell processor line up or will it completely crush them? We don't know as of yet .
AMD always comes up with different ideas for selling their products and the main part about AMD is the price/ performace ratio. 

Is Intel G2010- Ivy Bridge bang for the buck ?

As I was searching through the Internet, I did not find any good reviews on Intel G2010 which is Intel's 3rd generation processor. Let us see what this processor has to offer us :- 

Specification of G2010 :-  $62.50

2.8 GHz Clock Speed
22 nm Manufacturing Process
64-bit Architechture
55 W Maximum Thermal Design Power (TDP)
FCLGA1155 Socket Type
2 Cores
Desktop Processor


1) First we talk about is clock speed :-


As you can see the Intel G2010 is clocked at 2.8 Ghz which is not a large clock, hence this processor is a low power processor which cannot handle CPU rich features like Quick Sync Video, InTru 3D or Clear Video HD technology.
The Intel HD Graphics on the processor is clocked at 650 Mhz, but if there is a possiblity for extra consumption of Graphics , this baby can temporarily boost up the graphic frequency upto 1.05 Ghz. This is a great advantage for consumers who are more graphic oriented ( Video, Movies, Gaming, Animation etc. ).
Since there is a slight advantage of the Ivy Bridge over the Sandy bridge architecture, this means that this processor will perform equal to Intel G860 which is Intel's second generation Sandy Bridge processor.
Also, the processor does not support hyper-threading and turbo boost technology which futher reduces the processor's task's performing power.

2) Second we talk about TDP :-

As you can see the TDP of the Intel G2010 is just 55w. This means that the processor is not power hungry and this is a good news for consumers who don't need the extra power for extensive power hungry applications. This will help you save tons of electricity bill.
Lower the TDP the less power will the processor need to dissipate heat in the surroindings and vice versa. It should be noted that usually the TDP is lower for low power processors and vice versa.

3) Third we talk about Cache :-

For more information on Cache you can visit :- What is Cache?

It should be noted that the Intel G2010 comes with L3 Cache, this is a good news for gamers who are more keen on the L3 cache. The performance boost by L3 cache varies from 2-50%, it just depends on the game. Thought much of the gaming performance boost is given by the core performance and the number of cores present.
Like the earlier "G" series processors this baby will be preferred for low budget gamers. Combined with a decent GPU, the Intel G2010 can give a good gaming performance.

Conclusion:-

If you are on a tight budget and do not want a much powerful PC , then Intel G2010 is your best option. This processor is bang for the buck, but I wont recommend you to upgrade your existing systems to Intel G2010. This processor can be upgraded to i3,i5,i7 for performance boost.
Intel G2010 was made keeping in mind the budget oriented section.
Also, the final thing to note is the Intel G2010 does support 3 Displays. This a good thing for office computer which requires multiple screens but low power.

AMD A4-3300 VS AMD A4-5300

Today we are going to compare the two low cost APU's from AMD.

NOTE:-
APU ( ACCELERATED PROCESSING UNIT) = CPU ( CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT ) + GPU (GRAPHIC PROCESSING UNIT)


To start off with the specifications:-

Key Features of AMD 2.5 GHz FM1 uPGA A4 3300 Processor :-  $39.99

2.5 GHz Clock Speed
FM1 uPGA Socket Type
65 W Maximum TDP
2 Cores
32 nm Manufacturing Process
Integrated Graphics
128 KB (L1)
512 KB (L2)

Key Features of AMD 3.4 GHz FM2 A4-5300 Processor :-   $54.99


2 Cores
Desktop Processors
3.4 GHz Clock Speed
FM2 Socket Type
DDR3-1866 Memory
32 nm Manufacturing Process
Integrated Graphics
96 KB (L1)
512 KB (L2)

Both the processors are dual core's processors. But one thing to be noted down is the frequency difference between the two. The AMD 5300 is clocked at much higher frequency than the AMD 3300. Will the extra clock provide the boost and required power to the APU, we will see this later.

1) First we start with the motherboard socket :-

Socket FM1 is for AMD's 1st generation APUs (CPU core + GPU core) known as Llano. Socket FM2 is for AMD's 2nd generation APUs called Trinity.  Trinity will also be used by the upcoming Richland APU later this year and the highly anticipated Kaveri APU that is supposed to be released in 2014 (maybe early 2015). Socket FM1 is dead and Llano APUs will not fit in socket FM2.

2) Second we move on to clock frequency :-


As we can clearly see the A4-5300 is the clear winner with clock of 3.4 Ghz whereas it's 2.5 Ghz in case of A4-3300. This means that the A4-5300 will execute the instructions quickly as compared to A4-3300. But, note that this is not always the true case, sometimes a processor with lower clock can beat a processor with higher clock. it just depends upon the benchmarks.


3) Third is the TDP :- 

TDP stand for thermal design power. It is the maximum amount of power the cooling system in a computer is required to dissipate. The TDP is typically not the most power the chip could ever draw, such as by a power virus, but rather the maximum power that it would draw when running "real applications".


Note:-
Lower the TDP the less power will the processor need to dissipate the heat in the surrounding and vice versa. Usually lower TDP is associated with processors having low power, whereas higher in the processors with large processing power.

The lower the TDP the better is for the CPU and power conservation.

4) Fourth is Cache :-

A CPU cache is a cache used by the central processing unit of a computer to reduce the average time to access memory.


If you want more information on cache please click here :- Cache along with levels

5) Fifth and the final is the GPU :- 

AMD A4-3300 :-


The graphics unit, implemented on the AMD A4-3300M, is Radeon HD 6480G, clocked at 444 MHz. The HD 6480G incorporates 240 shader units, which can be used for 3D graphics acceleration, as well as for acceleration of non-graphics applications.
In addition to CPU cores and the graphics processing unit, the A4-Series 3300M includes Universal Video Decoder (UVD) 3.0, used for acceleration of video decoding, as well as memory and PCI Express 2.0 controllers. On-chip DDR3 memory controller has two channels, and it supports standard and low-voltage memory with data rates up to 1333 MHz.


AMD A4-5300 :-


The GPU on the AMD A4-5300 is HD 7480D which is a higher version of HD 6480G which is clocked at 723 Mhz. This means the performance of the HD 7480D is approximately 19% more than the HD 6480G.



Conclusion:-

Thought both of the processors are bang for the buck, the AMD A4-5300 is a clear winner as it is newer version. The AMD offers complete ang for the buck as there is no need to buy a discrete graphics cards. There processors are good if you want to play some old games 2000-2008 , and the APU are also capable of playing HD videos which makes it a greater choice for the low budget PC. 

Intel Core i7-4770K Listed By Dutch Retailer for Preorder

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A Chinese web-site has complete review published a review of Intel Corp.’s Core i7-4770K “Haswell” microprocessor that covers performance in different applications. If the review is to be believed, then the new micro-architecture has no obvious benefits compared to the existing chips. It looks like the main benefit of Haswell chips against the existing generation lies only in the integrated graphics.

Just as expected, thanks to the highly-parallel architecture of its general-purpose cores, Intel Core i7-4770K (with HyperThreading enabled) microprocessor does offer substantial performance advantage over existing Core i7-3770K microprocessor in applications that traditionally benefit from multi-core chips, according to a review published by ChinaDaily web-site. Besides, the new Haswell micro-architecture has a completely reworked memory controller.




Intel Core i7-4770K central processing units shows noticeable performance advantage against predecessor in Fritz Chess and MediaCoder benchmarks, but its performance is generally in line with its predecessor. The chip’s speed is behind the Core i7-3770K in some applications, including WinRAR.

Even though Intel Core i-series 4000-family “Haswell” chips do not necessarily shine in all types of tests, this could be attributed to early mainboard/BIOS revisions and/or software and drivers versions. Besides, in new applications tailored for the latest chips, Haswell will offer better results thanks to new AVX2 and FMA3 instructions.

Intel did not comment on the news-story.

AMD launched a couple of new Piledriver-based CPUs in the last month, and here they are the FX-4350 and FX-6350 .

While rumors float that AMD could be purchased by its chief rival Intel, AMD is trying to go about its daily business of selling computer chips. To that end, the company has introduced two new processors, while dropping the price on a number of others.
(Image: AMD)

The new CPUs are part of the FX family of performance chips. The FX-4350 consists of four "Vishera" cores each clocked at 4.2GHZ, with a turbo frequency of 4.3GHz, while the FX-6350 has six cores running at 3.9GHz and 4.2GHz in turbo mode. Each new processor has a TDP of 125 watts — far higher than the 95 watts of the FX-4300 and FX-6300 — and features 8MB of L3 cache. The FX-4350 is priced at $122, and the FX-6350 would set you back $10 more.

The day after AMD announced these new processors, it disclosed that it was reducing the price on 10 older chips, including the ones that the new CPUs are replacing. The FX-4300 is now $14 cheaper, at $108, while the FX-6300 is $20 less, at $112. A third FX processor, the eight-core FX-8320, is now $153, down $16 from its original price.

A half-dozen A series processors have also seen their prices trimmed — $10 off in the case of the A6-5400K, A8-5500, and A8-5600K. The biggest reduction comes to the A6-3600, which gets an 18.9 percent reduction to $77. The ancient (in processor terms) Phenom II X4 965 BE also gets a cut, from $91 to $81.

Does Everyone Need a Computer?

''SHOULD I learn to program?'' and ''Do I have to learn to program?'' are two variants of the question probably most asked by people testing the waters of computer ownership. The answer usually boils down to an emphatic ''that depends..., but probably not.''

The professed need to learn programming has become an adjunct of that now all-too-familiar term ''computer literacy.'' Somehow the idea of being computer illiterate has been foisted upon the public as a handicap and horror that in today's world of high technology may be even worse than being illiterate in the traditional sense of the word. But the analogy is a false one that has gained acceptance because of fear of the unknown or paying too much heed to ''authorities'' who are either recent converts to computerdom or its purveyors.

True, computers are part and parcel of our daily lives now. Personal computers will be even more so in the near future, certainly at work, although perhaps not quite as vital a part of the home as the advertising would have us believe. And, true, a computer without programs is as useful as a rusty fishhook in the middle of the Gobi.

But does this mean that whoever wants to use a computer must also write the software for it? Would someone purchasing an automobile for a cross-country trip first study cartography, then proceed to obtain aerial and satellite photographs of the proposed route, and finally draw a detailed map for the whole journey? Hardly. It is far easier to go to the A.A.A. and get standard maps or that organization's special trip sheets.

Cartography is fascinating. So, for that matter, is the writing of software. But most people have to consider how much time they can spare for such an undertaking. It is not for nothing that programmers speak of software development in terms of man-years, and it is not uncommon for programmers to put in 12- to 14- hour days trying to finish a project. Do you have that kind of time to spare?

Obviously, not all program development time is measured in man- years. One could no doubt write a program for generating anagrams in a couple of days, though it would take the average neophyte the same couple of days merely to type in the 75 to 100 lines of code required. Not only can a single misplaced colon or parenthesis mark foul up the works, but it often takes an enormous amount of time to discover such a seemingly minor error.

But let me hasten to add that there are at least three good reasons for learning how to program. First, it allows you to develop software that is not available commercially, and in some cases it lets you customize purchased software to serve your specific needs better. Second, programming can be fun. If you enjoy working on puzzles, programming may well turn out to be more pleasurable than solving The Times crossword puzzle or Dr. Crypton's mind-bending puzzle page in Science Digest. Third, there is the intellectual exercise, the honing of logic skills and learning to learn, stressed by pedagogues as a perfect reason to have computers available in schools for pupils from kindergarten age on up.

Valid as all these points may be, their limitations are often overlooked by proponents who get carried away by their enthusiasm. If you were to start learning a programming language such as the increasingly popular C in your spare time, chances are you would be fairly proficient in it within a year. That is a lot of time.

Hiring a programmer to modify existing commercial software to suit your business needs would probably prove to be more effective in terms of cost. Besides, once you have mastered C, you may find another program you want to modify written in Basic. Now there is nothing wrong with learning a second computer language....

Perhaps the most telling argument against the need to learn a computer language to have precisely the software you want is the rapidly increasing selection and gradual improvement in personal computer software. Five years ago, word-processing programs for personal computers did not exist.

Today, I would hazard to guess, more than several hundred brands are available. By the time you became truly proficient at programming, chances are that whatever you set out to write would be available in some form from a software publisher.

There can be no argument with the fact that some people will derive great pleasure from programming. Trying to learn some of the basics of programming to see if you like it is like tinkering with a car as a teen- ager. Some people end up going to engineering school. Others, 20 years later, remember only enough to check the points in the distributor when the engine misses, if the car even has a distributor.

The point is, you cannot argue with the enjoyment and sense of accomplishment programming can bring to those of the right mind-set, and there is only one way to find out if you are one of them.

As to the educational necessity of learning how to program, I find it greatly overstressed. Any day now, I'm sure, some software publisher will bring out a cute little set of red floppies called The Little Computer That Could. This simple 16-disk set will be designed to take the toddler from his first simple Basic subroutine on up through the writing of a ballistics program for ICBM trajectories.

The promise is there. No doubt a few students would even conquer such a program. The vast majority, however, would end up being frustrated by the very machine that could serve them so well in the future.

Most children simply are not going to be ace programmers, and there is no need for them to be. Computers will become as common to this generation as television was to their parents. But the vast majority of parents do not repair television sets, write for television or work in the broadcasting industry in any capacity.

Programming has a place in today's curriculums - for high schools and up - just as civics and chemistry do. Computers are not, however, an all-encompassing and unique educational solution. In fact, though Cicero could never compete with computer games when it comes to ''making learning fun,'' conquering the conjugations of his lost tongue probably makes a lot more sense when it comes to learning to learn than sifting through GOTO statements in Basic, unrelated to our living language.

Mobile Computing and Its Benefits to Industries

We now live in an age where technological breakthroughs happen every day and studies show that the time gap between such innovations will reduce increasingly. This has drastically transformed the way we operate from daily living to industrial activities and every other square of human existence. Computers have taken over most of our tasks which are repetitive in nature. The latest area of computing receiving major attention at the moment is mobile computing. With handheld devices which are as powerful as desktops, our tasks are getting done instantly without much effort. In order to stay on top of the competition, it becomes necessary that we harvest such fruits of technology. With the use of latest technology we can ensure the best efficiency and accuracy which will obviously translate to better products and services to all of humanity and will also give an edge to any industry. In this article, some of the key benefits of adapting a mobile computing model are brought to the fore and as such it should act as a guide for anyone considering this option.

Mobile Workforce

With portable computing systems comes a workforce that is longer required to sit behind a desk in an office. This is especially of relevance to professionals like field service executives who are always traveling. With readily available access to data, they can now take decisions on the go and do not have to waste time coordinating between the office and the field. Other workforces who greatly benefit from such systems are that of the warehousing and medical staff. The ability to move around freely and yet perform tasks opens up a new dimension where wastage of time is a thing of the past.

Increase in Productivity

This is quite obvious when mobile computer systems are considered. Since people can now perform almost all of their duties on the go, a huge amount of time as well as efforts is saved. This saved time and energy can be spent on tackling the problems and challenges that arise during the discourse of one's duties. When waste of time due to traveling is no longer mandatory, efficiency of the workforce will definitely have a positive effect. This will increase the overall productivity of the company and will ultimately contribute to the success of the industry both in terms of profits and recognition.

Improved Decision Making

It is not an arguable fact that access to the required information at the right time is absolutely essential to the process of decision making. With rugged tablet computers that are specifically built for the outdoor conditions, your task force will now be connected to the required data which will increase their ability to take decision which thereby affects their performance in a positive manner.

What Are Barebones PC/Laptop Kits?

What is a barebones PC, and why would anyone want to build their own computer? Most computer enthusiasts want to complete this fun and rewarding project because they understand the potential of the fastest and most advanced components. A machine bought off the shelf may have a fast CPU clock speed, but it may have only a mediocre sound or video card. Some of us want a custom gaming PC or graphic design machine that has more power for these specific computing tasks. Building your own PC or laptop is actually not as intimidating as it may sound; the selected barebones kits will determine the end result.

Build Your Own Barebones PC Desktop

To choose the right barebones PC kits, a buyer first needs to understand the basics of PC hardware and what each component does. These parts include:

-The motherboard and its components

-The central processing unit

-The random access memory

-The PC tower (or case)

The specs of these components determine the built machine's speed and performance. A few questions to ask when comparing barebones kits include:

-How much hard drive space do I need?

-How many USB ports do I want in the case?

-How much RAM is included, and how much more can I add later?

Prices of barebones PC kits can range from $100 to $500, depending on the specs of the components. The processor speed, the number and type of RAM slots, the motherboard features and the versions of each component can all factor into the final price of a barebones PC kit. Many cheap barebones PC kits come with very good quality parts, so price is not always the deciding factor.

Build Your Own Barebones Laptop

Putting together a barebones laptop takes many of the same buyer considerations, although the planning process is somewhat different. The first thing to buy is the notebook itself, which determines the other components to purchase based on compatibility. When selecting a barebones laptop, a few considerations are:

-The hard drive compatibility
-The RAM capacity
-The video and graphics modules
-The number of input/output ports

Some barebones laptops with higher-end graphics/video capabilities and more motherboard features may be priced higher, even if they may not come with an included CPU. The good news is that additional laptop parts are often reasonably priced.

A barebones PC and barebones laptop kit are sets of the needed parts for building a custom machine that will meet the user needs more precisely. Although it take some research and some upfront costs, the effort pays of several times over. Many tech enthusiasts report that computer-building has an addictive quality in some cases.

What are the Top 5 Best DVD Player Software for Windows ?

"What is the best DVD player software for Windows" has become the hottest topic on online world of late! Yes indeed, everyone needs a powerful yet DVD player software. We love movies, and viewing them in a theater with a huge screen and incredible surround sound makes the experience even better. However, with those powerful DVD player software programs, watching DVD movies in the privacy of our own home is also as exciting as going to a movie theater. Just with two speakers, the DVD player software could transform a simple experience into an audio feast for our ears!

Although the web is now bombarded us with DVD player software programs that offer a wide array of features and service, but today I only collect the top 5 DVD player software for Window for your reference, if you are now in urgent need of such a tool.

Top 1: DVD Player

DVD Player coming from Leawo is a DVD player to offer lifelong service for playing DVD discs and IFO files. This DVD player could play back all DVD discs from different regions and countries with quality loss. Preferred subtitles and audio tracks option is available, and superb audio quality is offered to give you cinema sound quality at home thanks to its full support of DTS5.1. Other features like full-screen playback, video/audio setting, clock display are also provided.

Pros: Fully support Windows 8; DTS5.1 guarantees super high quality of stereo output; User-friendly media playback control; Support playback Blu-ray and video in various formats.
Cons: No screen-capture functionality

Top 2: UM Player

UMPlayer has a lot of competitive and promising features. For a free multimedia player, it has a lot of advanced options and yet it is so easy to operate and use. It can also play any media format for both video and audio files. Unique features are included like subtitles search, ability to play and record YouTube, skinable interface, audio/subtitles sync, customizable hotkeys and a lot more.

Pros: Easy to use and has a lot of great features like shoutcast and YouTube integration; Customizable options for file playback; Play all formats; Automatic subtitle download from opensubtitles.org
Cons: Minimal support and documentation

Top 3: VLC Media Player

VLC Media Player is one of the world's favorite open-source video playback software. It has a lot of great features like granular speed controls, frame-by-frame advancement, living recording of streaming videos among other things. It also has customizable toolbars, and supports a wide range of video and audio formats.

Pros: No external codec installation required; Excellent playback quality and stability; Play internet radio and TV; Capture video on webcam; Admirable volume control
Cons: Default interface is not cool and savvy; skin options need improvement; No playback for Blu-ray

Top 4: Real Player

RealPlayer is a full-featured and user friendly video and audio player that delivers great multimedia playback experience. In addition to performing a variety of music and video files without any incompatibility problem, this amazing program also has several extra options that make the user experience much more complete. It has a video-trimming tool that will give you flexibility in video options, as well as allows for sharing with social media sites like Facebook and YouTube.

Pros: A great and functional media player offers solid performance; User-friendly interface; Connect with Facebook and YouTube; Trim video and audio
Cons: Tendency to hang and slow to load video; Lack of video options

Top 5: BS DVD Player

BS DVD player has now returned with a free version, a new interface and great features such as watching YouTube videos, capture frames and even generate thumbnails from certain sequences. It recognizes a wide range of formats, and allows for a wide array of options for video, DVD, audio, radio and TV playback. Actually all types of media files supported.

Pros: Support all video formats including YouTube videos; Easy to use interface; Lightweight and fast; Contain all necessary features for watching HD movies.
Cons: Need to install codec; Install its toolbar into your web browser

Okay, above are the top 5 best DVD player software I collected! There should be more amazing Windows DVD playback software out there, if you guys have some other recommendations, please feel free to leave a message for me to enlarge my collections!

Is Intel Core i5 3570K the new go-to gamer's chip ?

Intel Core i5 3570K review

This is it. The biggie. The replacement for our favourite CPU of the past year or so. The new quad-core Intel Core i5 3570K, one of two new processors from Intel's new 22nm Ivy Bridge family of CPUs, has plenty to prove.

Our old favourite that sets the standard this new chip will be measured by is the Intel Core i5 2500K from the Sandy Bridge generation, the best all round gaming CPU ever and all the chip most people need.

Or maybe that should be the Core i5 2550K which was a very minor clockspeed bump over the 2500K. In truth, they're much of a muchness.

At first glance, you might wonder whether the Intel Core i5 3570K is actually a new chip, so similar are the headline specifications to its predecessor.

With four cores and no Hyperthreading support, there's not a lot of extra CPU hardware. The clockspeeds and cache haven't budged an inch, either. As before, we're talking 3.4GHz nominal, 3.8GHz Turbo and 6MB of cache.

Dig a little deeper and the differences emerge.

For gamers and performance enthusiasts, the most important upgrade is the shrink from 32nm to 22nm process technology and the introduction of Intel's 3D Tri-gate transistors.

The upshot is what Intel is calling a "Tick-plus".

A "Tick" in Intel-speak means a die shrink of an existing processor architecture, where a "Tock" is a new design using the old manufacturing tech.

So, the existing Core i5 2550K is part of the Sandy Bridge Tock family and the new Intel Core i5 3570K is an Ivy Bridge Tick.

Got that?

Anywho, whether the Tick-plus label makes any sense, it'll be Intel's own CPUs that the Core i5 3570K will have to beat.

AMD's FX Bulldozer chips, such as the AMD FX 8150, simply cannot compete when it comes to per core performance and that's what you need for a great gaming CPU.

Which is what the old 2500k and 2550K were all about and what the Intel Core i5 3570K will have to deliver to take over where those two left off.
Vital stats
Clockspeed - 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo)
Cores - 4
Threads - 4
Cache - 6MB
Process - 22nm
Socket - Intel LGA 1155
Old and new

So, the new Intel Core i5 3570K is an intriguing mix of old and new.

What does it look like when you lift the bonnet? The CPUs cores themselves are pretty much the same as before, barring a few very minor changes.

It's the process tech that promises the most. Intel reckons the new 22nm 3D Tri-gate transistors are more than just your typical process shrink. They offer much better current control, less leak and improve flow.

In theory, that gives Intel lots of options.

Firstly, with each core consuming less power and taking less space, it could add more cores.

But it didn't.

Alternatively, Intel could have ramped up the clocks.

But it didn't.

Finally, the new Intel Core i5 3570K could be more power efficient than the old Sandy Bridge 2550K.

Here, finally, we some tangible evidence that the new process delivers as billed.

Where the 2550K is rated at 95W, the Core i5 3570K has a 77W TDP. That said, with the core count, clocks and 6MB cache carried over, one thing is clear. If the Intel Core i5 3570K is to deliver improved performance, those minor core revisions are going to have to do the work.

Shift your attention to the graphics part of the new Ivy Bridge architecture, however, and things look a lot more interesting.

If you care about integrated graphics, that is.

The Core i5 3570K gets the full fat HD Graphics 4000 core, so that means 16 execution units where the old 2550K had just 12. Each unit gets an upgrade too, with more processing power and an upgrade from DX10 to DX11 suppport.

The final change of note is the addition of PCI Express 3.0.

As before, the main PCI Express controller is integrated into the Core i5 3570K's die and as before you get 16 lanes to play with regards discrete graphics cards. But with double the bandwidth of PCI Express 2.0, the Intel Core i5 3570K and other Ivy Bridge chips make a more robust platform for multi-GPU graphics.

Benchmarks

With AMD not really turning up to this party, the comparison is with Intel's existing Sandy Bridge chips and most notably our old favourite, the Core i5 2500K.

We've ticked our usual benchmark boxes with Cinebench rendering, x264 HD video and gaming on the CPU side.

Overclocking is a key competence for the Core i5 3570K and we're pleased to note it's another near-5GHz chip.

We've also had a look at the performance of the integrated HD Graphics core, both in games and its hardware-accelerated QuickSync transcode engine.

It's a decent step forward compared to the previous core, but it's still not a great gaming solution.

Single threaded CPU performance

Multi-threaded CPU performance

CPU encoding performance

Gaming performance

Processor graphics performance

Quicksync performance

Overclocking performance

Verdict

We've established the CPU side of the Intel Core i5 3570K is little changed but big things have happened with the graphics. How does Intel's new mainstream crowd pleaser perform when you fire her up?

With the clockspeeds and cache staying mostly steady and the cores revised rather than redesigned, we didn't have high hopes for a dramatic boost in performance. 
That's pretty much how it plays out.

In the Cinebench 11.5 professional graphics rendering test, the Intel Core i5 3570K edges the old Core i5 2500K 1.6pts to 1.49tps. Factor in the 100MHz clockspeed advantage of the Core i5 3570K and it's clear Ivy Bridge isn't doing anything dramatic.

It's a similar story of very modest performance gains in x264 HD video encoding and the CPU-intensive World in Conflict game benchmark. The Core i5 3570K is quicker, for sure, but the difference isn't nearly enough that you're ever going to feel it.
That said, we have been expecting some showbiz moves when it comes to overclocking.
After all, Intel has been bullishly bigging up is fancy new 22nm transistors in all their 3D Tri-gate glory. Oh, and as before, that 'K' suffix indicates a full unlocked CPU multiplier for easy overclocking. Time for them to deliver.

What you make of the 4.9GHz result depends on the angle you're coming from.
On the one hand, that's 1.5GHz higher than the Intel Core i5 3570K's guaranteed clockspeed for four loaded cores, which is one hell of an overclock with a simple air cooler.
On the other, it's just 100MHz higher than the old 2500K manages. So much for that fancy 22nm tech, then?

Perhaps, but what's really interesting for existing Sandy Bridge owners is that Intel's new Z77 platform seems to release more overclocking potential from the outgoing 32nm generation. 
We reckon the Z77 is worth a good 200MHz to 300MHz with Sandy Bridge chips, which is intriguing even if it undermines the attraction of the new Core i5 3570K and its Ivy Bridge brethren.

As for the graphics, Intel has indeed upped its game.
World in Conflict at 1,280 x 800 jumps from a sluggish 19 frames per second on the 2500K to a borderline playable 27 frames per second on the new Core i5 3570K, for instance. Skyrim performance is up from 21 frames per second to 25.

In reality though you still need a discrete graphics card for enjoyable gaming.
It's hard to know what to make of the QuickSync video transcode core though.
Performance is up by roughly 10 per cent. It's certainly impressive to observe a whole hour-long HD episode of a TV show crunched down for smartphone consumption in just a few minutes.
But with application support remaining somewhat limited, QuickSync still isn't the killer feature it could be.

We liked


The new Intel Core i5 3570K has everything that made its Core i5 2500K such a winning CPU. 
Per core performance is the best you can buy.
It overclocks like there's no tomorrow and it's relatively affordable. We're also pleased that it remains compatible with Intel's LGA1155 socket

We disliked


Intel has created a rod for its own back in recent years by delivering ever more performance.
The new Ivy Bridge generation basically puts on the brakes.
No more cores. No more clocks. And no more overclocking headroom.
The improved graphics don't make up for that.

Final Verdict

A great chip, but Core i5 2550K and i5 2500K owners have nothing to worry about.

Samsung Series 7 Ultrabook- Get a chance to win :-)

This Samsung Series 7 Ultra can be yours. Win one here : http://intel.ly/10D5gr3

The Samsung Series 7 Ultra first showed its face at CES in January, and all kinds of hands-on videos sprouted up on the net showing off this potential big-time contender. Now that we've gotten it in our labs and run our tests on it, here's our full review.

With the Series 7 Ultra, Samsung is hoping to snatch some major market share from Apple and Asus, who have plotted a nice, cushy place for themselves in the high-end ultrabook and ultra-portable laptop market. With a 13.3-inch Full-HD PLS touchscreen, a solid-state drive and a gorgeous aluminium body, the Series 7 Ultra has all the chances in the world to succeed in robbing customers from its rivals.

Design

The all-aluminium chassis is elegant, but perhaps not quite as prestigious as its Apple counterpart. The keyboard contours are matte grey and don't easily get smudged or dirty. Both the screen and its contours, however, are glossy.

The backlit chiclet keyboard has four levels of brightness. The touchpad is standard size and easy and enjoyable to use; it recognises all the Windows 8 multitouch gestures, like zooming with two fingers, scrolling horizontally and vertically and flipping between open apps.

The multipoint touchscreen is precise and responsive. Double-clicking a folder or file in "list" mode in Windows Explorer can be just as tricky as always on a touchscreen, but that's more likely an issue with Windows 8 and the screen resolution than poor touch response. Of course, as usual with Windows 8, once you leave the Start screen—which is most of the time—there really isn't much point to the touch capability.

The Series 7 Ultra has just about all the connectivity you could need: three USB ports (two USB 2.0 and one USB 3.0), an Ethernet RJ45 port, an HDMI port, a VGA out (that requires an adapter that is not included), a headphone/microphone combo jack and an SD card reader. The only thing missing is a DVD drive. If an optical drive is an absolute necessity for you, then a reasonable alternative might be the Dell Inspiron 14z or the HP Envy 4. Or you can just buy an external drive for £50 or so.

Display quality


Like all touchscreens, the Series 7 Ultra's Full HD display is glossy. Sadly, the brightness only goes up to 295 cd/m². This means that outside, especially in the sunlight, you'll get glare and reflections. But everything else about the screen is great. The PLS panel has 900:1 contrast and broad viewing angles from every direction.

Grey colour temperature

Gamma

Delta E

With a Delta E (which measures the difference between how colours are supposed to look and how they actually appear onscreen) of just 3.2, colours look precisely as they should. A Delta E of 3.2 is excellent and rare, especially in the world of notebooks, where you can find some of the worst laptop screens on the market.

Processor Power


The Intel Core i5-3337U processor makes the Series 7 Ultra a fast laptop that's capable of running a wide variety of applications. On average, takes about 10% less time to execute a task an Intel Core i5-3317U. Even so, a Core i7, which has four cores instead of the Core i5's two, would be even faster with programmes optimised to distribute the workload among the four cores.

Windows 8 and the 128 GB solid-state drive make for a highly responsive machine that takes fifteen seconds to start up and less than ten to shut down. That said, 128 GB isn't much. You'll need to get an external hard drive or cloud storage if you want more space.

Gaming


Unlike the Series 5, which has a dedicated AMD video card, the model of the Series 7 Ultra that we tested (see inset) has nothing but a little Intel graphics chipset. It decodes HD movies perfectly well, but video games are another story. The only thing you'll get to run fluidly on this model is older games or new ones that require very little GPU power.
This is not a good news for gamers.

Battery Life


With a barely 1.85-cm-thick body that weighs 1.6 kg and a 13.3-inch screen, the Series 7 Ultra fits easily into a handbag or backpack. And with five hours of battery life (tested with continuous video playback in airplane mode, the screen brightness at 100 cd/m², headphones plugged in and the keyboard backlighting turned off), it's a good laptop to carry around.

Conclusion:-


Finally, an ultrabook that can rival the Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A and Apple MacBook Air. The Samsung Series 7 Ultra has processing power, battery life, a quality screen, beautiful finish and tons of connectivity. That said, they shouldn't have even bothered with the touchscreen, because it doesn't add much to the user experience—all it does is add to the price and drag down the battery life. Otherwise, this is definitely a keeper!

Intel 3.3 GHz LGA1155 Core i5-2500K Processor

PROCESSOR FOR GAMERS AND OVERCLOCKERS

Intel's next generation of Core i processors have arrived, and this new crop utilizes the much-anticipated Sandy Bridge architecture. The Intel Core i5-2500K is a 3.3GHz quad-core model that combines the GPU and CPU on one die for a cost-effective solution that is fully unlocked for overclocking. If you're a casual gamer who plays popular titles, such as World of Warcraft: Cataclysm or Starcraft II, you'll find the Intel Core i5-2500K to offer smooth gameplay with decent frame rates at medium settings. The chip is also a good value for video editing and daily work in Office applications.
Pros
Unlocked for Overclocking
GPU and CPU on One Silicon Die
Cool Temps
Cons
Lack of Hyper-Threading (Available with Intel Sandy Bridge Core i7-2600K)
Need to Purchase LGA-1155 Motherboard
Description
3.3GHz Quad Core Processor (Max Turbo 3.7GHz)
32nm Sandy Bridge Technology
Socket LGA-1155
1333MHz DDR3
6MB L3 Cache
Intel HD 3000 Graphics with 12 EU and 850MHz Core Clock
95W TDP
Review - Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge Quad-Core Desktop CPU
Image Courtesy Intel

The Intel Core i5-2500K is a 3.3GHz quad-core processor built using Intel's latest Sandy Bridge 32nm architecture. What makes Sandy Bridge processors unique is the fact that the GPU and CPU are on the same silicon die, which is energy efficient and more affordable. MSRP on the Intel Core i5-2500K is $216.

The Core i5-2500K features Intel HD 3000 graphics that's best suited for mainstream gaming. With 12 execution units and a clock speed up to 1100MHz via GPU Turbo Boost, Intel HD 3000 graphics are on par with an NVIDIA GeForce GT 430 or ATI Radeon HD 5450. As you can see, avid gamers will want to use a discrete graphics card for added in-game performance, but casual gamers will have no problem running popular titles, such as World of Warcraft and Far Cry 2 with the Intel Core i5-2500K. You won't want to run games at maxed out settings, but good settings yield playable frame rates, as evidenced below using the FRAPS tool.

World of Warcraft: Cataclysm Benchmarks

1280x1024 Resolution
Low Settings: 176.67 Average FPS
Medium Settings: 36.43 Average FPS

Because the Intel Core i5-2500K is built using new Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, you'll have to buy an LGA-1155 motherboard designed for the new chipset. For testing purposes, the Intel Core i5-2500K was used with an Intel DP67BL (Bearup Lake) motherboard. In this scenario, the Intel Core i5-2500K performed well, which can be seen in the AIDA 64 benchmarks below. The DP67BL is a microATX board, which is nice for those with space constraints.

Intel Core i5-2500K (3.3GHz) Sandy Bridge AIDA 64 Benchmarks

Memory Read Test: 16098 MB/s
Write: 18129 MB/s
Copy: 17332 MB/s
Memory Latency: 53.7ns
CPU Queen: 32101
CPU PhotoWorkxx 51676                                                            

CPU ZLib: 196.9 MB/s
CPU AES: 369057
CPU Hash: 1946 MB/s
FPU VP8: 3218
FPU Julia: 10588
FPU Mandel: 5663
FPU SinJulia: 2986

To compare, the following benchmarks were achieved using the same AIDA utility.

AMD Phenom II X6 1100T Black Edition Six-Core (3.7GHz) CPU AIDA Benchmarks

Memory Read Test: 8664 MB/s
Write: 6847 MB/second
Copy: 10590 MB/s
Memory Latency: 51.1ns
CPU Queen: 36625
CPU PhotoWorkxx 29539
CPU ZLib: 280.5 MB/s
CPU AES: 62137
CPU Hash: 3796 MB/s
FPU VP8: 3652
FPU Julia: 14495
FPU Mandel: 7377
FPU SinJulia: 3685

Intel Core i7-920 Processor (4.2GHz) AIDA Benchmarks

Memory Read Test: 16171 MB/s
Write: 14497 MB/second
Copy: 19973 MB/s
Memory Latency: 51.6ns
CPU Queen: 48311
CPU PhotoWorkxx 61072

CPU ZLib: 269.3 MB/s                                                                                  

CPU AES: 51775
CPU Hash: 2445 MB/s
FPU VP8: 3547
FPU Julia: 13932
FPU Mandel: 6801
FPU SinJulia: 5782

So what makes the 2500K different from other chips? The "K" notation on the model number means it is fully unlocked for advanced overclocking. But beware, you must have a motherboard that supports overclocking. Along with overclocking and gaming, the Intel Core i5-2500K is also good for video editing. It scored an average of 69.4 FPS when decoding a video in HandBrake. While this score isn't superior mainly due to the lack of Hyper Threading (in comparison, an Intel Core i7-920 system running at 4.2GHz scored 120 FPS), it is more than adequate for mainstream users. As mentioned above, the Core i5-2500K lacks Hyper Threading, which is the main difference between it and the slightly faster, yet more expensive, Core i7-2600K Sandy Bridge chip.

Conclusion:- 


Overall, the Intel Core i5-2500K is a great option for budget-conscious consumers that game casually. With playable frame rates even in moderately intensive games and the ability to overclock the chip substantially, the Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge CPU is a worthwhile buy. However, for $100 more, you can gain better performance with the Intel Core i7-2600K Sandy Bridge chip that offers Hyper-Threading and 8MB of L3 cache.

AMD Sempron 145 reviews

AMD SDX145HBGMBOX Sempron 145 2.8GHz 1MB Cache AM3 Single Core Processor

AMD Sempron Processor Overview


The AMD Sempron processor performs at the top of its class when running the home and business applications most. The AMD Sempron processor’s full-featured capabilities can include AMD64 Technology, HyperTransport Technology, up to 256KB total high-performance cache, One 16-bit/16-bit link @ up to 1600MHz full duplex system bus technology, and an integrated DDR2 memory controller.


The AMD Sempron processor provides the productivity enhancing performance you need for your everyday applications. It runs over 60,000 of the world’s most popular applications, so you can enjoy solid performance. With 35 years of design and manufacturing experience and shipments of more than 240 million PC processors, you can count on AMD to provide reliable solutions for your home or business.

Affordable - Performance
The AMD Sempron processor performs at the top of its class on the home and business applications that you need and use most.
The AMD Sempron processor is designed for day-to-day computing and beyond.

In India you can get the processor for as low as Rs.2000/-

Full-Featured to Improve your Computing Experience

The AMD Sempron processor lets you enjoy a dynamic Internet experience with smooth streaming video and audio.
The AMD Sempron processor saves you time and effort; enabling your system to boot and load your applications quickly.
Applications that allow you to communicate with family, friends and colleagues will run smoothly with the AMD Sempron processor.

The AMD Sempron processor’s advanced architectural features help ensure affordable performance and full-featured capability. These features include:


AMD64 Technology
HyperTransport Technology
Up to 256KB total high-performance, full-speed cache
One 16-bit/16-bit link @ up to 1600MHz full duplex system bus technology
Integrated DDR2 memory controller on certain models
Built-in security with Enhanced Virus Protection that works with Microsoft Windows XP SP2 to help protect against viruses, worms, and other malicious attacks. When combined with protective software, Enhanced Virus Protection is part of an overall security solution that helps keep your information safer.

Enjoy full compatibility with the tools you use daily.

The AMD Sempron processor is designed to run more than 60,000 of the most popular software applications, so you can enjoy reliable performance for a wide variety of computing needs. And since the AMD Sempron processor is compatible with leading PC peripherals, it helps keep everything running smoothly.

Get more value from your PC.

The AMD Sempron processor is ideal for families, students and other budget-conscious or entry-level computer buyers. It includes the right set of features you need for day-to-day computing, and gives you more power for your money than other similar processors. This means you get a PC configured with better components such as CD drives, graphics capabilities, and more.

Reliability from an Industry Leader

AMD is an industry leader that is dedicated to enabling you to get the job done at work or at play.
AMD is constantly striving to find the right solutions for you and your home or business needs.
AMD’s superior quality and track record have long been recognized by a number of the industry’s top publications, organizations and high-tech experts. AMD products, technology, manufacturing, facilities, executives and corporate and community programs have earned a multitude of awards and recognition over the years.

SECRET :-

If you are lucky, you can unlock the second core of the AMD sempron 145.

The Unlocking Process

 In terms of unlocking your “defective†cores, the process is actually very simple.
Enter BIOS.
Set Automatic Clock Calibration (ACC) or Nvidia Core Calibration (NCC) to AUTO.
CRUCIAL step for Asus and Gigabyte owners : Enable "Unleashing" or change "EC Firmware" mode to "Hybrid"

Reboot.

If it was successful, your processor should have a new name; ending in either x3, x4, or x6. Though naming is not always consistent on some boards. Congratulations, because you probably just unlocked your processor.