Date: 14/08/2009

AMD's dual-core processors for embedded computers

AMD has made available of two new dual-core, 18W TDP processors for the ASB1 BGA embedded client platform. The new AMD Turion Neo X2 processor model L625 and the AMD Athlon Neo X2 processor model L325 are suggested for embedded computers such as single board computing and thin client systems. The application areas and markets for these processor based embedded computers are self-service kiosks, point of sale machines and digital signage.

These new dual-core processors increase the performance of existing single-core designs. When combined with either the AMD 780E or M690E chipset.

"We are committed to helping simplify the development cycle for our embedded customers with a platform that readily addresses the shifting needs of their markets," said Buddy Broeker, director, Embedded Computing Solutions Division, AMD. "Systems such as digital signage, point of sale, and thin clients require PC-class performance and a rich graphics experience. Our ASB1 BGA platform is a ready-to-go, one-stop solution for these markets and at the same time offers the flexibility of multiple CPU and chipset choices."

"The rapid adoption of x86 processors in embedded designs, which is a trend that AMD helped spur in the high-end space, has largely been driven by the need to simplify designs and get them on the market more quickly," said Eric Heikkila, director, Embedded Hardware and Systems analyst, VDC Research Group. "From the hardware perspective, AMD's comprehensive platform approach offers mainstream performance, very low power consumption, and takes a lot of the guesswork out of the development process."

"With the AMD Athlon Neo X2 processor, AMD is offering us a new CPU option that improves on the punch of the single core predecessor with a mere 3 watts increase in processor power consumption,"1 said Dwight Looi, product manager, IBASE Technology. "There is no 18 watt processor on the market that offers our customers precisely the same combination of power efficiency, performance and value, making it a natural choice for our embedded applications."

For more details visit www.amd.com/embedded