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Originally posted by: Extelleron
Why is Brisbane replacing Windsor? Because it is cheaper to produce and has lower power consumption. These are the obvious benefits of moving to a 65nm process. Lower cost for AMD means nothing to the end user, power consumption does but for most people it is not the main thing.
Good Post Extelleron
iFX did claim it was a smaller die size which it is. But that is of no benefit to the user and only benefits AMD. Its not like people say:
What size is your room?
10' x 10'
You can't fit a Windsor in there. And you need at least 3 people to carry it!
The die size is public info so it is possible for there to be more usable die per wafer. AMD doesn't disclose yields but I assume their process is tuned for maximum yield. It is clear that they were not attempting to get maximum performance with the Brisbane.
iFX chose to go out like a baby instead of admitting he was wrong. This thread has the pertinent info for someone to decide if this claimed 89W Windsor is a good upgrade. Affordability is unique to each individual so its up to them to decide if its worth the cost.
Originally posted by: iFX
I'm done with this thread. You guys are delusional. There is a word for your attitudes - fanboy.
Yes, you got me. I am a fanboy who finally upgraded his Barton to an E7200.