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AMD Desktop Llano Processors to Debut on June 30

Source: AMD Desktop Llano Processors to Debut on June 30 - Softpedia

In just a few hours from now, AMD is expected to make its first mobile processors based on the Llano architecture official and a recent report has come to reveal that on June 30 these will be followed by their desktop counterparts.

AMD's initial desktop Llano lineup will be comprised out of six new processors that pack a dual or a quad-core design and integrated Radeon HD 6000-series graphics.

These will be split into the A and E-Series and the former includes five processors, while the latter will only get one chip for now.

The fastest desktop Llano CPU to be introduced by AMD is called the A8-3850 and this packs four processing which operate at 2.9GHz, 4MB of Level 2 cache, a dual-channel DDR3-1866 memory controller and a Radeon HD 6550D graphics unit.

This includes no less than 400 shader processors clocked at 600MHz and can work together with select discrete graphics cards in an Hybrid CrossFireX mode.

Recently, a computer enthusiast managed to get a hold of such an APU and used it for establishing new 3DMark 06, Vantage and 11 world records for integrated graphics cores, greatly surpassing the scores achieved by Intel's Sandy Bridge processors.

Despite their high performance, Sweclockers report that the six Llano desktop chips that AMD will release at the end of June, will have a limited shelf life as these will be replaced by faster chips in a matter of months.

Outside of the on-die graphics core, Llano chips also feature an integrated dual-channel DDR3 memory controller and a 16 lane PCI Express Gen 2.0 controller.

AMD's Llano APUs are compatible with socket FM1 motherboards. These can be powered by the A70 or A75 chipset, and both offer similar features, except for USB 3.0 support which is only found in the more advanced A75 FCH.
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God HP unveiled 11, 11 LAPTOP models today.

I got the specifications of the Probook models, but no where do we see:

1. THe A3850MX top end 1.9/2.6 GHz APU

2. the A3500M 35W model which was in every review released today, and which I'm looking to have in my laptop!!
 
HP unveils notebooks with new AMD A-series - Notebookcheck.net News

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The Pavilion dv6 and dv7 will have a starting price of $600 and $700, respectively. The more budget-friendly g4, g6 and g7 models will be at $450, $498 and $500, respectively. Both series are expected to be available sometime this July. The Probook series begins at $520 or $680, depending on SSD options, and should be available later this month on the 27th. Pricing and release information on the Pavilion dv4 was not mentioned in the press release.
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Decent pricing :)
 
Hades. said:
AMD Demonstrates Running Trinity Notebook For The First Time - Legit Reviews
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You know, to speak the truth, I was expecting performance in games to be about 4x better than Intel's, sadly that isn't true. But Trinity could be the one, why?

1. Llano processor clocked very low = lower performance (gaming too)

2. GPU clocked half speed as Intel's (so specification advantage which is 4x becomes about half!)

I guess these are some factors.

I hope Trinity laptops come early next year. That would be the maximum delay I can make.

Was betting on the DM1z but considering the top model batter backup >6hours i would rather wait for some low Llano models with 13" ultraportable to hit the market. Or should I go with Dm1z ?
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I'm thinking the 499$ llano lappies will not only perform better but give better bang-for-buck.
 
AnandTech - Annual Toshiba Refresh Brings Llano...and Some Style

Some more Llano laptops :)

The 14" L745 series starts at $449.99, the 15.6" L755 series starts at $483.99, and the 17.3" L775 series starts at $579.99.

The 14" P745 starts at $699.99, the 15.6" P755 starts at $629.99, the 17.3" P775 starts at $629.99, and if you want to make the jump to 3D there'll be a 17.3" P775 3D model at $1,199.99 that includes a 120Hz screen and active shutter glasses.
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Check out these new video series by AMD for promotion of A series APU's




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Went to local HP World store and saw this booth :P







I am still confused about the question the lady asked me ? How did you know about this Dm1z / AMD lappy and who told you about it ? :S
 
HP has announced their Llano based laptops. They should be available by the end of this month.

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Dark Star said:
I am still confused about the question the lady asked me ? How did you know about this Dm1z / AMD lappy and who told you about it ? :S
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Tell her you heard it from the Stig's Indian Cousin who got his hands on it a month back from a top secret Vijay Sales outlet in Ahmedabad, just on the SG Highway satellite crossroads opposite Zydus Cadilla's HQ.
 
Source: Desktop Llanos listed, priced

A bit cheaper than expected

With the attention focused on mobile Llano processors, it is easy to forget upcoming desktop versions, which are just around the corner.

A few US e-tailers have started listing AMD Llano desktop parts and the first prices seem a tad lower than expected from previously leaked price sheets. Some EU shops have also listed a couple of A6- and A8-series parts, but without any price info.

According to US listings, the flagship A8-3850, a 2.9GHz quad core is set to cost about $150. On the graphics side of things, the processor packs HD6550D graphics with 400 shaders and a 600MHz clock. It supports DDR3-1866 memory and has a 100 watt TDP. This sounds like rather good value for money, as $150 will buy you Core i3 2120 Sandy Bridge dual core, clocked at 3.3GHz.

The 2.6GHz A6-3650 is listed at $126. Like the A8-3850 it features a 100W TDP and 4MB of L2 cache, but it packs an HD 6530D graphics core, with 320 shaders clocked at 443MHz. This baby also sounds like a pretty good deal, costing about the same as a Core i3-2100 dual-core.

Mind you, AMD will also introduce a number of cheaper models, including sub-$100 dual-cores in both E2-series and A4-series flavours.

Judging by the prices, AMD will deliver excellent value for money in the mainstream and entry-level markets. Although we still don’t have any motherboard prices, AMD boards were traditionally marginally cheaper than Intel’s, so this should not be an issue and platform cost will stay rather low.

OEMs might find the prospect of dirt cheap quad-cores with integrated 6000-series Radeons quite attractive, as they will allow them to slap DirectX 11 and quad-core stickers even on their cheapest desktops.
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