AMD showcases Turion 64-bit notebooks
AMD showcased four notebook models based on its 64-bit Turion 64 mobile technology at WinHEC Taipei 2005.
The four models shown were the ASUS A6000, Compaq CT9-C3 from Hewlett-Packard (HP), the MSI Mega Book S270 and the E12KT from Twinhead International.
According to AMD, Turion 64-based notebooks are expected to be launch in June of this year at the earliest, although MSI's Chinese-language website claims the Mega Book S270 will be launched at the end of this month.
Main features of the forthcoming Turion are the following:
- Offers both 32-bit performance for oday, and can also run tomorrow's 64-bit applications
- HyperTransport Technology boosts overall system agility
- Enhanced Virus Protection with Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
- Designed for Thin & Light Notebooks.
- AMD PowerNow! Technology enables longer battery life and reduced heat generation enabling you to work or play longer
- Wireless Compatibility with all currently available 802.11a,b,g, and Bluetooth wireless solutions to stay connected anywhere you go
- 3DNow! Professional Technology and SSE2 and SSE3 instructions enable stellar performance and playback quality on digital entertainment features such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.
According to AMD, Turion 64-based notebooks are expected to be launch in June of this year at the earliest, although MSI's Chinese-language website claims the Mega Book S270 will be launched at the end of this month.
Main features of the forthcoming Turion are the following:
- Offers both 32-bit performance for oday, and can also run tomorrow's 64-bit applications
- HyperTransport Technology boosts overall system agility
- Enhanced Virus Protection with Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2
- Designed for Thin & Light Notebooks.
- AMD PowerNow! Technology enables longer battery life and reduced heat generation enabling you to work or play longer
- Wireless Compatibility with all currently available 802.11a,b,g, and Bluetooth wireless solutions to stay connected anywhere you go
- 3DNow! Professional Technology and SSE2 and SSE3 instructions enable stellar performance and playback quality on digital entertainment features such as games, streaming video and audio, DVDs, and music.