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chip release
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Discussions around chip release on WindowsForum.com focus on AMD's Phenom processors, particularly the 2009 launch of 45nm models. Users highlight overclocking potential, with air cooling reaching 4GHz and LN2 exceeding 6GHz. Compatibility with AM2+ motherboards after BIOS updates is noted, and the 3GHz Black Edition with unlocked multiplier generates interest. The tag covers hardware upgrades, performance comparisons, and enthusiast expectations for new CPU releases.
AMD's latest chip release is scheduled for Jan 2009 and initial results look very promising. A overclock of 4GHz on air is apperently very easy to attain whilst using LN2 will get you over the 6GHz mark..
If you have a AM2+ board chances are that after a bios upgrade these chips will plop...