Intel intros new Atom “Pine Trail M” platform
Intel today finally announced newest Atom processors, and a chipset. The latest Atom processors are unique in the sense that they feature integrated graphics built directly into the CPU. According to Intel, this new feature will enable improved performance and smaller, more energy-efficient designs in a new generation of netbooks and Atom-based entry level desktop PCs. For netbook segement Intel introduced Atom N450 processor, and a new low-power Intel NM10 Express Chipset.
For entry level desktop PCs, it consists of either the Intel Atom processor D410 or the dual core D510, also paired with the Intel NM10 Express Chipset.
Intel further reports that by integrating memory controller and graphics into the CPU, it was able to lower TDP, and cost substantially.
The netbook platform features a 20 percent improvement in average power and a smaller package size over the previous Atom platform. This translates into smaller and more compact system designs and longer battery life.
Systems based on newest Atom platform will be out soon.
