Intel prepares to launch new Quad-Cores

Intel is on the roll in completing its Moore’s Law by preparing the release of new line of Extreme processors. The new line of “Quad-Core” with a code name “Yorkfield” is set to launch by November 12 this year. With running speeds of 3.0 Ghz and a TDP of 120W for the QX9650, as their high end 45nm quad core and said to be priced at $999 when it is release on November 12. Following the QX9650 is models Q9950, Q9450, Q9300 with respective speeds of 2.83 Ghz, 2.66 Ghz, and 2.50 Ghz and all in a L2 cache of 12MB. Together with the “Yorkfield” Quad-Cores, Intel will also release “Wolfdale” Dual-Cores that will have lower prices. “Wolfdale” will run at a 1333 Mhz FSB, the E8500 (3.16 Ghz), the E8400 (3.00 Ghz), and together with E8200 (2.66 Ghz) will also be a part of the November 12 release of new processors. “Penryn” is not yet to be release until Q1 next year as Intel runs its plans and a silent launch for “Allendale” E4600 on October 21.