Replies to post #68208 on Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD)

[chipguy]

Do you believe Intel rumors that Conroe will intro at 3.0GHz?

That's a tough one. I definitely think Conroe will run
at over 3 GHz during its lifetime. However it will be
introduced six to nine months or so into 65 nm ramp
up. Intel will want headroom to toss out speed bumps
over the 15 to 18 months between its intro and 45 nm
MPU production. OTOH Intel will want make a very
public statement that it is the x86 top dog.

I think if Intel does have a 3+ GHz Conroe at release
it will be a EE chip with a sizable price premium. The
top end mainstream part will IMO more likely be 2.8
to 2.9 GHz. But don't let the frequency fool you, it will
be a top notch performer matched to a great chipset.