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Running LLMs on a Pentium II? A Deep Dive into Resource-Constrained AI
Published: at 11:13 AMA developer successfully ran a quantized LLM on a 1997 Pentium II, showcasing the potential for deploying AI on resource-constrained hardware through quantization and software optimization, though performance is significantly limited.
Linux Kernel Officially Bids Farewell to the 486 Architecture
Published: at 10:13 AMThe Linux kernel has officially dropped support for the Intel 486 architecture, streamlining the codebase and allowing developers to focus on modern hardware, impacting a very small user base.
Intel Slashes Core Ultra 200S Desktop CPU Prices by Up to 25%
Published: at 09:34 AMIntel has lowered Core Ultra 200S desktop CPU prices by as much as 25% to compete with AMD Ryzen, acknowledging initial mispricing. This move aims to boost market share and improve competitiveness.
ASUS TUF Gaming T500: A Desktop with a Mobile CPU - An Unusual Approach
Published: at 06:55 AMThe ASUS TUF Gaming T500 is a unique gaming desktop featuring a mobile i9-13900H CPU and RTX 4070 GPU. Its focus is on compact design, improved thermals, and efficient performance, though sustained performance might be a concern.
AMD Shifts EPYC CPU Production to TSMC: A Blow to Samsung Foundry
Published: at 04:45 AMAMD's shift of EPYC "Turin" CPU production to TSMC from Samsung highlights the importance of manufacturing process quality and performance. This decision deals a blow to Samsung's foundry business and signals TSMC's current lead.
SteamOS Beta Update Brings Enhanced Support for ROG Ally and Legion Go
Published: at 04:18 AMThe SteamOS Beta update brings official support to ROG Ally and Legion Go, improves performance with new CPU controls and updated GPU drivers, and introduces a modern KDE Plasma 6.0.5 UI.
Morgan Stanley Maintains "Equal-weight" Rating on CPU (Computershare Ltd.)
Published: at 04:10 AMMorgan Stanley has restated its "Equal-weight" rating for Computershare Ltd. (CPU), implying expectations for the stock's performance to mirror the average within its peer group, with neither significant gains nor losses anticipated.
Russia's Ongoing Chip Development Efforts: The Elbrus-16C and its Implications
Published: at 02:45 AMRussia's testing of the Elbrus-16C CPU reveals its ongoing efforts to develop domestic chip capabilities for technological independence, despite significant performance lags behind international standards, comparable to 2012-era Intel processors.
Nvidia and MediaTek Reportedly Partner on N1 Arm Chips for Windows PCs
Published: at 02:07 AMNvidia and MediaTek are rumored to be developing N1 series Arm chips for Windows PCs, aiming to challenge Qualcomm's dominance and potentially disrupt the x86 processor market with competitive performance and power efficiency.
Nvidia and MediaTek Poised to Enter the AI PC Market
Published: at 01:41 AMNvidia and MediaTek are rumored to announce a collaborative AI PC platform at Computex 2024, aiming to challenge Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm with a unique combination of CPU and GPU technology, potentially offering improved performance and power efficiency.