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AMD company can become the developer of chips for next-generation gaming consoles. PlayStation 4 will receive the graphics processor AMD, Sony will probably use the x86-compatible processor, also created by AMD company.
Associate did not report the exact product code names AMD, which will be used in PlayStation 4, but hinted that it may be existing solutions (Bulldozer, and GCN / Southern Islands), and Architecture near future. In addition, Sony passionate about the idea of inter-layer connections of semiconductor crystals (Through-silicon via), which will affect the design of developed integrated circuits : on the same substrate can be placed central processor, graphics accelerator, memory and programmable logic blocks (eg, FPGA), participating in performance of specific operations.
Refusal of Cell processor successor, used in PlayStation 3 is due to the complexity of architecture, that's why the development of games for the platform is associated with high material and labor costs. AMD solutions should not only simplify the process of creating games, but also accelerate the console system. Related Products :
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