| Q: | What is the latest Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor that has been introduced, and which markets are you targeting?
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| A: | The new Mobile AMD Sempron™ processor 3300+ is designed for thin and light notebooks. Mobile PCs base
d on this processor are ideal for meeting the evolving day-to-day computing needs of consumers and business professionals at home, in the office or on the go. |
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| Q: | What are the benefits of the Mobile AMD Sempron processors?
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| A: | Mobile AMD Sempron processors are designed to redefine everyday computing for your mobile lifestyle. This full-featured product line was developed to deliver best-in-class performance, plus security for your PC with Enhanced Virus Protection enabled by Microsoft® Windows® XP Service Pack 2. Mobile AMD Sempron processors are now available in models 3300+, 3100+, 3000+, 2800+ and 2600+ (25W) designed for thin and light notebooks, as well as models 3300+, 3100+, 3000+, 2800+ and 2600+ (62W) for full-size notebooks. |
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| Q: | How does the Mobile AMD Sempron processor family redefine everyday computing?
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| A: | Basic computing is no longer just about email, Web browsing or word processing. Today it’s also about downloading and playing music, sending pictures to family and friends, DVD playback or streaming. Mobile AMD Sempron processors are full-featured products designed to deliver best-in-class performance for the growing segment of PC users who want more from their PC while at home, in the office or on the go. |
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| Q: | What are the key features of the Mobile AMD Sempron processors?
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| A: | All Mobile AMD Sempron processors include the following features:
AMD PowerNow!™ technology
- Advanced power management to extend system battery life so you can work or play longer while unplugged.
Enhanced Virus Protection capability
- Mobile AMD Sempron processors help provide a more secure computing environment with AMD’s Enhanced Virus Protection (EVP) capability. Enabled by Windows XP Service Pack 2, AMD’s EVP is designed to prevent certain types of viruses from replicating and spreading to other systems. [Note: Enhanced Virus Protection will by default only protect the user's Windows operating system. After properly installing the appropriate Windows release, users must enable the protection of their applications and associated files from memory buffer overrun attacks. Contact your application software vendor for information regarding use of the application in conjunction with Enhanced Virus Protection. AMD and Microsoft strongly recommend that users continue to use third party anti-virus software as part of their security strategy.]
Wireless compatibility
- Compatible with all currently available 802.11a, b and g wireless solutions to stay connected at home, in the office or on the go.
3DNow!™ Professional technology
- Delivers outstanding multimedia software capabilities for games, streaming video and audio, DVDs and music.
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| Q: | Which OEMs are planning to support the Mobile AMD Sempron processor?
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| A: | Information about OEMs supporting all mobile AMD processors is updated as new systems become available. |
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| Q: | How do you define the specific target market for the Mobile AMD Sempron processor?
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| A: | Mobile AMD Sempron processors are tailored to value-conscious buyers of notebook PCs. On average, this market can be characterized as notebook PCs below $999. |
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| Q: | What is the system battery life of Mobile AMD Sempron processor-based notebooks? What kind of power management technology is included?
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| A: | The typical system battery life is approximately 3 hours, depending on battery size and system configurations. Mobile AMD Sempron processor-based notebooks include AMD’s advanced AMD PowerNow! technology to reduce average power consumption and extend system battery life. Further improvements in system battery life can be expected with the Mobile AMD Sempron processors for thin and light notebooks due to their low thermal design power and low operating voltage. |
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| Q: | What wireless solutions are available for Mobile AMD Sempron processor-based notebooks?
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| A: | AMD works with many industry partners to offer competitive chipset, graphics and wireless features in AMD processor-based notebooks. Advanced 802.11 wireless solutions are available from Broadcom and Atheros to support Mobile AMD Sempron processors. AMD supports open standards that allow customers to seek the best cost/performance value when selecting a wireless vendor. |
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| Q: | What chipsets are available to support the Mobile AMD Sempron processors?
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| A: | Solutions are now available from ATI, nVidia, SiS, Uli and Via for Mobile AMD Sempron processor-based notebooks. |
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| Q: | How much does the Mobile AMD Sempron processor cost?
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| A: | AMD prices all its products to provide competitive solutions. The new Mobile AMD Sempron processor 3300+ for thin and light notebooks is priced at $134 in 1K units. |
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| Q: | How do the Mobile AMD Sempron processors compare with Mobile AMD Athlon™ 64 processors?
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| A: | Mobile AMD Sempron processors are tailored to the growing segment of value-conscious PC users seeking a full-featured product with best-in-class performance for the changing face of everyday computing. Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors are designed to meet high-performance computing needs by providing outstanding 32-bit performance today, plus capability for tomorrow’s 64-bit applications. |
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| Q: | Will the Mobile AMD Sempron processor work with 64-bit operating systems?
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| A: | The Mobile AMD Sempron processor is an entry-level processor for everyday computing needs. Newer technology such as 64-bit operating systems are targeted for higher performance needs such as CAD, audio and video editing, large database applications, high-end consumer games and other high-performance applications. For these uses, we recommend purchasing a PC based on the AMD Athlon 64 processor or Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor. |
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| Q: | What memory does the Mobile AMD Sempron processor support?
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| A: | Mobile AMD Sempron processors based on the Socket 754 platform may use up to PC3200 DDR memory. |
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| Q: | What does the model number format for the Mobile AMD Sempron processors represent?
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| A: | Model numbers for the Mobile AMD Sempron processor help consumers evaluate the performance of their processor for everyday computing applications in order to make a more informed processor choice. The Mobile AMD Sempron processor employs model numbers based upon a suite of leading, recognized third-party benchmarks. These benchmarks are indicators of real-world performance for everyday software applications. AMD strives to deliver performance through leading-edge technologies and innovations. Customers experience the benefit of these technologies and innovations through improved performance and a better overall computing experience. |
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| Q: | Do the model numbers of the Mobile AMD Sempron processors represent performance relative to the Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processors?
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| A: | No, the third-party benchmarks for the Mobile AMD Sempron processor include leading productivity applications and benchmark suites. These benchmarks reflect real-world application performance for popular, everyday software applications. These benchmarks are intended to help consumers and PC manufacturers make educated decisions. The Mobile AMD Sempron processor is designed for everyday computing and employs a benchmark suite focused on popular productivity applications. The Mobile AMD Athlon 64 processor, designed for demanding multimedia applications and a cinematic computing experience, employs a broader benchmark suite encompassing advanced digital content creation and demanding 3-D gaming applications. |
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| Q: | Where did the name “Sempron” come from?
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| A: | The Mobile AMD Sempron brand represents our tradition to always strive to provide more value for our customers. The name is derived from the Latin word “semper,” which suggests “daily use, practical, and part of everyday life.” |
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