Has the iCOMP index formula changed?
Yes. iCOMP® Index 2.0 is meant to represent processor performance requirements over the next few years. Thus, in order to maintain relevance for today’s and tomorrow’s PC purchases, the formula was updated to match trends in the PC software environment. In particular, the benchmarks included in the formula are based on modern software, and their respective weightings reflect the shifting usage pattern of particular types of applications and inherent instructions. The iCOMP index definition will be updated based on customer input and technology advancements. • What changes in software and usage patterns prompted updating the iCOMP® index? Three major market and performance trends have influenced the latest formula revision: • Development of new or updated benchmarks for today’s popular application profiles. The PC industry has begun to develop new benchmarks which reflect the unique mix of instructions of emerging software. The developers of PCBench* 7.0.1, for instance, have created CP
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