Intel Introduces Dual-Core Atom Processor for Netbooks

“Seeking to keep its dominant position in the netbook market,
Intel announced Monday that its new mobile dual-core Atom
processors have hit the streets in a dozen new netbook models from
various manufacturers.

“The new dual-core Intel Atom N550, which supports DDR3 memory,
powers netbooks from manufacturers including Acer, Asus, Fujitsu,
Lenovo, LG, Samsung, MSI and Toshiba.

“The release comes as Intel (NASDAQ: INTC), far and away the
dominant microprocessor player in the netbook arena, is beginning
to see some pressure in that area from its closest rival, AMD. AMD
(NYSE: AMD) was the first out of the gate with a dual-core
microprocessor aimed at netbooks: HP rolled out its Pavilion dm1z
ultraportable notebook with the AMD Athlon II Neo Dual-Core K325
and AMD Turion II Neo Dual-Core K625 processor as options in
July.”

Complete Story