AMD K6 processors

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:microprocessor
gptkbp:architectural_style gptkb:x86
gptkb:K6_microarchitecture
gptkbp:cache_size 512 KB L2 cache
write-back cache
64 KB L1 cache
gptkbp:competitors gptkb:Intel_Pentium_series
gptkbp:connects 66 M Hz
gptkbp:cooling_system requires cooling solutions
gptkbp:death_date gptkb:2000
gptkbp:economic_impact increased competition in CPU market
gptkbp:end_of_life gptkb:2000
gptkbp:engine approximately 7 million
gptkbp:events gptkb:Comdex_1997
gptkbp:fuel_capacity good for its time
gptkbp:graphics integrated graphics not available
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label AMD K6 processors
gptkbp:is_compatible_with compatible with Socket 7 motherboards
compatible with Windows 95 and later
gptkbp:language_of_instruction gptkb:x86-32
gptkbp:launch_date April 1997
gptkbp:legacy supports older software
supports DOS applications
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:AMD
gptkbp:market gptkb:1997
$199
mid-range CPU
gptkbp:market_segment desktop
gptkbp:notable_feature 3 D Now! technology
gptkbp:notable_users various PC manufacturers
gptkbp:number_of_cores gptkb:musical
gptkbp:overclocking_support high
gptkbp:performance low latency
competitive with Pentium II
competitive with Intel Pentium II at similar clock speeds
gptkbp:power_consumption up to 25 W
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:AMD_K5
gptkbp:processor gptkb:K6_family
gptkbp:produced_by 250 nm
CMOS technology
gptkbp:ram gptkb:CEO
2 GB
gptkbp:rating varied by model
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:1997
gptkbp:size approximately 200 mm²
gptkbp:socket_type gptkb:Socket_7
gptkbp:speed up to 550 M Hz
gptkbp:successor gptkb:AMD_K6-2
K6-3
gptkbp:supports MMX support
gptkbp:target_market home and office users
gptkbp:thermal_design_power recommended
up to 25 W
gptkbp:user_base enthusiasts and budget users
gptkbp:variant K6-2, K6-3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Socket_7
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6