After trying out the Atom Z540 on the Vaio X, we got the faster model which was the Intel Atom Z550 running at 2.0GHz. We checked how it turned out in terms of performance.
The Atom Z540 processors that came with the Sony Vaio X was running at 1.86GHz. We ran it thru several tests and benchmark results are shown below.
A new dual core CPU from AMD is out and available in stores. The AMD Athlon II X2 245 runs at 2.9GHz with dual cores.
Intel launched a new Core i7 processor without much fanfare with the Core i7 960 running at 3.2GHz. This is different from the previous 3.2GHz Core i7 965 Extreme Edition as it is locked. Expect the price of the CPU to be cheaper (under Php30,000) when it comes out.
We earlier got a loaner CPU running an Intel Core i7 920 @ 2.63GHz so I took the opportunity to check out how fast it works. Check the figure below for the quick benchmarks.
With the recent launch of Intel’s latest Core i7 and i5 chips, ASUS released its P7P55D Series motherboard. The LGA 1156 socket motherboard is based on the Asus Xtreme Design which also includes the latest Hybrid Technology for enhanced performance.
Asus claims a new motherboard in the RoG line that’s Windows 7 ready — the Maximus III Gene.
A new motherboard from Asus, aptly named Maximus III Formula, is another model under the Republic of Gamers label. As such, one will obviously notice the striking red and black design of the board.
Intel Philippines today introduced the first processor under the Core i5 brand — a 2.66GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 750.
Asus’s new Rampage II Gene motherboard was made under the Republic of Gamers brand that supports the latest Intel Core i7 processors.

