#a7 64-bit

In this segment, we’ll take a closer look at this 64-bit dual-core SoC and straighten out some of the misconceptions that people may have about it. Apple’s 64-bit processor isn't new, and it’s been around since last year. Although the concept behind 64-bit mobile processor has been around since late last year (when ARM announced the Cortex-A57 processor), the A7 is the first one to be integrated into a consumer-ready device (Apple iPhone 5S). A 64-bit processor is useless unless the device have 4GB or more of RAM. While it’s true that one of the more prevalent advantages of 64-bit chips over 32-bit ones is its ability to handle 4GB or above RAM, that doesn’t mean that procs like the A7 won’t fare any better if the memory drops below 4GB. In one of their entries, Wikipedia has cited some instances where a 64-bit chip is better than 32-bit builds. It’s true that a 64-bit chips are more capable handling huge chunks of data compared to 32-bit processors, but when it comes to basic tasks, the difference in speed between the two is indistinguishable. In case you missed it, Apple did mention that iOS 7 will also be 64-bit. Read more in our articles including "7 Things you should know about the Apple A7 processor" and "You can now buy and sell Bitcoins in the Philippines".