AMD announced in May that it would offer embedded parts based on mobile Athlon cores. At that time, it also launched a new model numbering scheme that describes performance relative to a Via C3, as well as power usage.

AMD describes the new NX 1250@6W processor as "a cost-effective solution for customers requiring sub-one gigahertz performance without a fan," and lists specifications as follows:

• .13um fabrication process
  
• 128/256KB L1/L2 cache
  
• 266MHz front-side bus
  
• Floating point logic
  
• AMD PowerNow! technology
  
• Less than 6 watt (typical) to 9 watt (maximum) total system power dissipation
  
• Socket A compatibility
  
• 3DNow!, MMX, and SSE instruction set

Availability

The NX 1250@6W is sampling now, and will cost $45 in 10K quantities when it reaches full production in October. Currently available models in AMD's line of Athlon-based embedded parts include the $65 NX 1500@6W and the $55 NX1750@14W.

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