(That is, 1:2 with the same end core frequency). It's just for product differentiation (probably not really, but I'm sure someone will try ).
I'm not so sure -- they are using a different chipset than in the towers (evidence is in the OS system list, the single channel memory, single CPU port, and the 1/3 ratio) which could let them design for the minimal heat that this machine needs. Running the bus at only 1/3 lets them run the chipset at a lower clock rate.
The Apple designers were working within a very strict thermal budget that was complicated by a CPU with greater than usual thermal variation from unit to unit. Their choice of video card and bus speed reflected this issue.
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Originally posted by RnSK
If my Name was Wrongy Wrongenstein, i could not have been more wrong.
I am IMPRESSED. clocking down the bus was not something i had thought of.
Good on ya' apple.
2" thin
Yay. Wow.
Nice.
I am impressed that even with your abrasiveness you decided to post this thread. That's a sign of good character.
Originally posted by Stoo
I'm awaiting the super-haxxor mod that puts the bus at 1:2 (OK, 1:4 DDR).
in that tight of a space? have 9-1 dialed to save the time when the fire starts...
Originally posted by Stoo
(That is, 1:2 with the same end core frequency). It's just for product differentiation (probably not really, but I'm sure someone will try
I'm not so sure -- they are using a different chipset than in the towers (evidence is in the OS system list, the single channel memory, single CPU port, and the 1/3 ratio) which could let them design for the minimal heat that this machine needs. Running the bus at only 1/3 lets them run the chipset at a lower clock rate.