Here’s a new processor from VIA, the Nano X2 low power dual-core chip. I’ve always thought that VIA quit fighting with AMD and Intel over tiny processors for netbooks and low power notebooks, but it seemed that they’re back at it. This is an x86 processor comprises two of VIA’s 64-bit Isaiah architecture cores, found in previous single-core Nano CPUs. The processors come with native 64-bit software support, VIA’s PadLock hardware security features, and VT CPU virtualization technology. The new Nano X2 chips are compatible with VIA’s previous processors, including the Nano, C7, C7-M, and Eden, facilitating easy upgrades. The VIA Nano X2 processors are already currently available for OEMs, with systems featuring the chips expected in the first quarter of this year. Don’t expect performance like AMD’s Bobcat or Intel’s dual-core N550 though.

SOURCE via VIA