Comments on: Intel 45nm fab to open in 45 days

Intel's first manufacturing facility for producing 45-nanometer processors in high volume will open in October in Chandler, Ariz.

[SaltwaterBurning]

Incorrect Information

"Intel rival Advanced Micro Devices has just begun its transition to 65-nanometer processors." is factually incorrect. AMD has been shipping 65nm parts since 12/06. I don't think that qualifies as "just begun". See http://techreport.com/articles.x/11473

[RecessionCone]

I'd say it's accurate

Considering that AMD still can't make a 65nm chip that yields at
frequencies equal to its 90nm technology, I guess I'd have to agree
that they're still beginning their transition to 65nm.
In fact, I'm a little surprised that you would claim their 65nm
process is mature, when all of their top of the line chips are still
being made on 90nm.

[Montevale]

Less heat more ooooomph?

The UMPCs can't be made without this crucial step.
We really need faster CPUs that have smaller footprint of heat consumption.

[spothannah]

45nm

I find this amazing. Any idea as to the next "downsizing" in terms of size and when it is expected to take place?