Processors, methods, and systems to adjust maximum clock frequencies based on instruction type
US10579125B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 3, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An integrated circuit of an aspect includes a power control unit having an interface to receive an indication that one or more instructions of a first type are to be performed by a core. The power control unit also has logic to control a maximum clock frequency for the core based on the indication that the instructions of the first type are to be performed by the core.
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