Cache management based on access type priority
US11768779B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 16, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 26, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 16, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems, apparatuses, and methods for cache management based on access type priority are disclosed. A system includes at least a processor and a cache. During a program execution phase, certain access types are more likely to cause demand hits in the cache than others. Demand hits are load and store hits to the cache. A run-time profiling mechanism is employed to find which access types are more likely to cause demand hits. Based on the profiling results, the cache lines that will likely be accessed in the future are retained based on their most recent access type. The goal is to increase demand hits and thereby improve system performance. An efficient cache replacement policy can potentially reduce redundant data movement, thereby improving system performance and reducing energy consumption.
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