Processor operating by selecting smaller of requested frequency and an energy performance gain (EPG) frequency
US9671853B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D10/00
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
In an embodiment, a processor includes at least one core and energy performance gain (EPG) logic to determine an EPG frequency based on a first value of an EPG. The EPG is based upon energy consumed by the processor and upon performance of the processor. The processor also includes a clock generator to generate a frequency of operation of the at least one core based on the EPG frequency. Other embodiments are described and claimed.
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