Tensilica Tweaks Xtensa

摘要

Tensilica is introducing two new versions of its configurable embedded-processor cores: the Xtensa LX3 and Xtensa 8. In addition to having new features, they are generally smaller and faster than their predecessors and use less power when fabricated in the same CMOSrnprocess. Tensilica began delivering the cores to licensees in October and November.rnThe new processors supersede the Xtensa LX2 and Xtensa 7 cores introduced three years ago. (See MPR 12/4/06-02, "Tensilica Upgrades Xtensa Cores") These 32-bit cores are the base configurations underlying Tensilica's entire product line, including the Diamond Standard preconfigured cores and the ConnX Baseband Engine (ConnX BBE) introduced last summer. (See MPR 3/20/06-01, "Tensilica's Preconfigured Cores," and MPR 8/10/09-01, "Tensilica Plays Baseband.")