Robert Milstrey

The first 22nm IA multi-CPU and GPU system-on-chip using tri-gate transistors

This paper will go over some of the details of Intels latest Core offering, the first 22nm design code-named Ivy Bridge. In addition to the new process, Ivy Bridge offers several new features including significant improvements to the Graphics and Media block including DX11 support, new power/thermal control optimizations, support for 3 simultaneous displays, new security features and new PCIE Gen3 support. The new 22nm process provides exceptional low voltage performance advantage as well as a 2x improvement in density. The paper also reviews changes to leverage the low operating voltages as well as details of IO, PLL and clocking. Ivy Bridge was introduced into the market on April 23, 2012.