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Intel, AMD Sampling Processors:

DigiTimes is reporting that both Intel and AMD are sampling their next-gen to select clients. Intel is sending out its 600-series chips while AMD is getting dual core samples into the hands of motherboard vendors. If everyone stays on track it looks like 2005 will shape up nicely for both companies.

Intel has sampled one of its 600-series CPUs to some of its clients in Taiwan and has also given more details of technology support for its 945/955 chipsets for the dual-core Smithfield CPUs, which are slated for launch in the second quarter of next year, according to sources at Taiwan motherboard makers.