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New Dell XPS to use Intel Extreme CPU

This new processor, the Pentium  4 processor at 3.20GHz with HT Technology Extreme Edition features a large 2MB level 3 cache along with Hyper-Threading  (HT) technology. It offers ultra high-end users performance benefits across a range of applications, from digital content creation to 3-D gaming.

“This is another example of how Dell offers customers access to the latest technology that pushes the performance envelope,” said Tim Mattox, vice president of client marketing, Dell Product Group. “With this processor, Precision workstation customers can run complex programs-like those found in engineering design centers and digital visualization studios-faster, potentially improving productivity. Dimension XPS users will enjoy the performance boost when running processor-intensive 3-D games and other high-end applications.”

The single-processor Dell Precision 360 workstation offers customers the fastest Intel Pentium 4 processors available and an array of workstation-class AGP 8X and AGP 8X Pro50 graphics solutions, certified on the industry’s leading workstation applications for some of the best 2- and 3-D performance available. Complete product details can be found at www.dell.com/precision.

The Dimension XPS desktop is designed for gamers and enthusiasts. In addition to the latest Intel processor technology, the Dimension XPS provides an innovatively designed chassis with a 460W power supply, integrated RAID capability, integrated Intel PRO/1000 gigabit ethernet, advanced graphic card options like ATI’s 256MB RadeonTM  9800 XT, plus memory and hard drive options to help maximize performance. Additional details can be found at www.dell.com/dimension.

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