Intel 486 microprocessor, 1989.

Intel 486 processor Intel 486 microprocessor, 1989.

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Intel 486 processor
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Intel 486 processor

The Intel 486 microprocessor was introduced in 1989 and marked a significant improvement in the processing capacity of computers over that of the previous Intel 386 (introduced in 1985). In addition, the 486 processor was the first to offer a built-in 'math co-processor'. This increased computing speeds because complex mathematical functions could be processed away from the central processor.

Details

Category:
Computing & Data Processing
Object Number:
2000-460
Materials:
metal, composites, silicon
Measurements:
: 8 x 35 x 35 mm
type:
microprocessors
credit:
Intel