While previous roadmaps and estimations straight from Intel pointed to a late-2011 release for their Sandy Bridge successor, the 22nm-based Ivy Bridge, the latest updates from Intel show a revised, delayed schedule. Instead of late 2011 we’re now looking at a public release of Ivy Bridge in March/April of 2012. PC enthusiasts will likely be bummed, though the wait should still be well worth it.

Ivy Bridge continues on the successes of Sandy Bridge by shrinking down to the 22nm level allowing more transistors in a smaller space which equates to more performance and more efficiency. Also, Ivy Bridge is the first platform to make use of Intel’s new “tri-gate” transistor technology. According to Intel’s own metrics, the tri-gate technology will produce performance improvements up to 37% higher than current 32nm hardware. Other joys of Ivy Bridge include PCI Express 3.0×16 interconnect, PCIe x4 controller, USB 3.0 (native), and support for multiple displays.

Still, having to wait 4-6 months longer isn’t going to sit well with those already chomping at the bit for something bigger and better than what Sandy Bridge has to offer.

Source: Zol.com.cn
Via: 9to5Mac