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Cell Processor Shrinking to 45nm in 2009, Paves Way for PS3 Price Cuts

Sep 22, 2008 6:00pm CST tags: PlayStation 3
Sony and Toshiba will begin production of a smaller 45nm Cell processor in 2009, according to Engadget.

The 45nm version of the chip used in the PlayStation 3 will cost less than the current 65nm chip, while requiring 40% less power.

The drop in cost of the PS3 processor could lead to price cuts for Sony's game console should the hardware manufacturer upgrade to the newer chip.

        

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