> Specifications about a duo core x86 cpu, I should say suffice.
I'd be surprised if they would use a different CPU chip to the Talos II. It seems doubtful that IBM would make a custom Power9 CPU/socket just for a one-off run of 10,000 boards. I don't know, perhaps they would? Again, we would need to get more specific details of what Raptor have in mind.
I have to say, I'm a bit confused about the CPU that is being used with the Talos II. Raptor's website seems a bit scanty on details, except that each CPU package has '4 cores and is SMT4 capable'. However, according to Wikipedia's Power9 page and this PDF from IBM, the Power9 is only being made in 2 versions: 12x SMT8 cores or 24x SMT4. A 24-core CPU sounds like it would be massive overkill for a home desktop PC. I don't know, maybe that info is out-of-date, or Raptor have some agreement with IBM for a custom chip? Would be interesting if we can find out more ..
