IBM’s RoadRunner now the fastest computer on the planet


9 June, 2008 (13:55) Posted by Oli | , ,

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In an attempt to at least post something OTHER than WWDC coverage today, we have for your perusal the fastest computer around: Roadrunner.


Weighing in at a hefty $133,000,000 IBM’s effort boasts 12,960 “improved” Cell processors (PS3’s to take over the world?) and a few thousand Opterons.

The machine is apparently for military use only, so don’t expect to see any 3DMark scores or l33t overclocking any time soon !

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