Changing Trends in Computer Architecture : A Comprehensive Analysis of ARM and x86 Processors

Gupta, Khushi; Sharma, Tushar

doi:10.32628/cseit2173188

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“…Recent advances position ARM processors as more potent than x86 processors, leading to changes in industrial dynamics and influencing software development environments. [16] ARM's growth path transcends its mobile roots, exploring server-grade components focusing on scalability. The availability of mobile and server-class ARM SoCs demonstrates ARM's adaptability to various computing needs.…”

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Redefining Computing: Rise of ARM from consumer to Cloud for energy efficiency

Tahmid Noor Rahman,

Nusaiba Khan,

Zarif Ishmam Zaman

2024

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Today, our lifestyle revolves around digital devices powered by microprocessors of different instruction set architectures (ISA). Among them, the most common are x86 and ARM, the brainpower of our computers and smartphones. Reduced instruction set computing (RISC) is the basis of ARM architecture, designed to offer greater energy efficiency. On the other hand, principles of complex instruction set computing (CISC) are utilized by x86 processors, which handle heavier computing tasks while being more power-hungry. The rise of smartphones over a decade has changed the laptop market. It also influenced customers towards ARM-based energy-efficient laptops. This transition in the computing segment is seen not only in consumers but also in commercial settings, especially data centers. Usually, data centers are designed to operate 24/7, where energy is a big concern. So, ARM chips have started making their way to cloud servers. This paper comprehensively analyzes and compares the ARM and x86 architectures to unravel the factors contributing to ARM's increasing dominance in the market. It also explores the impact of smartphones on the laptop market and assesses the significance of system-on-a-chip (SoC). Focusing on the proper utilization of energy and sustainability, our paper offers valuable insights into the growing trend of adopting ARM processors in the computing industry.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Redefining Computing: Rise of ARM from consumer to Cloud for energy efficiency

Tahmid Noor Rahman,

Nusaiba Khan,

Zarif Ishmam Zaman

2024

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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“…The Raspberry Pi 3B uses a Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) processor, which is more efficient than a Complex Instruction Set Computer (CISC) processor as less heat is produced [11]. The device also uses a small LCD.…”

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Raspberry-PI based Design of An Interactive Smart Mirror for Daily Life

Lyons,

Anicho,

Secco

2024

Digital Technol. Res. Appl.

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The Internet of Things and spatial computing are increasingly popular in today's technological environment. These devices can sometimes produce counterproductive effects, complicating the interaction between non-expert end users and the device itself. In this paper, we propose a simple, user-friendly, and cost-effective configurable smart mirror, which can display usefully relevant real-time information. This system is designed based on a low-cost Raspberry Pi paired with an LCD screen. The system can connect with a personal computer (PC) through the IEEE 802.15 wireless communication protocol. The preliminary results in this paper show the intuitive usability of the device in daily life.

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“…These applications covered a variety of computational paradigms, including HPCC [6] (various HPC benchmarks), NWChem [7] (ab initio chemistry), OpenFOAM [4] (partial differential equation solver), GROMACS [8] (molecular simulation), AI Benchmark Alpha [9] (AI benchmark) and Enzo [10] (adaptive mesh refinement). Although ARM performance is generally considered to be slower than current x86 counterparts, it has been shown in many cases to be comparable and sometimes even surpass previous generations of x86 CPUs, as seen in [11]. Moreover, in terms of energy efficiency, considering both power consumption and execution time, ARM has proven to be more energy efficient than x86 processors in most instances.…”

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Comprehensive Analysis of Energy Efficiency and Performance of ARM and RISC-V SoCs

Suárez,

Almeida,

Blanco

2023

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Over the past few years, ARM has been the dominant player in embedded systems and System-on-Chips (SoCs). However, with the emergence of hardware platforms based on the RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA), it has become necessary to compare these two ISAs. In this study, our goal is to comprehensively evaluate the energy efficiency and performance of ARM and RISC-V ISAs across three different SoCs. We will conduct benchmark tests to measure power consumption and overall system performance. The results of our study are valuable to developers and researchers looking to select the best ISA for energy-efficient computing applications. Our findings indicate that while RISC-V hardware platforms exhibit lower average power consumption than their ARM counterparts, the performance-per-watt ratio may not necessarily favor RISC-V. Ultimately, our overarching objective is to thoroughly examine both ISAs and to pinpoint areas where each can be enhanced, ultimately contributing to greater energy efficiency. Furthermore, to ensure the practical applicability of our findings, we will use the Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software OpenFOAM. This step serves to validate the relevance of our results in real-world scenarios. It allows us to fine-tune execution parameters based on the insights gained from our initial study. By doing so, we aim not only to provide meaningful conclusions, but also to investigate the transferability of our results to practical applications. Our analysis will also scrutinize the capabilities of these SoCs when handling nonsynthetic software workloads, thereby broadening the scope of our evaluation.

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Changing Trends in Computer Architecture : A Comprehensive Analysis of ARM and x86 Processors

Cited by 8 publications

References 18 publications

Redefining Computing: Rise of ARM from consumer to Cloud for energy efficiency

Redefining Computing: Rise of ARM from consumer to Cloud for energy efficiency

Raspberry-PI based Design of An Interactive Smart Mirror for Daily Life

Comprehensive Analysis of Energy Efficiency and Performance of ARM and RISC-V SoCs

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