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Collection of 356 Processor Die Photographs from 1972 to 2024 Released
Key points
- 356 processor die photographs compiled.
- Images span from 1972 to 2024.
- Photographers include Pauli Rautakorpi and ZeptoBars.
- Die sizes are included for 114 chips.
Processor Die Photography Compilation
A collection of 356 photographs depicting the internal silicon dies of various processors has been released. These images were captured by individuals who sand or dissolve processor packages to photograph the silicon through a microscope. The compilation includes contributions from Pauli Rautakorpi, ZeptoBars, John McMaster, and Fritzchens Fritz, among others.
Historical Scope and Scale
The photographs cover processors manufactured between 1972 and 2024, offering a visual timeline of processor evolution. For 114 of these chips, their true scale is known and presented, allowing for direct comparison of sizes, where a 1970s chip appears as a small speck next to a modern one.
Sources and Licensing
The images originate from various platforms, including Wikimedia Commons, Flickr, ZeptoBars, Siliconpr0n, and the CPU Graveyard wiki. Each photo retains its original license, which is displayed when the image is accessed. Die size information is derived from the photographers' notes and Wikipedia's transistor count tables.
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Reporting from
A collection of 356 processor die photographs, taken by various individuals including Pauli Rautakorpi and ZeptoBars, has been compiled and made available. These images span from 1972 to 2024, showcasing the internal silicon of processors. The compilation provides a visual history of processor development and design.