Types of Processor (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Quizzes
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What key feature defines CISC processors?
What key feature defines CISC processors?
Multiple operations in one cycle
How many clock cycles does a typical RISC instruction take to execute?
How many clock cycles does a typical RISC instruction take to execute?
One clock cycle
What type of instruction length do CISC processors use?
What type of instruction length do CISC processors use?
Variable length
Which architecture typically requires fewer lines of code?
Which architecture typically requires fewer lines of code?
CISC processors
Which architecture has lower power consumption?
Which architecture has lower power consumption?
RISC processors
Which processors are examples of CISC architecture?
Which processors are examples of CISC architecture?
x86 Intel and AMD processors
Where are ARM processors typically used?
Where are ARM processors typically used?
Smartphones and tablets
How many clock cycles do CISC instructions typically require?
How many clock cycles do CISC instructions typically require?
Multiple clock cycles
What architecture type does RISC use for memory operations?
What architecture type does RISC use for memory operations?
Load/Store Architecture
Which architecture is better optimised for pipelining?
Which architecture is better optimised for pipelining?
RISC processors
What do RISC processors require for efficient code management?
What do RISC processors require for efficient code management?
Advanced compiler optimisation
Which architecture uses memory more efficiently?
Which architecture uses memory more efficiently?
CISC processors