Name/Title
1974- P4004 1st 4-bit Microprocessor, IntelTags
IntelDescription
The Intel 4004 is a historically significant microprocessor, introduced in 1971.General Notes
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Specifications:
Clock Rate: Operated at 740 kHz.
Data Width: 4 bits.
Address Width: 12 bits (multiplexed).
Instruction Set: Initially had 46 instructions.
Transistors: Approximately 2,300.
Package: Used a 16-pin dual inline package.
Significance:
The Intel 4004 was the first commercially available microprocessor. It powered the Busicom calculator and later found use in other devices.
Legacy:
Although limited in capabilities compared to modern processors, the 4004 paved the way for the microprocessor revolution.
