Exploring the Power of the PS3 Supercomputer: The Condor Cluster

Discover how the PS3 supercomputer, the Condor Cluster, achieved remarkable computing power with 1,760 units.

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The PS3 supercomputer, known as the Condor Cluster, used 1,760 PlayStation 3s and achieved a computational performance of 500 teraflops. It was one of the most cost-efficient solutions for its time in terms of raw computing power.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the Condor Cluster? The Condor Cluster is a PS3 supercomputer made of 1,760 PlayStation 3 consoles, known for its impressive computational capacity.
  2. How fast is the PS3 supercomputer? The PS3 supercomputer achieved a performance of 500 teraflops, making it one of the most powerful systems at the time.
  3. Why was the Condor Cluster considered cost-efficient? The Condor Cluster utilized commercially available PlayStation 3 units, providing high computational power at a lower cost compared to traditional supercomputers.
  4. What applications did the PS3 supercomputer support? The PS3 supercomputer was used for various scientific applications, including physics simulations and complex mathematical calculations.

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