computer architecture- VLIW vs superscalar

Why does a superscalar architecture consumes more power compared to a VLIW computer...?'

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sheiz
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Who said it does?

Rick

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rickman

It doesn't have to, but assuming all else is equal, it may be due to the extra logic that is required in a superscalar processor to perform dynamic scheduling and reordering. As typically this is handled by a compiler for a VLIW machine, this logic can be omitted, thus saving power and complexity.

Jon

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jon

VLIW

I dont no actually.. that question is from a assignment.

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sheiz

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