4.3.2 - Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling (DVFS)
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What does DVFS stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about voltage and frequency changes in circuits.
What type of power does DVFS primarily aim to reduce?
💡 Hint: Consider how energy is used when circuits are active.
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What is the primary goal of DVFS?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between power and performance.
True or False: DVFS increases power consumption during low workloads.
💡 Hint: Think about how DVFS interacts with workload.
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Calculate the energy savings in a circuit implementing DVFS if it reduces the voltage from 1.2V to 0.9V during idle states while maintaining a frequency of 1GHz. Assume a capacitance of 0.5nF.
💡 Hint: Use the power formula and compare results at the different voltage levels.
Discuss the impact of DVFS on battery life in mobile devices. How might it change user experience?
💡 Hint: Think about how longer battery life impacts daily device usage.
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