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out-of-order execution
A CPU technique that reorders instructions to use idle execution units.
Also known as:
OoO
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
out-of-order execution — A CPU technique that reorders instructions to use idle execution units.
See also: coprocessor, microarchitecture.
Where out-of-order execution Matters
Processors
Mobile Processors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is out-of-order execution?
A CPU technique that reorders instructions to use idle execution units.
What terms are related to out-of-order execution?
Related Chips terms include coprocessor, microarchitecture.