CacheGröße

CacheGröße refers to the size of a cache memory. Cache memory is a small, fast type of computer memory that is used to store frequently accessed data. This allows the processor to access this data more quickly than it could from the main memory (RAM). The effectiveness of a cache is directly related to its size. A larger cache can hold more data, potentially leading to a higher cache hit rate, meaning the processor finds the data it needs within the cache more often. However, larger caches also consume more power and are more expensive to manufacture. Conversely, a smaller cache is cheaper and uses less power but may result in a lower hit rate and slower performance if it cannot store enough frequently used data. The optimal CacheGröße is a balance between performance, cost, and power consumption, and it varies depending on the specific application and hardware design. Different levels of cache (L1, L2, L3) exist within a processor, each with its own CacheGröße, with L1 being the smallest and fastest, and L3 being the largest and slowest of the on-chip caches.