From here: http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=29671

It had been speculated, but now it appears that it may occur. A 3.0Ghz Opteron in "Early Q2" would most certianly have to be a 90nm part.

The first question that entered my mind was "how can they do it"?

Possibly, AMD's higher power envelope with Socket AM2 gives part of the answer. Perhaps the DSL technology provides a bit more. Perhaps a new mask completes the equation?

The second question that entered my mind was "Why do it"?

Nothing Intel has to offer in Q2 can even touch Opteron. If AMD is truly preparing to release a 3.0Ghz Opteron, then I would suspect that Intel has SOME threat that is pushing AMD into this move.

What do you guys make of this?