cache latency

[/kæʃ ləˈtɛnsi/]
nounpl: cache latencies
latência de cache
1. The time delay between a processor requesting data from cache memory and receiving that data
The cache latency of L1 cache is typically only a few clock cycles.
A latência de cache do cache L1 é tipicamente apenas alguns ciclos de clock.
2. The measure of how long it takes for data stored in a cache to be accessible to a processor
Reducing cache latency is critical for improving overall system performance.
Reduzir a latência de cache é crítico para melhorar o desempenho geral do sistema.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in computer science, software engineering, and IT industries. It is universally understood across both American and Brazilian technical communities without regional variation. The term is fundamental in discussions about processor design, system optimization, and performance tuning.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cache access timecache response timememory latency
Antonyms / Antônimos
cache speedhigh throughput

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
latência de cache
Standard technical term used in computing contexts
Portugal
latência de cache
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, used in technical documentation
USA Technical
cache latency
Universal term in computer architecture and engineering fields

Related Words

L1 cacheL2 cachememory hierarchyclock cycleCPU performancemiss penalty

Related Idioms & Phrases

minimize cache latency
cache latency bottleneck
optimize for cache latency
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