Re: [Bug-gnubg] compilers other than g++

[Louis Zulli]

gnubg might be about 10% faster if compiled with icc. At least, that's  
my guess based on comparisons of chess engines compiled with icc  
versus gcc.

If I get a chance this weekend maybe I'll do an actual test.

Louis


On Sep 11, 2009, at 9:11 AM, Chuck Bower wrote:

> Has anyone ever looked into alternate compilers (such as those sold  
> by Intel)?  Is there an ethical/principled issue against using non- 
> OpenSource?  The goal would be increased speed due to better  
> optimization, etc.  For example, I believe the *Intel® C++ Compiler  
> Professional Edition for Linux* *has a free trial download and  
> academic price around $170.  (~$2k commercial license).
>
>         Chuck Bower
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