This just doesn't match the research I've read. CISC wasn't about speed of execution, and x86 isn't an asset, there. (As I understand it Intel's expertise in co

This just doesn't match the research I've read. CISC wasn't about speed of execution, and x86 isn't an asset, there. (As I understand it Intel's expertise in compilers, emulation of CISC by RISC, and manufacturing are wonderful compensating factors.)