Table 1 Comparison of different computation methods
From: Probabilistic computing using Cu0.1Te0.9/HfO2/Pt diffusive memristors
Computation methods | Classical computing | Quantum computing | Probabilistic computing |
|---|---|---|---|
Data expression | 0 or 1 deterministic values | Superposition of 0 and 1; an infinite number of states between 0 and 1 | Probabilistic 0 or 1 |
Hardware implementation | CMOS-based digital logic circuits | Computing system based on electron spin resonance | Oscillating digital outputs based on stochastic devices |
Output | Deterministic | Probabilistic | Probabilistic |
Power consumption | High | High | Low |