Compiler auto-vectorization

What experts have said about Compiler auto-vectorization

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1. Jean-Baptiste KempfNegativeMay 6, 2026· Lex Fridman Podcast

   Compiler auto-vectorization is multiple times slower than handwritten SIMD assembly.

   “it's multiple times slower.”

   Listen at 2:15:40

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