Fair Value Measurements - Fair and Carrying Value (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Nov. 28, 2013	Aug. 29, 2013
Fair Value [Member] | Level 2 [Member]
Fair value disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of convertible debt instruments	$ 6,076	$ 4,167
Elpida creditor installment payments and other debt instruments	1,680	2,269
Carrying Value [Member]
Fair value disclosure [Line Items]
Fair value of convertible debt instruments	3,019	2,506
Elpida creditor installment payments and other debt instruments	$ 1,677	$ 2,279