90 nanometer technology enables ATI to raise the performance bar for graphics in every segment
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - ATI Technologies Inc. (TSX: ATY, NASDAQ: ATYT) today launched a new family of graphics processors (GPUs) in the region. Built using the cutting-edge 90 nanometer semiconductor fabrication technology, the Radeon X1000 family outperforms competing products and delivers better image quality in every price category.
The new family has a GPU that is right for everyone. Competitive gamers and enthusiasts in the region looking for the absolute best will want the Radeon X1800 -- the fastest graphics processor on the planet. For those getting started in gaming or who are more interested in editing photos and videos, the Radeon X1600 delivers the best image quality available, for high-fidelity editing and playback.
"The RADEON X1000 family of GPUs was designed to be the best and it is the best," said Rauf Baig, managing director, ATI Technologies MENA. "In terms of gaming performance, it is the fastest; in terms of image quality, it is the best looking; in terms of features, it is the richest. We are excited to be introducing the product in the Middle East, a region that is constantly developing and embracing new technology"
Each of the new graphics processors feature:
- Ultra-threaded shader architecture to run today's shader-intense games faster than any product already on the market.
- Revolutionary new memory architecture that makes the GPUs incredibly efficient, improving performance even more.
- Fast and efficient 3D image quality that delivers the best looking games while maintaining blistering fast performance.
- Avivo, ATI's technologies to greatly improve display quality and refine video playback.
For more information on these or other ATI products please visit www.ati.com
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About ATI Technologies
ATI Technologies Inc. is a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative 3D graphics and digital media silicon solutions. An industry pioneer since 1985, ATI is the world's foremost visual processor unit (VPU) provider and is dedicated to deliver leading-edge performance solutions for the full range of PC and Mac desktop and notebook platforms, workstation, set-top and digital television, game console and handheld device markets. With 2004 revenues of US $2 billion, ATI has more than 3,200 employees in the Americas, Europe and Asia. ATI common shares trade on NASDAQ (ATYT) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (ATY).
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