09:58
Amir Abbas
Unfortunately, it's not about the new quad-core processors from AMD, but regarding AMD's graphics division, ATI. First of all, the HD3870 X2 seems to be already available in serious quantities, but the best part is that ATI is finally filling the gap they left in the low-end and mid-end market, with the introduction of the new HD3400 and HD3600 series, and this is exactly what we'll talk about today(we'll get back to HD3870 X2 as soon as everyone starts getting their hands on the beauty and more and more test results emerge).
I won't keep you waiting, so here's what we have - as I was saying, the HD3400 series cover the entry-level sector, while the HD3600 should become best deal for your money, when the money is not enough to purchase a top-of-the-line card, such as the HD3870 X2.
At this time, the most important info about the desktop versions, in my opinion, is related to pricing, with up to $70 for the entry-level cards, and about $100 for the HD3600 series cards.
When it comes to features, most things are just as expected - both series are powered by 55nm GPUs, they feature improved HD decoding for 1080p Blu-ray and HD DVD content, and come with support for 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound audio output, using HDMI.
Obviously, both series are CrossFireX-capable, but what remains to be seen is if a CrossFire configuration using two of these lower performance cards is going to worth the price or not. Anyway, since the official launch of the series happens today, in Beijing, China, be sure I'll get back to the topic, as various third parties will start releasing their own products belonging to the HD3400 and HD3600 series!
I won't keep you waiting, so here's what we have - as I was saying, the HD3400 series cover the entry-level sector, while the HD3600 should become best deal for your money, when the money is not enough to purchase a top-of-the-line card, such as the HD3870 X2.
At this time, the most important info about the desktop versions, in my opinion, is related to pricing, with up to $70 for the entry-level cards, and about $100 for the HD3600 series cards.
When it comes to features, most things are just as expected - both series are powered by 55nm GPUs, they feature improved HD decoding for 1080p Blu-ray and HD DVD content, and come with support for 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound audio output, using HDMI.
Obviously, both series are CrossFireX-capable, but what remains to be seen is if a CrossFire configuration using two of these lower performance cards is going to worth the price or not. Anyway, since the official launch of the series happens today, in Beijing, China, be sure I'll get back to the topic, as various third parties will start releasing their own products belonging to the HD3400 and HD3600 series!
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