The recent
introduction of Microsoft Vista and a slew of other 3D-optimized
applications, including Google Maps and Microsoft Office 2007, has
redefined customers' expectations for experiencing visually-rich mainstream
applications on their home and business PCs. As a result, consumers have
now made the GPU a primary requirement in their PC purchasing decisions. As
the only independent GPU provider, NVIDIA Corporation (Nasdaq: NVDA) is
well positioned to capitalize on this emerging trend, and is proud to
announce that it has extended its family of GeForce 7-Series motherboard
graphics processing units (mGPUs) to Intel processor-based PCs. Starting
today, GeForce graphics are more affordable and accessible than ever before
for Intel customers.
"The use of powerful graphics is not limited to just games anymore.
Many of today's most popular business and consumer applications, including
Adobe Acrobat, Second Life, and Apple iTunes are optimized for the power of
a modern GPU," said Jon Peddie, president of Jon Peddie Research (JPR), a
leading market research firm based in Tiburon, CA. "With their new GeForce
mGPUs, NVIDIA is pioneering the development of new graphics technologies
that are helping to evolve the capabilities of mainstream PC platforms.
Customers understand that their overall PC experience is largely defined by
the graphics processors. Anyone, from a seasoned IT pro to a college
student can compare the PC experience delivered by NVIDIA mGPUs against any
traditional integrated graphics solution and realize the dramatic impact a
modern GPU can make."
The NVIDIA GeForce 7150 mGPU delivers the performance of an entry-level
discrete GPU and leading graphics compatibility when compared against
traditional integrated graphics solutions. The GeForce 7150, 7100, and 7050
mGPUs are designed to support a full range of Intel CPUs (Core 2, Pentium,
and Celeron CPU families), including upcoming 45nm Intel "Penryn"
processors and other new features, such as 1333MHz frontside bus
technology. In addition to delivering an unparalleled graphics experience
to mainstream PCs, the GeForce 7-Series mGPUs support optional HDMI or DVI
digital output capability to enable the playback of protected digital
content directly from the PC to high- definition televisions and other
displays.
Designed as single chip solutions for cost-effective PC system
integration for both AMD and Intel platforms, all NVIDIA GeForce 7-Series
mGPUs enable the premium graphics experience on Windows Vista, and
incorporate NVIDIA nForce core-logic functionality, including advanced
storage and networking features for powering today's connected digital
lifestyles.
"Integrated graphics are no longer 'good enough' for mainstream
applications," said Drew Henry, general manager of MCP business at NVIDIA.
"Windows Vista has opened consumer's eyes to an entirely new visual
experience. We are ecstatic that our customers will now be able to harness
the power of NVIDIA graphics and application compatibility and have an
exceptional PC experience no matter what their price budget or intended
application usage is."
NVIDIA is the recognized market leader for GPU desktop and notebook
solutions for both Intel and AMD platforms. New PCs and motherboards
featuring the NVIDIA GeForce 7-series mGPUs for Intel platforms will be
available later this month directly from global system integrators and
industry-leading motherboard partners including: Abit, Asrock, Asus,
Biostar, Colorful, ECS, EVGA, Foxconn, Galaxy, Gigabyte, Hassee, Inno3D,
Jetway, J&W, Maxsun, MSI, Onda, Palit, PC Partner, PNY, Supox, Unika, XFX,
and more.
NVIDIA
NVIDIA Corporation is the worldwide leader in programmable graphics
processor technologies. The Company creates innovative, industry-changing
products for computing, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. NVIDIA is
headquartered in Santa Clara, CA and has offices throughout Asia, Europe,
and the Americas.
Source: NVIDIA
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