GECUBE Launches New Dual Core Era in Visual Effects and 3D Gaming for 2008
With the Radeon HD3000 Series
(2008/01/23, Taipei) After wooing gamers with the release of the power-packed HD3850 and HD3870 series at the end of 2007, GECUBE has now revealed to waiting gamers and the media its line-up for Spring 2008: the next-generation heavy weight HD3870X2, the HD3400 and the HD3600. This means GECUBE is now offering for the first time the full range of HD3000 graphics cards and bringing gamers an all-new dual-core experience. The HD3870X2, HD3400 and HD3600 are all based on the AMD 55nm chip process and use the PCI-Express 2.0 interface to deliver the optimal graphics performance; The GECUBE HD3870X2 even combines the latest dual-core technology with ATI CrossFireX™ and the enhanced DirectX10.1/SM4.1 standard to achieve even more realistic visual effects. There is no better way to enjoy high-definition video with superior image processing technology!
The GECUBE HD3870X2 series is the new performer from AMD’s new HD3000 series. Equipped with the ATI Radeon™ R680 (55nm) graphics chip, it uses the latest dual core technology, 1GB of high-speed GDDR3 memory and massive 512-bit memory bandwidth to unleash the full potential of the graphics card for the best visual effects. Thanks to the use of the PCI-Express 2.0 interface, complete support for the enhanced DirectX10.1/SM4.1 standard and integration of the latest ATI CrossFireX™ technology, the GECUBE HD3870X2 not only delivers the most immersive 3D gaming effects but can also easily overclock its core and memory frequencies to 850MHz/960*2MHz.
At the same time, GECUBE’s proprietary X-Turbo Dual fan solution uses dual ultra-quiet 7.5cm fans and Quad Heatpipes to deliver a superb cooling performance that keeps the HD3870X2 running cool and quiet even at overclocked speeds. The GECUBE HD3870X2 also comes with a built-in HDMI and 5.1 surround sound that supports HDCP, HD DVD, Blu-Ray and the latest UVD (Unified Video Decoder) technology. This provides even more realistic and lifelike video performance at resolutions of up to 1080p. Quad Dual-link DVI support means that it can drive up to four different displays at the same time, allowing users to enjoy movies while playing 3D games or running standard applications. Thanks to the new dual-core technology, Quad DVI support, latest 24X AA (Anti-Aliasing) and high-speed 128-bit HDR (High Dynamic Range) processing technologies, the GECUBE HD3870X2 will simply amaze you with its awe-inspiring performance during gaming or media playback.
The GECUBE HD3600 series is equipped with the ATI Radeon™ RV635 chip, also based on the 55nm process. The card comes with an exclusive offer of 256MB and 512MB, GDDR3 memory that together with PCI-Express 2.0 and DirectX™ 10.1 support allows the core and memory frequencies to be easily overclocked to 800MHz/1.0*2GHz. This makes GECUBE HD3600 an outstanding performer among its peers and the natural choice for intermediate and high-end enthusiasts. The GECUBE HD3400 series is designed for the mainstream and performance gaming market. It uses the ATI Radeon™ RV620 chip manufactured using the 55nm chip technology and is equipped with 512MB of DDR2 memory so even new gamers can experience excellent video and gaming quality. Both the GECUBE HD3400 and HD3600 come with built-in HDMI and 5.1 surround sound. HDCP, HD DVD and Blu-Ray are also supported so users can benefit from the latest high-definition media.
The GECUBE HD3000 series includes the first ATI cards to support the latest DirectX 10.1 technology. It offers 32-bit floating point filtering support and breaks new ground in illumination quality with the use of Global Illumination technology, and High Dynamic Range (HDR) illumination are also boosted. The addition of Geometry Shader technology in particular accelerates the processing of 3D effects such as bump mapping. Graphics data can now be cycled within the graphics card itself, greatly improving the realism of particles and shadows. Shader Model 4.1 image optimization technology is included DX10.1 as well, allowing the GECUBE HD3000 to achieve even better levels of detail and high quality visual effects. The GECUBE HD3000 series represents an all-new level in graphics technology and performance. It will offer gamers a wider range of better performance options to choose from and in the future, open up new frontiers in the graphics card market in terms of 3D gaming performance and visual quality.
Product Name
| GC-HD3870X2-F3 | GC-XHD3870X2-F5 | GC-RX365XTG3-D3 | GC-HD345PLS2-E3 |
Fab process
| 55nm | 55nm | 55nm | 55nm |
ASIC
| ATI RadeonTM R680 | ATI RadeonTM R680 | ATI RadeonTM RV635PRO | ATI RadeonTM RV620LE |
| e/m | 825MHz / 900*2 MHz | 850MHz/ 960*2 MHz | 800 MHz/1.0*2 GHz | 600 MHz/400*2 MHz |
| DirectX/ SM | 10.1/4.1 | 10.1/4.1 | 10.1/4.1 | 10.1/4.1 |
| Memory Bus | 256*2-bit | 256*2-bit | 128-bit | 64-bit |
| Memory Type | GDDR3 1.0GB | GDDR3 1.0GB | GDDR3 256MB | DDR2 512MB |
| Interface | PCI Express ® 2.0 support | PCI Express ® 2.0 support | PCI Express ® 2.0 support | PCI Express ® 2.0 support |
| TV-Out | S/HDTV-out | S/HDTV-out | S/HDTV-out | S-video thru. cable |
| DVI | Dual DVI (Dual Link, HDCP) | Quad DVI (Dual Link, HDCP) | Dual DVI (Dual Link, HDCP) | DVI (Dual Link, HDCP) |
| D-Sub | Yes (By Dongle) | Yes (By Dongle) | Yes (By Dongle) | Yes |
Built-in HDMI
| Yes ( thru DVI to HDMI dongle) | Yes ( thru DVI to HDMI dongle) | Yes ( thru DVI to HDMI dongle) | Yes |
| HDTV | HDTV by S to YPbPr cable (default included)
| HDTV by S to YPbPr cable (default included)
| HDTV by S to YPbPr cable (default included)
| HDTV by S to YPbPr cable (optional)
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| Multi-VPU Support | Native ATI CrossFireXTM Ready | Native ATI CrossFireXTM Ready | Native ATI CrossFireXTM Ready | N/A |
| Cooling | Dual Slot Fansink | Dual Slot Fansink (X-Turbo Dual) | Single Slot Fansink | Single Slot Fansink |
GECUBE Launches New Dual Core Era in Visual Effects and 3D Gaming for 2008
