VIA stellt K8M800 mit integrierter Grafik vor
Dass VIA mit dem K8T800 nicht nur einen einzelnen Chipsatz für den Athlon 64 und Athlon 64 FX sondern eine ganze Serie plant, ist schon seit Monaten bekannt. Erst jetzt jedoch wurde der K8M800 mit integrierter Grafik (IGP) auch tatsächlich vorgestellt.
Der integrierte Grafikprozessor S3 UniChrome Pro IGP unterstützt bis zu 64 MB shared Memory. MSI hat mit dem K8MM-LS bereits ein erste Produkt angekündigt. Asus, Biostar, Chaintech, ECS, FIC, Gigabyte, Jetway, Mitac, MSI, Shuttle und Wistron werden folgen. Damit hat VIA auf der A64-Plattform nun auch in Sachen OnBoard-Grafik vorerst die Nases vor nVidia.
IA Announces World's First IGP Chipset for AMD Athlon(tm) 64 Processor, Extending
64-bit Computing into the Mainstream
Leading motherboard vendors announce adoption of the new VIA K8M800 chipset,
leveraging new S3 Graphics UniChrome(tm) Pro IGP with support for high definition
graphics and video
Taipei, Taiwan, 15 December 2003 - VIA Technologies, Inc, a leading innovator and
developer of silicon chip technologies and PC platform solutions, today announced
availability of the VIA K8M800 chipset, the world's first core-logic solution for
the AMD Athlon(tm) 64 and Opteron(tm) processors to feature an Integrated Graphics
Processor (IGP) core.
The VIA K8M800 builds on the success of the VIA K8T800, currently the undisputed
leading chipset for the AMD64 platform, to enable the development of a new
generation of affordable AMD Athlon 64 processor based mainstream desktops. In
bringing the new S3 Graphics UniChrome Pro IGP to the platform, VIA is enabling the
expansion of powerful 64-bit computing beyond the realms of high-end workstations
and gaming PCs.
"By delivering the first IGP chipset for the AMD64 platform we are helping broaden
the reach of 64-bit computing," said Chewei Lin, Vice President of Product
Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. "The K8M800 chipset with the UniChrome Pro IGP
enables the development of innovative small form factor devices based on the AMD
Athlon 64 processor, without compromising the user's multimedia or entertainment
experience."
Industry Support for the K8M800 Chipset
A number of the world's leading motherboard and ODMs have announced their support
for the VIA K8M800 chipset, illustrating wide industry support for the platform and
the UniChrome(tm) Pro IGP. Current design wins for the K8M800 chipset include those
from Asus, Biostar, Chaintech, ECS, FIC, Gigabyte, Jetway, Mitac, MSI, Shuttle and
Wistron.
"MSI's new K8MM-LS featuring the VIA K8M800 chipset and the AMD Athlon(tm) 64
processor bring the power of 64-bit computing to a number of market segments the for
first time. The UniChrome(tm) Pro IGP enables performance not previously seen on a
systems using integrated graphics, easily dealing with demanding graphics and
multimedia applications," said Jeans Huang, Senior Vice President of R&D, MSI.
"The pioneering VIA K8M800 chipset for the AMD Athlon(tm) 64 processor with
UniChrome(tm) Pro IGP enables us to expand the reach of 64-bit computing into new
markets," said Joe Hsieh, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Asus. "VIA chipsets
offer the right balance of performance and stability, while providing unmatched
connectivity and I/O options to ensure our customers get the most from their Asus
motherboard."
"Our loyal power users demand the best in graphics and multimedia performance from
our high performance boards for the AMD Athlon(tm) 64 processor," said Tony Liao,
Channel Marketing Division Associate Vice President, Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd.
"Now with the arrival of the K8M800 based GA-K 8VM800M motherboard users from all
market segments can continue to enjoy highly-realistic graphics and stunning
visuals."
"By harnessing the VIA K8M800 North Bridge's UniChrome(tm) Pro IGP and leveraging
the advanced features of the VIA VT8237 South Bridge, the SK83 provides unmatched
connectivity and I/O support, and brings a rich visual digital experience to the AMD
Athlon(tm) 64 platform," said Jonathon Yi, Vice President of System Development,
Shuttle.
About the VIA K8M800 Chipset
The VIA K8M800 is based on the widely acclaimed architecture and technology first
implemented in the K8T800 chipset, and also features the new UniChrome Pro IGP and a
revolutionary new low power design, which minimizes heat generated. The low power,
low heat design encourages a new generation of innovative, small form factor
devices, as well as affordable desktop PCs, based on the AMD Athlon 64 processor.
VIA's Hyper8(tm) technology provides the industry's fastest 16-bit/1.6GHz
implementation of the HyperTransport link between processor and chipset, ensuring
all AMD Athlon 64 and Opteron processor based systems achieve their full performance
potential. The K8M800's UniChrome Pro IGP delivers exceptional integrated graphics
performance, featuring a dual pixel pipeline and 128-bit 2D/3D engine with support
for up to 64MB of shared DDR memory for 3D gaming and applications, while integrated
MPEG-2 hardware acceleration delivers flawless digital video playback and a rich
visual experience. Furthermore, support for an external AGP 8X port allows for
optional graphic card upgrades.
In combination with the VIA VT8237 South Bridge, the VIA K8M800 provides a
comprehensive range of integrated storage, multimedia and connectivity options,
including native Serial ATA/RAID, as well as support for VIA Vinyl Audio, and
Gigabit Ethernet through the VIA Velocity controller.
The VIA K8M800 is part of VIA's unique Modular Architecture Platform (V-MAP), which
minimizes design times and time-to-market for motherboard partners through a
flexible, pin-compatible design approach for VIA core-logic solutions. Motherboard
partners are able to cover multiple market segments with a single design, and also
benefit from a single unified driver base.