Designed as the Optimal Balance of CPU Performance and Graphics
Excellence, This AMD Platform is Designed to Take Advantage of New
Windows 7 Enhancements
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 16, 2009--
AMD (NYSE: AMD):
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As part of the new desktop platform designed for mainstream consumers, AMD
(NYSE: AMD) today announced the first ever quad-core processor for
less than $100 Suggested System Builder Price (SSBP). By balancing the
power of new AMD Athlon™ II X4 quad-core processors and the AMD 785G
chipset featuring ATI Radeon™ HD 4200 graphics, AMD delivers smooth HD
visuals2 and the foundation for a great Windows 7
experience.
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When matched against similarly priced competitive processors, the AMD
Athlon II X4 620 processor delivers superior multitasking performance
allowing mainstream users to do more in less time, for less money.3
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The AMD Mainstream Desktop Platform leverages AMD software to help
enhance the overall experience. ATI Stream technology, for example,
enables hardware acceleration that can speed HD video conversion-time
so content can be ready faster for use on-the-go.
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Combining the efficiency of 45nm processors and this platform’s
built-in power management technologies for a cool and quiet PC, an AMD
Athlon II processor-based platform can serve-up an amazing Blu-ray
movie experience using less energy than a standard 75 watt light bulb.4
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This platform also can improve business users’ experience as part of
AMD Business Class technology. With this second generation commercial
platform, AMD industry partners can offer a variety of form factors
with superior value, exceptional energy efficiency, advanced visual
productivity. This platform also has support for essential
manageability, security and virtualization features that today’s
businesses demand.
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“Our goal is to deliver a great computing experience and maximize value
for our customers,” said John Cook, vice president of marketing, global
PC business, HP. “The new AMD quad-core processors offer the right
balance between excellent performance and price, and allow HP to
continue to be a best-in-class provider of consumer technology.”
“Designed with customer needs in mind, Windows 7 simplifies and improves
the computing experience,” said Mike Ybarra, general manager of Windows
Product Management at Microsoft Corp. “The introduction of the new AMD
Mainstream Desktop Platform coupled with Windows 7, allows end users to
enjoy their digital entertainment with a faster, higher performing
experience at an attractive price point.”
Resources
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Get more information on the new AMD Mainstream Desktop Platform
including pricing, images, partner support and more – press
kit
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Check out this video
to see why new AMD platforms deliver a solid foundation for Windows 7
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Go here
for more information on AMD Business Class and this new commercial
desktop platform
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More information on HP
desktop PCs featuring AMD technology
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See more about AMD’s alliance with Microsoft here
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dedicated to collaborating with customers and technology partners to
ignite the next generation of computing and graphics solutions at work,
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1 Pricing based on AMD SSBP of AMD Athlon™ II X4 620
processor ($99) as of September 16, 2009. http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/ProductInformation/0,,30_118_609,00.html.
2 HD capable monitor required.
3 Configuration: AMD Athlon II X4 620 ($99 SSBP); M4A78T-E
motherboard, 4GB DDR3-1066, Windows Vista® 64 Ultimate. INTEL
configuration: Intel Core 2 Duo E7500 (~$120); DG45ID motherboard; 4GB
DDR2-1066; Windows Vista® 64 Ultimate. PCMark Vantage results are
measured in Marks; AMD configuration at 5697 Marks vs. Intel
configuration at 4588 Marks (AMD performance advantage ~1100 Marks above
the Intel configuration). Pricing based on AMD SSBP and newegg.com, as
of September 15, 2009.
4 Configuration: AMD Athlon™ II X2 250, AMD 785G Chipset, ATI
Radeon™ HD 4200 integrated graphics, 4GB DDR2. http://www.youtube.com/user/AMDUnprocessed.
Blu-ray drive required for Blu-ray playback.
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Source: AMD
AMD Public Relations
Matt Davis, 512-602-2808
Matt.davis@amd.com
