1st November, 2005 – ASUSTeK Computer Inc (ASUS), a leading provider of graphics solutions, today introduces the EAX1600 series, which includes the EAX1600XT SILENT/TVD/256M and EAX1600PRO/TD/256M graphics cards. The series incorporates the powerful ATI® Radeon® X1600 series VPU (video processing unit) to provide robust video performance for the enthusiast segment. To offer a complete visual experience, the EAX1600 series come equipped with innovative applications that enabled users to record gaming actions and share them over the Internet.
The EAX1600XT SILENT/TVD/256M adopts a unique cooling solution that consist of two copper heat-pipes and a large heat sink on the backside of the graphics card, placing them directly in the airflow path of the CPU fan for fast heat dissipation. By leveraging the CPU fan, the all-new ASUS graphics card is fan-less and operates at 0dB for quiet computing.
“In the past, enhanced video capability also comes with louder noise,” said Kent Chien, Director of ASUS Graphics Business. With ASUS EAX1600XT SILENT/TVD/256M, users can now enjoy high-performance graphics card applications without hearing the nois cooling fan rotation.”
Products are expected in the UK channel by end of November.
Key ASUS Features
ASUS GameReplay: Practice makes perfect, and that holds true in gaming as well. For popular LAN (local area network) party team games such as Counter Strike and Unreal Tournaments, strategy is the key to victory. GameReplay records gaming action into MPEG4 video files so that teams can review all the moves and tactics to improve for the next tournament. The recorded files can also be used as screen savers or posted on blogs.
GameLiveShow: Just like people who share their lives and thoughts on blogs, expert gamers often want to show off their perfectly executed strategies and five-hit combinations. GameLiveShow is created to allow gamers to stream broadcast their gaming experiences live over the Internet. Other players can now go online to check out how the experts really do it.
GameFace Messenger: A user-friendly interface similar to those of the most popular messenger services to streamline the process of inviting multiple players to a “gameference” (game conference). Simply register, log on and start the fun. GameFace Messenger is as easy as the free messengers currently in the market.
Splendid Video Intelligence Technology: Built into the driver of ASUS graphics cards, Splendid detects activation and usage of video applications and automatically optimizes image quality for the best visual results. Splendid further provides five modes for best visual results in different video applications (Standard, Game, Theater, Scenery and Night)
For more information, please visit the company homepage at www.asus.com.
Specification Summary
EAX1600XT SILENT/TVD 256M
Graphics Engine: ATI Radeon X1600XT SILENT/TVD 256M
Video Memory: 256MB DDR3
Engine Clock: 590MHz
Memory Clock: 1.38GHz ( 690MHz DDR3)
RAMDAC: 400MHz
Bus Standard: 16-lane PCI Express
Memory Interface: 128bit
Max Resolution: 2048 x 1536
TV-Out: Yes
VGA Output: Standard 15-pin D-sub
Video-In Output: S-Video & Composit cable
DVI Output: DVI-I
2nd VGA Output: Yes, via DVI-to-VGA adaptor
EAX1600Pro/TD/256M
Graphics Engine: ATI Radeon X1600PRO
Video Memory: 256MB DDR2
Engine Clock: 500MHz
Memory Clock: 780MHz (390MHz DDR2)
RAMDAC: 400MHz
Bus Standard: 16-lane PCI Express
Memory Interface: 128bit
Max Resolution: 2048 x 1536
TV-Out: Yes
VGA Output: Standard 15-pin D-sub
DVI Output: DVI-I
2nd VGA Output: Yes, via DVI-to-VGA adaptor
Adaptor/Cable Bundled: S-Video & composit cable
DVI-to-2nd VGA adaptor
