The Details:
Massive performance and innovative image technology for the hottest games of today and tomorrow! The Crucial RADEON X800 Pro VPU sets a new standard in graphics performance and visual realism. With 12 pipelines, higher clock speeds, and breakthrough image enhancement technology, the Crucial RADEON X800 Pro ushers in a new gaming category called High-Definition (HD) Gaming. A radically new architecture based on the latest .13 micron, low-k manufacturing process with ultra-fast and efficient GDDR3 memory combine to produce extreme data rates and unbelievable acceleration in a quiet, cool, single-slot solution.
Sophisticated Features
3Dc™: Image enhancement technology brings characters to life and scenery to greater realism with significant improvements to the image detail of character art with increased performance and lower memory usage.
SMARTSHADER™ HD: The most advanced pixel shader engine with 12 parallel pixel pipelines capable of an incredible 6 gigapixels/second fill rate in full precision. The Crucial RADEON X800 Pro delivers the most beautifully rendered high-definition 3D animation for the ultimate in intense, interactive game play.
VIDEOSHADER™ HD: Take advantage of the advanced shader processing engine for user-programmable video effects, video quality enhancement, and encoding and decoding of many video standards.
SMOOTHVISION™ HD: Enhances image quality by removing jagged edges and brings out the finest texture detail without compromising performance.
Hyper Z™HD: Bandwidth-saving technology allows unprecedented levels of rendering performance. By adding a more flexible Z-buffer, the Crucial RADEON X800 Pro can be optimized to render dynamic real-time shadows, producing realistic and immersive virtual environments.
General Specifications
Powered by the RADEON X800 Pro VPU, driven by 12 parallel pixel pipelines, eight extreme parallel pixel pipelines, and six parallel vertex processing engines
Fully supports Microsoft DirectX® 9.0 and OpenGL® 2.0
256-bit quad-channel GDDR3 memory interface
256MB GDDR3 SDRAM memory
400MHz RAMDAC
Crucial Quality
Crucial Technology, a division of Micron, provides high-quality memory upgrades, video cards, flash memory, and a host of products to enhance the entire computing experience. Recognized in the computing industry as a leading provider of memory products, Crucial has built an expanded product line to meet the demands of mainstream computer users and hardcore gamers alike.
System Requirements
RADEON™ X800 Series of products requires connection to your PC's internal power supply for operation. Consult your computer manufacturer to ensure your system has an adequate power supply. Otherwise, ATI recommends a 300-watt power supply or greater to ensure normal system operation where a number of other internal devices are installed.
Intel® Pentium® 4; AMD Athlon® or compatible with AGP 8X (0.8V), 4X (1.5V), or Universal AGP 3.0 bus configuration (8X/4X).
128MB of system memory; 256MB or more for best performance
Installation software requires CD-ROM drive
DVD playback requires DVD drive
300 watt or greater power supply recommended
Operating Systems Support
Windows® XP (Home and Pro)
Windows® 2000
Windows® Media Center Edition
Display Support
VGA connector for analog CRT
S-video or composite connector for TV/VCR
DVI-I connector for CRT or digital flat panel
Drive two displays simultaneously with independent resolutions and refresh rates