Nvidia officially unleashes DirectX 10 GPU
Darius Chang | Nov 09, 2006
The next generation of graphics cards is here, with Nvidia leading the race with its first DirectX 10-capable graphics processor (GPU).
The GeForce 8800 GPU series incorporates Nvidia's Quantum Effects technology which eases the processor's load by taking on more duties such as physics computation and geometry creation. This enables more realistic and immersive 3D imagery. More importantly, it is DirectX 10-compatible, which futureproofs the card for upcoming games and Microsoft's Windows Vista operating system. The card can also whip up high-definition content without a hitch.
The first wave includes the high-end GeForce 8800 GTX and and entry-level GeForce 8800 GTS, retailing for US$599 (S$935.22) and US$499 (S$779.09), respectively. The former runs at 575MHz with 768MB of dedicated video memory (VRAM), while the latter clocks in at 500MHz with 640MB of VRAM. Both models will provide two DVI and an HDTV port for hooking up to external displays. The new cards will be available in from this month.
