SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd. today announced SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB  Graphic Card
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SPARKLE Announced GeForce 8600 GTS with 512MB GDDR3 For High-Definition PC Gaming

28-Aug-2007 13:00 UTC public
27-Aug-2007 13:00 UTC media

Taipei, Taiwan (Tech Messenger) -- SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd., a professional VGA card manufacturer and supplier, today announced SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card. SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card redefines the PC gaming experience of mainstream users with incredible large 512MB GDDR3 video memory.

Based on NVIDIA’s next generation G84 architecture, SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card adopts innovative unified architecture, dynamically allocates processing power to geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations, delivering up to 2x the gaming performance of prior generation GPUs. Built upon technologies such as NVIDIA Lumenex Engine, providing support for DirectX 10 Shader Model 4.0, NVIDIA Quantum Effects technology for physics computation and GigaThread Technology for extreme processing efficiency in advanced, next generation shader programs.

Now the award-winning NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series architecture extends to the SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card. With a revolutionary unified architecture and full support for Microsoft DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 games, SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card delivers unprecedented performance, extraordinarily detailed environments, and film quality game effects with 675MHz core speed and 512MB 128-bit 1800MHz high speed GDDR3 video memory. SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card now can provide impressive 512 MB of onboard GDDR3 memory – twice the capacity of standard GeForce 8600 GTS graphic cards offerings that feature 256 MB of memory, so DirectX 9 and DirectX 10 pc gamers can enjoy high-definition PC Gaming experience with higher HD resolutions and much more detailed environment texture without worrying about the performance loss. SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card also includes the full support for Microsoft Windows Vista and gorgeous aero user interface.

Helped with dedicated 2nd video processor inside and most advanced PureVideo HD VP2 technology, SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card enables HD video enthusiasts to enjoy Blu-ray and HD DVD movies playing back on mainstream PCs with unparalleled low CPU utilization, freeing the CPU to perform other tasks and significantly reducing power consumption, heat, and noise.

"Embracing 512MB high capacity GDDR3 memory, SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card is a higher performing version of standard 8600GTS graphic cards. "bigger video memory can enable SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card to bring more exquisite gaming detail and unparalleled reality to upcoming DirectX 10 gaming, such as Crysis etc. Now pc gamers can enjoy HD gaming resolutions with mainstream prices."

Specification
Model NumberSF-PX86GTS512D3-HP SF-PX86GTS512D3-HM
Graphics Processing UnitGeForce 8600 GTS
Core Clock675MHz
Memory Clock1800MHz
Memory Type512MB GDDR3
Memory Interface128-bit
Stream Processors32
Shader Clock1450MHz
Bus TypePCI-Express 16X
RAMDAC400 MHz
HDTVResolution up to 1920 X 1080i
HDCPYes
OutputHDMI (Via Adapter) + HDTV OUT +HDCP (HM Series)


SPARKLE GeForce 8600 GTS 512MB Graphic Card Features and Benefits:

  • HDMI Ready
    HDCP compliant. Supports standard, enhance and high –definition digital video signals, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
  • NVIDIA® Unified Architecture
    Fully unified shader core dynamically allocates processing power to geometry, vertex, physics, or pixel shading operations, delivering up to 2x the gaming performance of prior generation GPUs.
  • GigaThread™ Technology
    Massively multi-threaded architecture supports thousands of independent, simultaneous threads, providing.
  • Full Microsoft® DirectX® 10 Support
    World’s first DirectX 10 GPU with full Shader Model 4.0 support delivers unparalleled levels of graphics realism and film-quality effects.
  • NVIDIA® SLI™ Technology
    Delivers up to 2x the performance of a single graphic cards configuration for unparalleled gaming experiences by allowing two cards to run in parallel. The must-have feature for performance PCI Express® graphics, SLI technology dramatically scales performance on today’s hottest games.
  • NVIDIA® Lumenex™ Engine
    Delivers stunning image quality and floating point accuracy at ultra-fast frame rates: 16x Anti-aliasing: Lightning fast, high-quality anti-aliasing at up to 16x sample rates obliterates jagged edges 128-bit floating point High Dynamic-Range(HDR):Twice the precision of prior generations for incredibly realistic lighting effects-now with support for anti-aliasing.
  • NVIDIA® Quantum Effects™ Technology
    Advanced shader processors architected for physics computation enable a new level of physics to be simulated and rendered on the GPU –all white freeing the CPU to run game engine and AI.
  • NVIDIA® ForceWare® Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
    Delivers a proven record of compatibility reliability and stability with the widest range of games and applications ForceWare provides the best out-of-box experience and delivers continuous performance and feature updates over the life of NVIDIA GeForce GPUs.
  • OpenGL® 2.0 Optimizations and Support
    Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for OpenGL applications.
  • NVIDIA® nView® Multi-Display Technology
    Advanced technology provides the ultimate in viewing flexibility and control for multiple monitors.
  • PCI Express Support
    Designed to run perfectly with the PCI Express bus architecture, which doubles the bandwidth of AGP 8X to deliver over 4 GB/sec. in both upstream and downstream data transfers.
  • Dual 400MHz RAMDACs
    Blazing-fast RAMDACs support dual QXGA displays with ultra-high, ergonomic refresh rates –up to 2048x1536@85Hz.
  • Dual-Link DVI Support
    Able to drive industry’s largest and highest resolution flat-panel displays up to 2560x1600.
  • Built for Microsoft® Windows Vista™
    NVIDIA’s fourth-generation GPU architecture built for Windows Vista gives users the best possible experience with the Windows Aero 3D graphical user interface.
  • NVIDIA® PureVideo HD ™ Technology
    NVIDIA® PureVideo™ HD VP2 technology is the combination of high-definition movie decode acceleration and post-processing, HDCP circuitry, and integration with HD movie players that delivers the ultimate high-definition movie experience on a PC.
  • Discrete, Programmable Video Processor
    NVIDIA PureVideo is a discrete programmable processing core in NVIDIA GPUs that provides superb picture quality and ultra-smooth movies with low CPU utilization and power.
  • Hardware Decode Acceleration
    Provides ultra-smooth playback of H.264, VC-1, WMV and PEG-2 HD and SD movies.
  • Spatial-Temporal De-Interlacing
    Sharpens HD and standard definition interlaced content on progressive displays, delivering a crisp, clear picture that rivals high-end home-theater systems.
  • High-Quality Scaling
    Enlarges lower resolution movies and videos to HDTV resolutions, up to 1080i, while maintaining a clear, clean image. Also  provides downscaling of videos, including high-definition, while preserving image detail.
  • InverseTelecine (3:2 & 2:2 Pulldown Correction)
    Recovers original film images from films-converted-to-video (DVDs, 1080i HD content), providing more accurate movie playback and superior picture quality.
  • Bad Edit Correction
    When videos are edited after they have been converted from 24 to 25 or 30 frames, the edits can disrupt the normal 3:2 or 2:2  pulldown cadence. PureVideo uses advanced processing techniques to detect poor edits, recover the original content, and display  perfect picture detail frame after frame for smooth, natural looking video.
  • Video Color Correction
    NVIDIA's Color Correction Controls, such as Brightness, Contrast and Gamma Correction let you compensate for the different color characteristics of various RGB monitors and TVs ensuring movies are not too dark, overly bright, or washed out regardless of  the video format or display type.
  • Integrated SD and HD TV Output
    Provides world-class TV-out functionality via Composite, S-Video, Component, DVI, or HDMI connections. Supports resolutions up to 1080p depending on connection type and TV capability.
  • HDCP Circuitry
    Designed to meet the output protection management (HDCP) and security specifications of the Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD formats, allowing the playback of encrypted movie content on PCs when connected to HDCP-compliant displays.
  • HD Movie Player Integration
    NVIDIA PureVideo HD technology powers the world's leading HD movie player software applications, providing the optimal HD DVD and Blu-ray movie experience.
  • Noise Reduction :
    Improves movie image quality by removing unwanted artifacts.
  • Edge Enhancement:
    Sharpens movie images by providing higher contrast around lines and object.
  • SPDIF Input
    Digitally transferring audio signal from motherboards to graphics card.




About SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd.


SPARKLE Computer Co., Ltd, established in 1982, is a high-end VGA card manufacturer and supplier to mainly provide NVIDIA series VGA card. With its strong R&D ability and investment in both hardware and software, Sparkle aims to provide the most price-competitive products while with best-in-class quality and service. Not only launch partner, Sparkle is also one of the certificated vendors of NVIDIA. Currently, SPARKLE products sell in more than 80 countries and on the web at www.sparkle.com.tw

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