August 23, 2006 – GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co., LTD. (GIGABYTE), a leading manufacturer of VGA cards, today revealed the world's fastest 3D graphics card, the GV-RX195X512VB-RH. Featuring the ATI Radeon^® X1950 XTX, with state-of-the–art architecture which includes an ultra-threaded engine for outstanding shader performance and manufactured using an advanced 90 nanometer process technology, the GV-RX195X512VB-RH supports high speed GDDR4 memory, enabling it to crank up performance with an incredible increase in gaming and video image processing speed.

The GIGABYTE GV-RX195X512VB-RH graphic card fully supports Microsoft^® DirectX^® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 programmable vertex and pixel shaders in hardware and also enables High Dynamic Range and advanced Anti-aliasing simultaneously for incredible enhancements to lighting contour and color details for the ultimate in visually immersive 3D gaming. The GV-RX195X512VB-RH graphic card also comes with one of the world's top 3D strategy games – Sid Meier's Civilization 4, which will allow gamers to experience first hand extraordinary performance of the 3D graphics engine with the ability to zoom in and out of your holdings in the game world.

The GV-RX195X512VB-RH graphic card is integrated with ATI Avivo technology to deliver sharper photos, smoother video, true-to-life image representation and universal connectivity. In addition, the GV-RX195X512VB-RH supports the next generation Windows Vista operating system, allowing consumers to easily upgrade their system without fear of compatibility issues. Furthermore, this graphic card is integrated with two Dual-link DVI outputs with support for resolutions up to 2560x1600, enabling it to easily support 30 inch widescreen LCD. HDCP digital protection is also provided for those using Blue-ray and HD DVD for high definition video and audio content.

For more details of GIGABYTE The GV-RX195X512VB-RH, please visit the GIGABYTE VGA website: /products/main.aspx?s=43.