AMD Radeon HD6870 and HD6850 Launched by VisionTek

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VisionTek Products, Authorized Reseller of AMD GPU products, today announced the North American launch of their HD6870 and HD6850 discrete video cards, featuring the newest series of AMD Radeon graphics processors.  Performance rules the day for the advanced PC user sector, who desires the best available technology, enabling an incredible user experience on today’s most demanding applications and PC games.  The 6800 class of products allow users to experience ultra-realistic visuals and explosive HD gaming performance with AMD’s second generation graphics featuring full Microsoft DirectX® 11 support.   VisionTek will introduce their new look HD68070 and HD6850 at the leading North American distributor, e-commerce, retail and system builder locations.  

The VisionTek Radeon HD6870 and HD6850 offers ultimate flexibility for a multitude of PC applications.  The advanced user has multiple uses for his PC, ranging from serious entertainment to video editing to advanced 3D gaming which requires high-end discrete graphics for an exceptional HD experience. Advanced PC users understand technology and expect their PC to deliver high performance and great visuals. Today’s demanding games and applications  require more advanced hardware to run optimally.  AMD also unveiled the new “AMD Radeon” branding on the 6800 class to launch the perfect marriage of brand and technology. “VisionTek is launching a new look in tandem with new AMD Radeon GPU branding.”  Remarked Allan Klar, Marketing Manager of VisionTek Products, LLC “This is the perfect opportunity to refresh Visiontek marketing vehicles by re-styling our product packaging and messaging to align with AMD’s vision.” 

The new 6800 series offer the latest and greatest features like AMD Eyefinity technology, AMD HD3D technology and DirectX® 11 support.  AMD Eyefinity technology allows users to expand games across multiple displays, without losing or stretching images.  This remarkable attribute provide an expanded field of view that is unachievable on a single monitor, no matter the size.  In addition, the new 6870 and 6850 will enable DirectX® 11 gaming on up to three displays simultaneously, as well as Stereoscopic 3D gaming and Blu-Ray 3D playback with AMD HD3D technology, all from a single graphics card solution.   “AMD’s Eyefinity technology has been a real game changer for discrete graphics.”  Remarked Jeff Hoeft, VP of Product Development “Now, things are taken to another level with full stereo 3D that will create incredibly game play with AMD’s HD3D technology.” 

About VisionTek Products, LLC
VisionTek is a leading supplier of PC enhancement products to consumers. Based out of East Dundee, IL, VisionTek brings the most innovative and best performing products to the PC enthusiast consumer market. VisionTek's award winning brand of graphics cards, based on AMD technology, has been a leader for years and continues to set the standard for excellence in the market. VisionTek products can be found at leading retailers, distributors, system builders and e-commerce sites in North America.  Information about VisionTek products is available at www.visiontek.com

About AMD
Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and consumer electronics markets. AMD is dedicated to driving open innovation, choice and industry growth by delivering superior customer-centric solutions that empower consumers and businesses worldwide. For more information, visit www.amd.com