It wasn't enough that the AMD Radeon HD 6990 graphics card was the fastest in the world, the item appears to have gained AMD some more recognition, this time from VESA.The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) just named the dual-GPU card the first to achieve DisplayPort Version 1.2 certification.
In other words, it has complete support for the 5.4 Gbps HBR2 (High Bit Rate 2) data link rate, which doubles the maximum data transfer rate to 21.6 Gbps.
This allows for a higher maximum video and audio performance (better resolution, color depth, refresh rate, etc.).
“As we continue to expand the capabilities of the DisplayPort standard and add benefits for the end user, we are simultaneously increasing the value of device certification for our members,” said Bill Lempesis, executive director of VESA.
“We look forward to the support and promotion of more certified devices while encouraging others to participate in the compliance program.”
In addition to HBR2 data link rate, the Radeon HD 6990 gained multi-stream transport (MST) and Full High Definition (HD) 3D stereoscopic display support.
The certification was granted by Granite River Labs, a Santa Clara, California-based VESA DisplayPort Authorized Test Center (ATC).
“Being part of the first DisplayPort 1.2 Source device certification is a significant milestone for us,” said Mike Engbretson, chief technology engineer of Granite River Labs.
“We’re thrilled to be at the epicenter of increasing momentum for DisplayPort 1.2 certification in Silicon Valley. By providing a full suite of DisplayPort product testing, we’re aiding in the adoption of DisplayPort worldwide. We will continue to contribute to the compliance testing program for DisplayPort 1.2 as it gains more and more traction as an industry standard.”
Go to the official
product page of the monstrous graphics card to learn more about it. The price is of around $720 for those who want to buy it (537 Euro, give or take).
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