Tech ARP - Intel Eaglelake Pre-Launch Details Rev. 2.0

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Intel Eaglelake Pre-Launch Details Rev. 2.0

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The Intel GMA 4500 Series

With the introduction of the Intel Eaglelake chipsets, Intel is also introducing a new range of integrated graphics solutions - the Intel GMA 4500 series. Here are their key features :

GMA	Chipset	Key Features
Intel GMA X4500HD	Intel G45	• Superior HD playback and quality - Full HW acceleration for AVC, VC1 and MPEG2 - Intel ®Clear Video Technology : HD post processing for enhanced video quality • Enhanced 3D core for mainstream gaming - Increased realism & performance • Advanced Digital Display Integration - HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort, HDCP with dual independent display • Vista Premium Eligible with DX10
Intel GMA X4500	Intel G43 Intel G41	• Smooth, sharp HD playback - Intel ®Clear Video Technology : HD post processing for enhanced video quality • Enhanced 3D core for casual gaming • Advanced Digital Display Integration - HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort, HDCP with dual independent display - Integrated HDMI only available for the G43 • Vista Premium Eligible with DX10
Intel GMA 4500	Intel Q45 Intel Q43	• Smooth, sharp visuals • Energy efficient, quiet solution • Supports 2008 vPRO and SIPP • Advanced Digital Display Integration - HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort, HDCP with dual independent display • Vista* Business and Vista* Enterprise Eligible with DX10

Here's a feature comparison of the GMA graphics in Eaglelake chipsets.

Features	G45	G43	G41	Q45 / Q43
Graphics Media Accelerator	GMA X4500HD	GMA X4500	GMA X4500	GMA 4500
MPEG2 Video Decode Acceleration	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
VC1 Decode Acceleration	Yes	No	No	Yes
AVC Decode Acceleration	Yes	No	No	Yes
HD Security (PAVP/HDCP)	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Display Interfaces	Display Port HDMI DVI SDVO Dual Independent Display	Display Port HDMI DVI SDVO Dual Independent Display	Display Port DVI SDVO Dual Independent Display	Display Port DVI SDVO Dual Independent Display
Hi-Def Resolutions	1080p, 1080i, 720p	1080p, 1080i, 720p	1080p, 1080i, 720p	1080p, 1080i, 720p
DirectX Support	DirectX 10	DirectX 10	DirectX 10	DirectX 10
Windows Vista Qualification	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
OpenGL Support	2.0	2.0	2.0	2.0
Intel Clear Video Technology	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
HD Post Processing Features	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

	Page	Topic
	1	Introduction Chipset Comparison
	2	Chipset Release Schedules
	3	The Intel GMA 4500 Series
	4	Intel GMA 4500 Performance CrossFire X Support

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