VoodooPC Introduces OMEN Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Extreme Quad Core.Flagship System Now Powered by Intel Core The latest generation of the Intel x86 family of CPUs. Core supersedes the 13-year run of the Pentium, which was introduced in 1993. It essentially represents the ninth generation of the x86 architecture, the first chip appearing in the IBM PC in 1981. 2 Extreme Quad-Core Processor CALGARY, Canada -- VoodooPC, the world's leading architect of highly personalized, one-of-a-kind, high-performance PCs, today introduced the OMEN Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad Core A single chip with four distinct processors that work simultaneously. Intel introduced its first x86-based quad-core CPUs in late 2006 (see Core 2), and AMD introduced its first x86 quad-core chips in 2007 (see Opteron). See dual core. featuring the Intel[R] Core[TM] 2 Extreme Quad-Core processor. Offering the highest performance graphics processor available, the OMEN Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad Core delivers an immersive user experience with up to 70%1 more processing power than Intel's dual core processors. Set to launch on November 14, 2006, the new quad-core OMEN will deliver incredible desktop performance across today's industry standard benchmarks, along with new levels of multi-threading performance and multi-tasking responsiveness for ultra-realistic gaming experiences. The new OMEN is the fastest near silent PC on the market, equipped with a system-wide intercooler in·ter·cool·er n. A device for cooling a fluid between successive heating stages. in  ter·cool that silently cools the Quad-Core processor, choice of ATi Crossfire A multi-GPU interface from ATI for connecting two ATI display adapters together for faster graphics rendering on one monitor. CrossFire machines require PCI Express slots, a CrossFire-enabled motherboard and, depending on which models are used, either a pair of ATI Radeon adapters or one or nVidia SLI (Scalable Link Interface) A multi-GPU interface from NVIDIA for connecting two or four NVIDIA display adapters together for faster graphics rendering on one monitor or two monitors. graphics cards and motherboard chipsets. Additional features include an advanced chamber airflow layout that allows the system to operate at peak efficiency without draining excess power. Copper-cooled pre-overclocked graphics cards let OMEN users set their monitors to resolutions at WQXGA WQXGA Wide Quad Extended Graphics Array (Computer Video Display Configuration 2560×1600 16:10 4.1m) , allowing them to enjoy daily productivity and conquer the most advanced games. The OMEN Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad Core is fully upgradeable, including a modular swappable power supply. "The cutting edge technology in the new quad-core allows users to manage simultaneous tasks faster and smoother, enabling them to run multiple tasks without slowdowns to applications," said Rahul Sood Rahul Sood is the Chief Technology Officer for the HP Gaming Team. In 2007 Business 2.0 magazine had claimed Sood to be 83rd out of 101 persons on their "Who matters now?" list. , chief technologist, global gaming PC business unit, HP. This, combined with the ability to run highly threaded applications, puts our Extreme Quad-Core on the cutting edge of technology." To see the new OMEN Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad Core, go to: http://resource.voodoopc.com/ruffus/DreamMachine.zip About VoodooPC VoodooPC is one of the world's leading architects of highly personalized, one-of-a-kind, high-performance PCs. Recently acquired by HP, the company was founded on the belief that it could revolutionize the PC world with exotic designs and advanced engineering techniques typically unseen in the computer industry. VoodooPC continues to engineer well-balanced, work-of-art machines that inspire and enable individuals to reach great possibilities. For more information on VoodooPC or to customize a machine, visit www.voodoopc.com. VoodooPC is an Intel ( [R] ) Channel Partner Member Backed by one of the biggest names in technology, Intel([R]) Channel Partner Members deliver custom IT solutions for a variety of consumer and business markets. VoodooPC uses industry-leading Intel([R]) platform products coupled with a high level of innovation to create IT solutions specific to customers' needs. To maximize technology investment, VoodooPC has access to training on the latest Intel products and solutions that are compatible with existing hardware and software solutions. About HP HP is a technology solutions provider to consumers, businesses and institutions globally. The company's offerings span IT infrastructure, global services, business and home computing, and imaging and printing. For the four fiscal quarters ended July 31, 2006, HP revenue totaled $90.0 billion. More information about HP (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :HPQ HPQ Hewlett-Packard Corporation (NYSE) HPQ High Priority Queue ) (Nasdaq:HPQ) is available at www.hp.com. 1DISCLAIMER: Performance based on estimated SPECint SPECint*_rate_base2000 comparing Intel[R] Core[TM] Extreme quad-core processor to Intel[R] Core[TM] 2 Extreme processor X6800. Actual performance may vary. SPECint is a registered trademark of the Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation The Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation (SPEC) is a non-profit organization that aims to produce "fair, impartial and meaningful benchmarks for computers." SPEC was founded in 1988 and their goal is to ensure that the marketplace has a fair and useful set of metrics to . For more information, see www.spec.org. |
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