Tech Shout!

GigaByte has rolled out the GA-MA78GM-S2H motherboard that features an AMD 780G chipset, which is the very first DirectX 10 IGP (Integrated Graphics Processor) solution for the AM2+ platform, offering the best in IGP graphics performance.

The latest GigaByte GA-MA78GM-S2H offers excellent future CPU headroom and support for AMD AM2 Athlon64 series processors along with the most up-to-date AM2+ Phenom series processors with ultra low latency, high bandwidth (5200MT/s) Hyper Transport 3.0 technology.

The ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics core with DirectX 10 graphics support is located at the hub of the GigaByte GA-MA78GM-S2H. It delivers greater detail and realism for an amazing overall visual experience. GA-MA78GM-S2H incorporates record setting IGP graphics performance with a 3DMark06 score of 1500 or greater, offering an outstanding high-definition multimedia experience. Apart from including support for ATI Avivo HD technology for impeccably smooth video playback, the GA-MA78GM-S2H enables for playback of the latest Blu-Ray HD content with support for the ground-breaking ATI UVD technology, for unbelievably fine image quality and smooth playback. And guess what, it does all this while consuming less power.

Furthermore, the GigaByte GA-MA78GM-S2H also offers an extra PCI-E 2.0 x16 graphics interface to support the revolutionary ATI Hybrid Graphics technology, making it possible for users to merge the power of their integrated ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics core by adding an additional discrete graphics card, for improved gaming performance, productivity and power efficiency.

Supported ATI Hybrid Graphics Technologies:

ATI Hybrid CrossFireX - Both integrated and discrete graphics simultaneously work together to improve 3D graphics performance up to 70%, unleashing faster frame rates to take gaming to a whole new level (with ATI Radeon HD 2400 and 3400 series of ATI Hybrid CrossFireX certified VGA cards).

ATI SurroundVIew – Offers support for 4 or more monitors with the addition of a distinct graphics card, allowing users to maximize their productivity.

ATI PowerPlay - Smart power management that allows power saving profiles to help reduce power consumption when the graphics processor is idle or in minimal use for reduced system temperatures and fan noise.

Apart from featuring the in-built DVI/HDMI interface with HDCP, the GigaByte GA-MA78GM-S2H comes with an integrated high-definition 7.1 + 2 channel Realtek ALC889A sound chip, whose 106dB signal-to-noise ratio significantly reduces noise during signal transmission. Supporting Full Rate Lossless Audio support for Blu-ray HD media, the GA-MA78GM-S2H delivers the ultimate home theater entertainment experience.

In addition, GigaByte also includes the highest quality components including a Solid Capacitor design for the CPU VRM, offering ultimate system stability and reliability.