Asus recently launched a stand-alone color processor with a modularized graphics card ? the Asus Splendid MA3850M.

The device combines a video enhance card with the Asus Splendid HD processor and a modularized VGA card. The Asus Splendid HD processor increases image quality without increasing CPU loadings; while automatically selecting the best possible display modes for quality visuals. On par with generic ATI Radeon HD 3850 VGA cards in terms of 3DMark performance, the Splendid MA3850M is able to reduce power consumption for more energy savings. Additionally, the overall length of the Splendid MA3850M is 27% shorter than generic ATI Radeon HD 3850 graphics cards ? allowing a perfect fit even for smaller-chassis users.



With a length that is 27% shorter than generic ATI Radeon HD 3850 graphics cards, the Splendid MA3850M will still fit perfectly for smaller-chassis users. It is also designed on a stylish black circuit board making the Splendid MA3850M an attractive and physically appealing product for users to enjoy 3D Gaming and home theater at the same time. Last but not the least, the modularized design concept makes the graphics card able to be easily upgraded in the future.

Specifications

Model: Splendid MA3850M/HTDI/512M

Video & Graphics Engine:
ASUS Splendid HD & ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3850

Video Memory: 512MB DDR3
Engine Clock: 668 MHz
Memory Clock: 1.65GHz (828MHz DDR3)
Memory Interface: 256-bit
DVI Max. Resolution: 2560 * 1600 ( via DVI-I port )
Bus Standard: PCI Express
DVI Output: one DVI-D ( supporting Splendid ) and one DVI-I
HDCP compliant: Yes
D-Sub Output: YES, via DVI-I to D-Sub adaptor
HDTV Output: YES, via HDTV Out cable
HDMI Output: YES, via DVI-D to HDMI adaptor

Adaptor/Cable Bundled:
DVI-I to-D-Sub adapter
HDTV-out cable
DVI-D to-HDMI adaptor
Internal USB Cable

Software Bundled: ASUS Utilities & Driver, PowerDVD