AMD launches powerful workstation graphics-card line

AMD has launched its latest line of workstation graphics cards, leading with the AMD FirePro W9000, which claims greater memory bandwidth and better multi-display support than competing graphics cards. Following closely are AMD's FirePro W8000, W7000 and W5000 workstation graphics cards, all built on the AMD GCN (graphics core next) architecture, designed to balance compute and 3D workloads efficiently for computer-aided design and engineering professionals. The AMD FirePro W9000, W8000, W7000 and W5000 GPUs are optimized and certified for leading software applications enabling users to unleash creativity by ensuring ultra-high geometry performance. The latest AMD FirePro workstation graphics cards enable smooth handling of complex models and feature dynamic power management that enables great performance and efficient power usage. The AMD FirePro W9000, W8000, and W7000 GPUs can drive up to six independent 30" displays via Multi-Stream Transport hubs for maximum workspace utilization at ultra-high 4096 x 2160 resolutions. With the latest AMD FirePro workstation graphics offerings, graphics professionals can create more complex models and interact with them in real time, helping improve workflows and boost productivity. Through GCN and GeometryBoost, the state-of-the-art AMD FirePro W9000 workstation GPU delivers 1.95 billion triangles per second, which is 1.5 times as great as competitive workstation graphics cards, and up to 83% greater memory bandwidth than the compeition for outstanding application responsiveness. "Supermicro is excited to bring the latest generation of AMD FirePro professional graphics cards first to market in our SuperWorkstations," said Don Clegg, VP, Marketing and Business Development at Supermicro. "Our SuperWorkstations combined with FirePro deliver phenomenal 3D graphics performance and maximize workflow and productivity. Digital content creation and CAD professionals will be thrilled by the accelerated performance of our combined efforts and the upcoming FirePro-based graphics. AMD Workstation-graphics deeplink Supermicro