13 May 2003
Nvidia has unveiled its GeForce FX 5900 series of graphics processing units, proclaiming them as "the industry's fastest graphics processors".
Based on the GeForce FX architecture, the GeForce FX 5900 GPU has a 0.13micron architecture for high clock frequencies, 256-bit memory interface and Nvidia's CineFX 2.0 engine with second-generation pixel shaders.
The processors also feature 128-bit colour precision and support the latest Microsoft DirectX 9.0 and OpenGL feature sets.
"We are committed to building the best technology for the game enthusiast," said Jen-Hsun Huang, president and chief executive at Nvidia.
"With the new GeForce FX 5900 series, gamers can experience games at the highest resolutions with the highest visual quality, and know they have the best platform for upcoming cinematic applications such as Doom3.
"The Nvidia GeForce FX 5900 is a true testament of our commitment to technology leadership and to game enthusiasts all over the world."
The GeForce FX 5900 Ultra will be unveiled for the first time at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) this week in Los Angeles.
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