ASUS P8Z68 Series Maximizes Intels Z68 Express Chipset
ASUS announced the availability of its P8Z68-V Pro and P8Z68-V motherboards at leading resellers in North America featuring the Intel Z68 Express chipset along with ASUS DIGI+VRM and UEFI BIOS technologies. ASUS is driving the integration of diverse new technologies into its Z68-based motherboard lineup. These include the universal implementation of LucidLogix Virtu switchable graphics to harness the capabilities of Intels 2nd generation Core processors that deliver a stunning and seamless visual experience, low power consumption and Intel Quick Sync Video for incredibly faster video transcoding while offering the flexibility to seamlessly switch to the latest NVIDIA and AMD discreet graphics cards on demand, along with Intels Smart Response Technology that uses a solid-state drive (SSD) cache to deliver the combined benefits of SSD speed and traditional hard drive storage capacity while reducing energy consumption. The P8Z68-V Pro will retail for $209 and the P8Z68-V at $189.
The Intel Z68 Express chipset is the first platform to enable both overclocking and the revolutionary media features built into 2nd generation Intel Core processors. Were thrilled to see a full lineup of ASUS Z68 motherboards designed with LucidLogix Virtu support, allowing users to take advantage of the incredible video transcoding performance of Intel Quick Sync Video Technology, while maintaining support for high-end discrete graphics from all major brands. Users can now enjoy the best of both worlds, said Zane Ball, General Manager of Intel Desktop Platforms.
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