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Using less than 7 W, the Chrome 400 Ultra Low Power (ULP) series of graphics processors from S3 Graphics enables the addition of dedicated graphics to mini-note PCs for the first time, according to the company. The processors allow users to enjoy the latest high-definition media playback and DirectX 10.1 gaming experience on mini-notes, an increasingly popular PC category.

The Chrome 400 ULP series comes in three versions:

• The Chrome 430 ULP is the first dedicated graphics processor developed especially for ultra-thin and light notebooks. It is by far the most energy-efficient GPU available, according to the company.
• The Chrome 435 ULP is well-suited for thin and light notebooks. S3 Graphics says that it outperforms competitor products by over 40% in benchmarks while using less energy.
• The Chrome 440 ULP features up to 60% better performance than its competitors, the company claims. It delivers true 1080p HD media playback, including dual-stream Blu-ray or Blu-ray picture-in-picture support, which, coupled with DirectX 10.1 gaming performance, makes it well-suited for desktop replacement systems.

The new series of graphics processors is already shipping. Notebook OEM customers include Fujitsu.

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The Chrome 435 ULP from S3 Graphics fits into thin and light notebooks to outperform its competitors by 40% and use less energy, according to the company.