Discrete graphics cards in laptops are not new, but they solve many problems. For example, a user wants to not only work on a laptop, but also play various computer games. For these purposes, you need a discrete card, since the integrated graphics processors do not have the resources to cope with such loads.
AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series: specs (general)
The prefix "M" at the end of the name of each video card means "mobile", that is, it can only be used on laptops. Both video cards have a 40-nanometer process, the core of which is called Turks. PCI Ex 2.1x16 connection interface. Both GPUs are capable of supporting up to six monitors, and for this, special programs or drivers are not needed - it all depends on hardware support. A 128-bit bus allows you to maintain high bandwidth.
By type of video memory, both support the GDDR5 format, and RAM is in the DDR3 format. The RAM memory frequency is 900 megahertz, and the speed is about two gigabits per second. In video memory, the operating frequency reaches 800 megahertz, and the 128-bit bus increases the memory bandwidth to 57.6 gigabits per second. AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series, whose characteristics demonstrate acceleration of video memory speed up to 3.6 gigabits per second, only paired with powerful RAM can show a high-quality image.
Differences in specifications
ATI Radeon 6600m and 6700m series: their characteristics differ in the frequency of the graphics core. At 6600m, it is 500 megahertz, while at 6700m it is slightly larger - 725 megahertz.
Math block
AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series: specifications for the mathematical unit - both cards issue about 800 stream processors. There are texture units in the amount of 40 pieces, as well as 16 color blocks of rasterization.
Graphical features
AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series: specifications supported by DirectX 11 include the new version of the "Shader Model" of the fifth version and Direct Compute 11. There is also support for programming the hardware tessellation block, which allows you to enjoy a more realistic image than without it. There is the possibility of accelerated multithreading and improved texture processing. There is also transparency that is independent of order.
The AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series graphics card, which features OpenGL 4.1 technology, has the ability to improve image quality. This technology includes a 24-fold ability to smooth objects and adapted processing.
AMD Eyefinity technology on the AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series features up to six monitors with common resolution, frame rate, color gamut and video overlay. It is possible to set the monitors so that they look like a single screen, then the image will be divided into six monitors, so the group of monitors will look like one large display.
The AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series graphics card, the characteristics of which demonstrate the presence of CrossFireX technology, allows you to use several GPUs, in a word - this is an analog of SLI from NVidia. There is also support for OpenCL 11.
AMD Radeon 6600m and 6700m series: supported technologies description
The first technology that has become new for a series of video cards from this manufacturer is accelerated encoding, transcoding and stretching of video sequences.
Both GPUs play video in all modern formats and Adobe Flash Player version nine.
Technologies for improved image quality include improved post-processing and scaling, color correction and automatic contrast adjustment can also be noted. The increased brightness of white color and the expanded range of blue. Independent technology of gradual transition from one tone to another. Continuous automatic video range adjustment. Supports simultaneously two streams of playback at 1080 points.
The next technology is called AMD 3D, in which there is full support for stereo glasses and three-dimensional images on the monitor. It also has support for three-dimensional games, and can work with stereo software from other manufacturers with 3D-systems.
It is worth noting the automatic power control technology AMD PowerPlay, which saves energy due to automatic power distribution at rest. Properly distributes the load when working with many cards.
The latest technology is an integrated controller called HD audio. Via the HDMI channel, you can enjoy surround sound from a secure 7.1 output channel, which does not require additional cables. This technology plays audio in all known high quality formats.
Operating tips
Like desktop graphics cards, mobiles are also subject to wear and tear. For these reasons, it is worth replacing thermal grease every few months, as it affects the heating of the video memory chip. Next, you need to clean the cooler of the video card at least once every six months, because the accumulation of dust can adversely affect the temperature of the chip. The drivers for this video card are best installed from the disk or downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.