AMD unveils AM1 platform featuring quad-core and dual-core APU

NEW DELHI: World's leading chip maker AMD announced the introduction of its AM1 platform featuring the AMD quad-core and dual-core 'Kabini' APU into the component channel for system builders.

The new platform brings Graphics Core Next (GCN) graphics to AMD Athlon and AMD Sempron APU products enabling new power efficient and feature-rich small form factor PCs, it said in a release.

This will create an ecosystem of flexible and upgradable platforms at compelling price points that also feature USB 3.0 and SATA 6GB/s support and microATX and miniITX motherboards for sleek and power-efficient small form factor PCs, it added.