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AMD Launches World´s First x86 Triple-Core Processors


    AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced the availability of AMD Phenom(TM)
    X3 8000 series triple-core processors, providing gamers and digital
    media enthusiasts with exceptional performance at mainstream price
    points. AMD Phenom X3 processors are designed to improve
    multi-threaded application performance over dual-core processors at
    the same clock speed. As the world´s only triple-core x86 processor,
    AMD Phenom X3 processors bring multi-core technology to a broader
    audience in search of desktop PCs that easily handle today´s digital
    entertainment workloads.

    When paired with the AMD 780 series chipset, AMD Phenom X3
    processors can deliver significant enhancements in gaming and
    high-definition experiences for mainstream PC customers. This AMD
    desktop solution can provide a full HD experience with support for the
    latest and most demanding formats, including VC-1, MPEG-2 and H.264 on
    a mainstream PC. With the AMD Unified Video Decoder (UVD), the
    solution can process HD playback on the better-suited GPU rather than
    the CPU so consumers may enjoy a smooth HD viewing experience--less
    lag, stalling and dropped scenes--in the latest Blu-ray titles.

    "In 2007, AMD committed to delivering AMD Phenom triple-core
    processors in Q1 2008 and today the company makes good on that
    promise," said Bob Brewer, corporate vice president, strategic
    marketing, AMD. "AMD understands that today´s PC applications are best
    accelerated with a range of multi-core products from quad- to triple-
    to dual-core processors, and that´s why we now deliver the broadest
    multi-core desktop lineup in the industry."

    AMD Phenom X3 processor and AMD 780G chipset based desktop PCs
    offer DirectX 10 game compatibility, so casual gamers can now enjoy
    enhanced gaming experience such as truly lifelike 3D graphics and
    dynamic interactivity in the latest game titles. Gamers looking to
    scale their performance with the addition of a discrete graphics card
    can accelerate their performance with ATI Hybrid Graphics Technology.
    This technology can harness the graphics power of both an ATI discrete
    graphics card and the motherboard GPU in tandem, delivering in some
    applications up to 70 percent improvements in 3D performance.( 1) In
    addition, the AMD 780G chipset is the second generation AMD chipset to
    feature AMD OverDrive(TM), a simple user interface that brings
    performance tuning to the masses.(2)

    AMD Phenom(TM) X3 8000 Series Triple-Core Processors

    AMD Phenom X3 8400 and AMD Phenom X3 8600 processors can improve
    performance over dual-core processors on single-threaded applications
    and can scale with the same applications that scale with quad-core.
    AMD Phenom triple-core processors can also increase performance for
    multitasking usage models and multi-threaded applications, aligned
    with similar benefits available with AMD Phenom X4 quad-core
    processors.

    AMD will be collaborating with ZT Systems to premiere the first
    system featuring the new AMD Phenom X3 triple-core processor on QVC
    during the Computer Shop broadcast, which is scheduled to air March 31
    at 10 p.m. EDT.

    "New ZT Affinity desktops featuring the AMD Phenom X3 8400
    triple-core processor deliver ´The Latest Technology for Less,´
    empowering a broader range of customers to experience the performance
    and multi-tasking capability of true multi-core technology," said
    Russell Carlisle, VP of Marketing, ZT Systems. "The ZT Affinity 5202Zi
    is a perfect fit for consumers looking for a stylish, affordable
    compact PC with the power they need for today´s cutting-edge digital
    entertainment."

    Availability

    Systems powered by AMD Phenom X3 processors 8400 (2.1GHz) and 8600
    (2.3GHz) are expected to be initially available from leading OEMs and
    system builders. For processor pricing details, please visit
    www.amd.com/pricing. For press collateral pertaining to the new AMD
    Phenom X4 and X3 models including product specifications and
    availability, images and partner support, please visit
    www.amd.com/phenom/presskit.

    About AMD

    Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of
    innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and
    consumer electronics markets. AMD is dedicated to driving open
    innovation, choice and industry growth by delivering superior
    customer-centric solutions that empower consumers and businesses
    worldwide. For more information, visit www.amd.com.

    Cautionary Statement

    This release contains forward-looking statements concerning
    availability of products from OEMs and system builders and planned
    partnerships, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of
    the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking
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    differ materially from current expectations. Risks include the
    possibility that Intel Corporation´s pricing, marketing and rebating
    programs, product bundling, standard setting, new product
    introductions or other activities targeting AMD´s business will
    prevent attainment of AMD´s current plans; AMD will require additional
    funding and may not be able to raise funds on favorable terms or at
    all; customers stop buying the company´s products or materially reduce
    their operations or demand for its products; the company will be
    unable to develop, launch and ramp new products and technologies in
    the volumes and mix required by the market and at mature yields on a
    timely basis; the company´s competitors, customers and suppliers may
    take actions that will negate the anticipated benefits of the
    company´s acquisition of ATI; demand for computers and consumer
    electronics products and, in turn, demand for the company´s products
    will be lower than currently expected; global business and economic
    conditions will worsen, resulting in lower than currently expected
    revenue in the first quarter of 2008 and beyond; there will be
    unexpected variations in market growth and demand for the company´s
    products and technologies in light of the product mix that it may have
    available at any particular time or a decline in demand; the company
    will be unable to transition to advanced manufacturing process
    technologies in a timely and effective way, consistent with planned
    capital expenditures; the company will be unable to maintain the level
    of investment in research and development and capacity that is
    required to remain competitive; and the company will be unable to
    obtain sufficient manufacturing capacity or components to meet demand
    for its products or will under-utilize its microprocessor
    manufacturing facilities. Investors are urged to review in detail the
    risks and uncertainties in the company´s Securities and Exchange
    Commission filings, including but not limited to the Annual Report on
    Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2007.

    1. (2 )Based on testing conducted with the following system
    configuration:

    Screen Resolution: 1024x768x32

    AMD 780G -Phenom 9500 2.2GHz, HT 1.8 GHz, DDR2-800, WD 320GB

    Intel G35 -Intel Q6600 @2.4 GHz, DDR2-800, WD 320 GB

    Hybrid Graphics - ATI Radeon HD 3450

    -0-
    *T
    Frames Per Second
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    Game AMD 780G AMD 780G + Intel G35
    ATI Radeon
    HD 3450
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    Call of Duty 4 44 75 23
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    Half Life 2 EP2 40 68 15
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    Doom 3 35 60 12
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    *T

    2. AMD is not responsible for damages caused by overclocking (even
    when overclocking is enabled with AMD OverDrive(TM) software).

    (C) 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

    AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Phenom, AMD OverDrive and
    combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.