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Affordable Low-Profile GPUs

Sparkle Released the 'A380 Genie' for Small Form Factor Builds

— March 20, 2024 — Tech
The Intel Arc A380 GENIE by Sparkle is a low-profile graphics card designed for mini-ITX and SFF (small form factor) builds. It features 6GB of GDDR6 memory and a dual-fan, dual-slot cooler. The card supports AV1 hardware encoding and XeSS upscaling for better video and gaming performance. It also includes two mini-DisplayPort and one HDMI 2.0 port for connectivity. Sparkle includes different mounting brackets in the box to accommodate different tower sizes and shapes.

The Sparkle Intel Arc A380 GENIE is priced at $125, aiming to provide an affordable option for dedicated graphics in compact PCs. It comes with a free short bracket for installation and operates without additional power connectors, utilizing power exclusively from the PCIe slot. The GPU is available for purchase, targeting users who need a cost-effective upgrade for their small form factor computers.

Image Credit: Sparkle
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Low-profile Gpus - Opportunities for cost-effective graphic enhancements in compact PC setups are expanding with dedicated cards like Intel Arc A380 GENIE.
2. Mini-itx Graphic Solutions - Innovations in graphics cards specifically tailored for mini-ITX and small form factor builds are catering to the demand for high performance in constrained spaces.
3. Enhanced Video and Gaming Performance - Graphics cards integrating AV1 hardware encoding and XeSS upscaling are revolutionizing video and gaming experiences with improved performance capabilities.
Industry Implications
1. Computer Hardware - The computer hardware industry is witnessing a shift towards more cost-efficient and powerful low-profile GPUs for compact PC designs.
2. Gaming Technology - The gaming technology sector stands to benefit from advancements in video and gaming performance through new graphic card technologies like AV1 hardware encoding and XeSS upscaling.
3. Tech Accessories - In the tech accessories market, there is an emerging demand for versatile mounting brackets and connectivity options to support various tower sizes and shapes in compact PC setups.
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