| Release date | August 14, 2001 |
|---|---|
| Codename | Chaplin |
| Architecture | Radeon R200 |
| Transistors | 60M 150nm (R200)
|
| Cards | |
| Mid-range | 8500LE |
| High-end | 8500 |
| Enthusiast | 8500XT |
| API support | |
| DirectX | Direct3D 8.1 Shader Model 1.4 |
| OpenGL | OpenGL 1.3[1][2] |
| History | |
| Predecessor | Radeon 7000 series |
| Successor | Radeon 9000 series |
| Support status | |
| Unsupported | |
The R200 is the second generation of GPUs used in Radeon graphics cards and developed by ATI Technologies. This GPU features 3D acceleration based upon Microsoft Direct3D 8.1 and OpenGL 1.3, a major improvement in features and performance compared to the preceding Radeon R100 design. The GPU also includes 2D GUI acceleration, video acceleration, and multiple display outputs. "R200" refers to the development codename of the initially released GPU of the generation. It is the basis for a variety of other succeeding products.