The overclocked ATI GPU runs at 850MHz, which is supported by 4GB of GDDR5 RAM (itself, clocked at 1,200MHz). And all this hardware necessitates three fans an a massive heatsink, making it thicker than your average video card. Outputs include two dual-link DVIs and one mini DisplayPort. Weird that there's no HDMI on here, like the 5870 has.

AMD expects that we'll see the HD 5970 from a variety of different manufactures, which is good because while we have no idea what the thing costs, it won't be cheap. [Fudzilla via SlashGear]

Asus' plans for their newest Republic of Gamers (ROG) Radeon HD 5870-based card cater to a specific breed—the overclock-everything-for-the-sake-of-it PC tweakers, who are dwindling along with their gaming platform—but really, anyone can appreciate them: by default, the card's GPU is cranked from 850 to 900MHz, and doubles the RAM to RAM to 2GB of DDR5 memory.

If that's not enough, you can dial your frequencies up using included overclocking software, which saves new settings directly to the card. And if you start to notice that delicious, telltale smell of melting silicon, you don't even have to navigate software to fix things: mashing a physical button on the back of the card reverts it to stock settings. Brilliant.

The ROG 5870 doesn't have a price or North America release date yet, but word is it's already hitting the streets in China, so full release details shouldn't be far off. [Zol via Techreport via SlashGear]

Full specs aren't available yet, but we do know that the C315 houses an AMD Althon CPU, 4GB of memory, and ATI Mobility Radeon graphics. It also gets Lenovo's suite of multimedia apps like PowerCinema and AutoCollage on top of pre-installed Windows 7. It'll be available in the US beginning in April.

Full press release, including info on two new less-exciting G series notebooks, below:

New Lenovo Brand PCs Deliver Ultimate Performance and Reliability

Introduces First Lenovo Consumer Notebooks and All-In-One PC with the Latest Technology from AMD

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Lenovo (HKSE: 0992) (ADR: LNVGY) today announced three new PCs for consumers – the Lenovo G455 and G555 notebooks and the Lenovo C315 all-in-one desktop – all based on the AMD platform featuring innovative Lenovo software to improve the overall computing experience. Designed for mainstream consumers, they support up to the latest AMD Turion™ and Athlon™ processors and ATI graphics. With Lenovo applications such as OneKey™ Rescue System and Energy Management on the G455 and G555 and IdeaTouch multitouch applications on the C315, these new PCs deliver affordable, dual-core, worry-free computing.

"Our new G series notebooks and C series all-in-one desktop are designed for users who want a simple but powerful computing experience without any headaches," said Dion Weisler, vice president, Business Operations, Lenovo. "By working closely with AMD engineers and leveraging AMD advanced technologies, we have created products that offer superior performance in the areas of graphics and power efficiency at an affordable price point."

"These innovative Lenovo notebooks and all-in-one desktop solution are prime examples of how VISION Technology from AMD helps our key partners design compelling consumer products," said Rick Bergman, senior vice president and general manager, AMD Products Group. "The expanded technology partnership with Lenovo demonstrates our commitment to deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of the mainstream consumer market."

Lenovo G Series Notebooks for Versatility and Reliability with Affordable Appeal

The Lenovo G445 and G555 notebooks include 16:9 widescreen High-Definition displays and support up to an AMD Turion™ II Dual-Core processor and ATI Radeon™ HD integrated graphics. Users can enjoy rich digital content with High Definition video and DirectX® 10 for running Windows 7 as advanced graphics features such as Aero Peek and Aero Flip. These stylish notebooks boast an ergonomic keyboard designed for rigidity and support to improve typing accuracy and key responsiveness. Both the G455 and G555 come with Lenovo Energy Management 5.0 which lets users select from several energy-saving modes to help decrease energy consumption and extend battery life. Energy Management 5.0 also protects the long-term durability of a PC's battery by preventing unnecessary recharges. These notebooks also feature OneKey™ Rescue System, a one-touch backup, repair and recovery tool, as well as VeriFace™ facial recognition, which give users a fun and interactive way to log on to the PC.

Lenovo C315 All-In-One Delivers Multitouch and Entertainment for the Interactive Family

The new Lenovo C315 allows consumers to enjoy videos, music and games without sacrificing computing power and ease-of-use. The C315 comes with a large 20-inch, High-Definition 16:9 widescreen display and NaturalTouch touch screen technology, making it a great addition to any room in the home. With AMD Athlon™ dual core processors, 4GB of memory and ATI Mobility Radeon™ graphics, C315 offers dependable performance in a compact and stylish design. The C315 also features Lenovo IdeaTouch - a suite of touch-optimized multimedia applications, which includes PowerCinema, AutoCollage and VeriTouch™ software that adds a fun and interactive way to log in. In addition, AutoCollage automatically creates a collage from any selection of photos on the PC – an exciting way to enjoy photos of family and friends.

Pricing and Availability

The Lenovo G455 and G555 notebooks start at $449 and will be available in the U.S. beginning in March. The starting price of the Lenovo C315 all-in-one desktop is $649. It will be available in the U.S. beginning in April.