(Beijing, CHINA) – July 30, 2006 – With global support from Foxconn, Corsair Memory, and Razer, KODE5 has been working hard to spread its message of competitive gaming to the world. Today, Advanced Micro Devices, leading maker of high-performance processors, have also joined our cause by announcing official support for KODE5 China and the KODE5 Global Finals. With their impressive track record of producing some of the fastest CPUs on the market, AMD will be a key partner for KODE5 to deliver the absolute best gaming experience possible at KODE5 China events. The KODE5 Global Gaming Revolution takes competitive gaming to an international stage with events being held in 20+ countries worldwide.

AMD Joins the Revolution in China

KODE5’s roster of regional supporters grew once again today with the addition of AMD. Beginning as a small maker of semiconductors, AMD has grown into one of the world’s leading providers of high-performance CPUs. It award-winning Athlon® CPUs have powered some of the fastest gaming rigs on the planet, winning numerous awards for superior performance across a variety of applications. Today, AMD continues their strength in gaming performance with their Athlon® 64 X2 AM2 CPU, which offers gamers a powerful yet affordable processor for all of their computing needs. Its dual-core architecture places two CPUs on a single chip, allowing the system to perform calculations on two streams of data, increasing efficiency and speed while running multiple programs. Like all Athlon® 64-family CPUs, the Athlon® 64 X2 AM2 CPU is optimized for both 64-bit and 32-bit applications, allowing for maximum performance and compatibility across a wide range of applications, and further future-proofing the system. AMD’s HyperTransport™ technology removes I/O bottlenecks, and a fully-integrated memory controller speeds up performance by allowing the CPU direct access to memory. Add to it AMD’s Enhanced Virus Protection, and outstanding multimedia performance, and the Athlon® 64 X2 AM2 CPU is the perfect CPU for the serious gamer.

“Gamers have known for years the performance that AMD CPUs bring to gaming. At AMD, we are dedicated to delivering products that are truly useful for our customers, which is why we’ve developed a series CPUs that deliver a tangible difference in gameplay,” says Vanoy Wong, the Vice President of AMD Great China Sales. “Supporting the KODE5 Global Gaming Revolution in China is a part of our continued efforts to support e-sports and its community. We wish all competitors the best of luck at KODE5 China, and the KODE5 Global Finals.”

“AMD’s support for our efforts to promote competitive gaming in China is another example of their commitment to the growth of e-sports around the world,” notes KODE5 Revolutionary-in-Command Lester Lau. “With the added clout of AMD on our side, KODE5 China and the KODE5 Global Finals will be fantastic events for gamers worldwide.”

For more information on AMD, check out www.amd.com

For more information about KODE5, visit www.kode5.com

About Foxconn

FOXCONN is the global leader in the manufacturing of Motherboards, Graphics Cards, Optical Storage Devices, Workstations, Servers, Slim PCs, Barebones Systems and IA Products. With more than three decades of manufacturing experience that includes global distribution and logistics, Foxconn is dedicated to making business easy and affordable for its customers, offering innovative, award-winning products that propel the market forward.

More information:
Please see www.foxconnchannel.com

About Corsair

Corsair Memory, a member of JEDEC, has been a leader in the design and manufacture of high-speed memory modules since 1994. We have earned our reputation as being the first to market with leading-edge products supporting new computing platforms and technologies. Corsair supplies memory for applications ranging from mission-critical servers to ultra-high performance gaming systems. The performance and reliability of Corsair memory products makes them ideal for memory-intensive computing. Additional information about Corsair is available at wwwcorsair.com.

About the Razer™ Group

Razer™ is the world’s leading brand in high-end computer gaming peripherals. The company designs, engineers and markets cutting-edge gaming peripherals that provide professional gamers with the competitive edge through a combination of technology, innovation and design. Recognized as the pioneers of the high-performance gaming mouse, our superiority in gaming peripherals stems from our ability to understand and conceptualize peripherals that gamers need. Engineered to near perfection, Razer’s reputation of being the leaders in peripheral technology is embodied in every single Razer™ product.

Razer™—For Gamers. By Gamers™

For more information, please log onto www.razerzone.com.

About AMD

Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of innovative microprocessor solutions for computing, communications and consumer electronics markets. Founded in 1969, AMD is dedicated to delivering superior computing solutions based on customer needs that empower users worldwide. For more information, visit www.amd.com.

About KODE5

KODE5 masses gamers in 16 countries in a series of regional events to find the best gamers from around the world. The best then fly to an undisclosed location to square off against the world’s gaming elite. With television crews from around the world broadcasting, international media in attendance, and mass crowds rioting for their favorites, the KODE5 Global Finals will bring gaming to the center stage like no other gaming event. KODE5 will take competitive gaming to another level and gain the respect that gaming deserves. To join the revolution, go to the KODE5 website at www.kode5.com.