Hypercompetition drives graphics chip market

By Michael Kanellos and Dan Goodin February 12, 1998, 4:00 a.m. PT special report Hyper-competition, shorter product cycles, and lower prices are forcing 3D graphics chips makers to rethink their product strategies. Perhaps more important, Intel's entry into the market could ignite a contest for survival. Ruthless competition rules market In a crowded field, graphics chip companies rise and fall overnight. Intel's entry means big changes 3D board makers join Intel bandwagon Graphics stalwarts on the run Who will be the winners and losers?