ATI has announced its next generation mobile workstation GPU, the Mobility FireGL V5200. Lenovo has already selected the new GPU for its Core Duo based Thinkpad T60p lineup.

The GPU is certified for use in a wide range of professional applications including AutoCAD, Catia, ICEM Surf, SolidWorks, 3dsmax, Maya and Softimage/XSI. On the hardware front, the Mobility FireGL V5200 features 12 pixel pipelines and a 256MB frame buffer.

The Lenovo Thinkpad T60p features an Intel Core Duo processor T2600 operating at 2.16GHz, 1GB of RAM, a 100GB 7200RPM hard drive, 8x DVD±RW drive, GbE, Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG WiFi, Bluetooth technology and an integrated fingerprint reader. There are also two display options available: a 14.1” screen with a 1400x1050 resolution or a 15” screen with a resolution of 1600x1200.

The 4.9 lb Thinkpad T60p can operate for up to 4.9 hours with its nine-cell battery and up to 6.8 hours with the nine-cell battery and Ultrabay Slim battery.

The T60p will be available on February 14th according to Lenovo.