Editing Sega Saturn (Model 2) (section)

== Architecture and Processor ==
The Sega Saturn is powered by a complex, parallel-processing architecture designed to excel at both 2D sprite manipulation and 3D polygonal graphics. Its main processing components include:
* '''Dual Hitachi SH-2 32-bit RISC CPUs''' running at 28.6 MHz, operating in parallel for increased performance.
* '''Hitachi SH-1''' as the CD-ROM controller.
* Two custom video display processors:
** '''VDP1''' – Handles sprites and polygons (2D/3D graphics).
** '''VDP2''' – Manages backgrounds, scrolling, and effects.
* Additional support chips for sound, DMA, and I/O.

This architecture allowed for advanced graphical effects, but also posed programming challenges due to its complexity.