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Top 20 3DMark06/PCMark05 Movers & Shakers
December 31, 2007 - Joe "OuTkAsT-1" Topolnisky
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly look at the top 3DMark06 and PCMark05 scores submitted to the online result browser (ORB). To mark this New Years Eve, we have four new entries to share with everyone. So who deserves the spotlight? Let's take a look:
New to the 3DMark06 Top 20:
3. 29119 Foxconn Quantum Force Test
12. 25803 Pedro Rocha - Aquapc - 2900XT CF Stock Cards
15. 25647 Russian Overs Team (www.overclockers.ru)
And shaking things up in the PCMark05 Top 20:
1. 21909 ncsa: QX9650 - 480x10 / 8800 G92 Air / Abit IP35Pro
Awesome stuff! The holiday's must have been good to you folks. hehe :D
Anyways, keep up the great work guys and gals! And remember, you can keep track of the top scores throughout the week by visiting our Hall of Fame. Until next time!
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Top 20 3DMark06/PCMark05 Movers & Shakers
December 24, 2007 - Joe "OuTkAsT-1" Topolnisky
Welcome back to our weekly look at the top 3DMark06 and PCMark05 scores submitted to the online result browser (ORB). Things were pretty busy this past week, with six new entires shaking up the charts. So who did what? Let's take a look!
New to the 3DMark06 Top 20:
13. 25686 QX9770, Asus Maximus, 2x 2900XT 880/950, Dominator 1800C7 by Delex & Deos (hardware Station OC Team) - First test on Maximus with LN2
14. 25590 elefsinaras H.O.T (HELLAS O/C TEAM)
16. 25407 giorgos th.
19. 25301 Rol-Co QX9770 + 2x asus Hd3870 CF The Hwi Big Bang
And taking top honors in the PCMark05 Top 20 are:
1. 21155 ncsa: QX9650 - 480x10 / 8800GTS 320 / Abit IP35Pro
3. 19052 BornBad
A big congrats goes out to this week's chart climber. Those are some very impressive scores!
Keep up the great work guys and gals! And remember, you can keep track of the top scores throughout the week by visiting our Hall of Fame. Until next time!
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Noctua NH-U12P CPU Cooler Review
December 22, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has just reviewed the Noctua NH-U12P CPU cooler.
Lets see what they had to say:
It is pretty easy to see from our test results why I use a pair of Noctua heatsinks on my own computer. I have always been impressed by their build quality and the performance is second to none with all of their heatsinks that I have tested over the last ten years. Noctuas flagship NH-U12P is a solid performer in cooling performance and does it with low noise. The fact that it does it with the lowest acoustics that we have measured make it by far the best heatsink we have tested since moving to the TECC testing method.
If you can find it, this is one excellent heatsink, particularly if you cherish silent computing.
Click here to read the full review.
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Gigabyte 780SLI-DS5 Motherboard Preview
December 22, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Digit-Life has reviewed the Gigabyte 780SLI-DS5 motherboard.
Lets see what they had to say:
You might have noticed that our today's review is too much on the "preliminary side". We have no doubts that a good motherboard on the latest chipset from NVIDIA, the first to offer the real x16+x16+x16 support for the Triple-SLI, will find its share of users. It's hard to say at the moment, whether it will be the Gigabyte 780SLI-DS5 in its current state, an updated Gigabyte 780SLI-DS5, or a different motherboard. As of the negative side, we can mention the necessity to provide better cooling. Perhaps you will have to ignore Gigabyte's attempts to create a passive cooling system for the chipset. Anyhow, the motherboard was unstable in our open testbed, until the only source of active cooling (CPU cooler) was switched from Smart Fan to the full speed mode.
At the moment, the nForce 780i chipset may not appear to be anything special, Triple SLI notwithstanding. However, we will have to wait for the production bios and drivers before passing final judgement.
Click here to read the full review.
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ASUS Radeon HD3850 TOP Review
December 22, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
BigBruin has just reviewed the ASUS EAH3850 TOP, an overclocked Radeon HD3850.
Heres what they had to say:
Considering the performance, value, and overall quality of the bundled accessories, the ASUS EAH3850 TOP Overclocked Radeon HD3850 Graphics Card earns the "Recommended" and "Good Value" awards.
While the occasionally noisy fan may bother some, this is still an excellent overall product. For those with older power supplies, Asus has included a PCI-E power adapter, which is a welcome addition and should cater to a large market.
Click here to read the full review.
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AMD Phenom TLB Patch Examined
December 22, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Legit Reviews has just benchmarked and examined AMDs Phenom TLB patch.
Heres what they had to say:
AMD dropped the ball when it comes to how they informed failed to tell the community anything about the erratum other than a fix was coming out. The fix created a significant performance hit, which was bound to look bad for them. Sure it can be disabled in OverDrive, NOW. When the BIOS patches started to be sent out to the media the TLB patch couldn't be disabled in the BIOS and AMD didn't tell us a way to disable it was coming out in overdrive. AMD OverDrive versions 2.0.12 and newer have the ability to disable the patch, but it's hidden in the utility.
AMD better be working 24/7 to release an updated core stepping, because a ~%10 performance drop in its flagship product is not where the company needs to be headed.
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Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard Review
December 21, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
XSReviews has just tested the sleek Razer Lycosa gaming keyboard.
Heres what they had to say:
Overall, this board appears to be a smaller, cut down version of the Tarantula. It offers the same speedy button pressing and polling, while removing the near obsolete BattleDock and reducing its desk space usage.
This board feels nicer to use, and the buttons provide you with the perfect amount of feedback while looking pretty swish in the process. The lighting is a bit of a let down, with it being particularly useless if you type or game in a more relaxed posture as the letters become hard to read.
Price and features wise this keyboard is a direct competitor to the lauded Logitech G11, and its hard to recommend one over the other. I would personally recommend that any interested buyer get both, and keep the one that suits them the most.
Click here to read the full review.
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MSI K9A2 CF Motherboard Review
December 21, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Bit-Tech has posted a review of the MSI K9A2 CF motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
The MSI K9A2 CF provides excellent value as the cheapest multi-GPU, PCI-Express 2.0 board you'll find on the market today. The fact its not based on the premium chipset in its range means it isn't faster than a 790FX motherboard, but it still keeps up with the crowd and overclocks like a monster if you have the CPU to match.
For £60, it's an exceptionally capable and very stable motherboard that also has a solid BIOS at this early stage in the 790Xs life. Considering the fact that Phenoms are dropping in price hand over fist and the Radeon HD 3850s and Radeon HD 3870s are good buys already, this board is a perfect addition to an inexpensive upgrade to quad-core and DirectX 10.
At $100, this is the cheapest AMD 790X based motherboard on the market, and should make a solid platform for a CrossFire system.
Click here to read the full review.
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Lian-Li PC-7 SE-B III Case Review
December 21, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
MadShrimps has just reviewed the Lian-Li PC-7 SE-B III aluminum ATX case.
Heres what they had to say:
Our first review of a Lian-Li case result in overall good impression, the reviewed PC-7 enclosure lives up the Lian-Li name of quality at affordable prices. The latest incarnation of the series dubbed PC-7 SE-B III adds a noise vibration reduction system for hard drives, an exhaust grill at the top and does away with the noisier 80mm top fan. Instead you get three low noise 120mm fans pre-installed which offer an excellent performance/noise ratio, keeping high end components installed inside at cool operating temperatures.
This is another top-notch aluminium case from Lian-Li, and the affordable ~$100 price makes it an excellent value as well.
Click here to read the full review.
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Hiper 630W & 880W Type M Power Supply Review
December 21, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Benchmark Reviews has just tested Hipers 630W & 880W Type M power supplies.
Heres what they had to say:
In regards to the Type M series, I have found both the Hiper HPU-4M630 and HPU-4M880 880W PSU's to offer performance, functionality, appearance, and value all at a notch just above average. Perhaps I'm a bit critical, but then again I see more power supplies for review than almost every other website out there and Hiper has always left me impressed with in at least one particular category. It seems that the Type M series is made for the every-man; and not one particular group.
These are decent power supplies, but theres nothing that makes them standout against models from more established manufacturers.
Click here to read the full review.
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XFX nForce 780i SLI Motherboard Review
December 21, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Legit Reviews has just tested the new XFX nForce 780i SLI motherboard.
Lets see what they had to say:
When it comes to the actual chipset, it is amazing that NVIDA has been able to use the 680i/780i for so long. The NVIDIA nForce 780i SLI MCP is built on TSMC's 90nm process technology, and contains the same exact micro-architecture as the NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI MCP. Eventually NVIDIA will have to design a new chipset to support even more features like 1600MHz FSB processors, DDR3 memory modules, and native PCI Express 2.0 graphics. Rumors of an upcoming NVIDIA 790i chipset in 2008 are going around, so chances are all these changes will take place then. For now the 780i SLI is the top dog when it comes to motherboards that support SLI and since no other company offers high-end SLI motherboards there really isn't a choice to make!
While the nForce 780i chipset doesnt reach new heights in the performance department, it does provide a solid SLI-capable, highly overclockable platform on which to build a killer gaming machine.
Click here to read the full review.
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AMD Phenom Motherboard Compatibility List
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
The list of motherboards that are compatible with AMDs Phenom processors has just expanded a bit, with the addition of four new ECS AM2+ motherboards.
The four new models are the AMD690VM-M2, AMD690GM-M2, A770M-A and nForce6M-A.
Click here to check out the entire list.
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ZEROtherm Nirvana NV120 CPU Cooler Review
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Our friends over at Driver Heaven have posted a review of the ZEROtherm Nirvana NV120 CPU cooler.
Lets see what they had to say:
The numbers do not lie, the NV120 is a very efficient air-cooler. In our test rig you may want to note that theres a 120mm exhaust fan that lines up perfectly with the NV120s fan. This makes for an ideal situation in this particular case. So, under different situations, the mileage may vary a bit. However, it stands to reason that the NV120 will provide adequate cooling as long as theres no obstruction hindering the airflow through the rear of the PC case. We would have liked to see a Pass Through Bracket for the wiring to the Controller included with the package.
The NV120 provides a unique balance of top-notch cooling performance and low-noise output. Furthermore, it can be found online for under $35 (with mail-In rebate), which makes it an excellent value as well.
Click here to read the full review.
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Danger Den NVIDIA 4101 H20 Water Cooling Kit Review
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
MadShrimps has just reviewed the Danger Den NVIDIA 4101 H20 water cooling kit.
Lets see what they had to say:
I was truly amazed how well DD's NVIDIA 4101 performed considering the competition. Both kits are based on 1/2" ID and both utilize the LAING D5-38 Vario pump, however; Swiftech spec's a dual radiator in their MCR220. Given the results above this leads me to conclude the catalyst for performance resides in the five year old design on which the Copper TDX is based. This begs the question, will the MC-TDX out-perform its elder sibling? Regardless we're discussing the nVidia 4101 water-cooling kit which proves to be a formidable contender.
Coming from an established company like Danger Den, it should be no surprise that the NVIDIA 4101 performs terrifically. However, those seeking true silence will obviously want to swap the Sunon fan with a lower output model.
Click here to read the full review.
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AMD Launches Phenom 9600 Black Edition
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
AMD has just introduced the Phenom 9600 Black Edition, an enthusiast-oriented quad-core processor with unlocked multipliers.
Heres what they had to say:
AMD has released a new AMD Phenom 9600 Black Edition quad-core processor with Clock Multiplier Control and tunable performance. The newest Black Edition processor enables customizable platform performance with AMD OverDrive software the industry's most comprehensive Windows-based performance tuning utility. Priced the same as the recently launched AMD Phenom 9600 quad-core processor, the new Black Edition quad-core processor provides increased value and expanded customization options to end-users.
Hopefully these new chips will utilize a new core stepping that eliminates the L3 cache issues.
Click here to read the press release (Not much there really!)
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OCZ Unveils New Turbo-Cool 860W Power Supply
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
OCZ has just announced the new PC Power & Cooling Turbo-Cool 860W power supply.
Heres what they had to say:
OCZ Technology Group, a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and PC components, today unveiled the new Turbo-Cool 860 power supply from PC Power & Cooling. Built for absolute stability and reliability, the Turbo-Cool 860 features adjustable rails, ultra-high efficiency, and a lifespan at least twice the industry standard. NVIDIA® SLI certified to the highest level, the heavy-duty Turbo-Cool 860 is the ultimate power solution for todays mission-critical and high-end gaming systems.
Sounds like another promising PC Power & Cooling power supply, particularly the 64-amp single +12V rail design. I just hope that they have managed to make it quiet, because past Turbo-Cools have been real screamers.
Click here to read the press release.
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EVGA nForce 780i SLI Motherboard First Look
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hardware Secrets has taken a look at the upcoming EVGA nForce 780i SLI motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
This motherboard is clearly targeted to the high-end gamer that is looking for PCI Express 2.0 slots and thinking about three-way SLI for the ultimate gaming machine.
However unless you are a radical nVidia/Intel fan you should consider AMD Spider platform as the ultimate gaming machine because of the new CrossFireX, which allows up to four (and not only three like on three-way SLI) Radeon HD 3870 or 3850 to be connected in parallel. A high-end motherboard based on AMD790FX like ASUS M3A32-MVP De Luxe/WiFi-AP provides more features (WiFi access point, one eSATA port, all solid aluminum capacitors, ferrite chokes and a better audio codec) and is cheaper.
Looks promising, but well have to wait for the benchmarks!
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Cooler Master Hyper 212 CPU Cooler Review
December 20, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
X-bit Labs has reviewed the affordable Cooler Master Hyper 212 CPU cooler.
Lets see what they had to say:
I believe that even though Cooler Master Hyper 212 may not impress the users spoilt by the remarkable efficiency of the supercoolers, this solution still turned out a success. And it is not only its very decent efficiency, universal design or moderate level of produced noise, but the price-to-efficiency ratio of this cooling solution. We compared the Cooler Master product against pretty much the best air cooler out there, but I didnt mention the 70% higher price of the Thermalright Ultra-120 eXtreme on purpose. Moreover, the latter is shipped even without the fan. Of course, if you are looking for an unbeatable cooling solution and have unlimited budget, the choice is evident. However, far not everyone and not always need cooling systems like the Thermalright one, which is also pretty hard to find these days. This is when Cooler Master Hyper 212 comes in handy.
Considering the price, the ease-of-use, and the solid performance, the Hyper 212 is easy to recommend.
Click here to read the full review.
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Sapphire 2600 Pro AGP 512MB Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
XSReviews has reviewed the Sapphire 2600 Pro AGP 512MB graphics card.
Lets see what they had to say:
Although the 2600 Pro from Sapphire is much newer than the x1950 Pro, it really falls behind in almost everything. It's slower, not much cheaper, louder and even though its part of the "HD" series, it doesn't support HDMI. It's main advantage over previous generations of AGP cards is that it's small, which would lead to it being perfect for media PCs, were it capable of all HD media features and were it not so loud. Sapphire have had a good go at putting together a more modern AGP solution, but for gamers and media enthusiasts there is little to be gained over an x1950Pro, so pay the extra tenner and get that instead.
While its nice to see AGP continue to be supported, aside from high definition content decoding, this card is not a worthwhile choice over the previous Radeon X1950PRO AGP.
Click here to read the full review.
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ASUS GeForce 8800GT TOP 512MB Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has posted a review of the ASUS GeForce 8800GT TOP 512MB graphics card.
Lets see what they had to say:
The TOP 8800GT from ASUS is going to be a popular product for a few reasons; firstly, its able to outperform the newer and more expensive 8800GTS 512MB when its clocked at its stock overclocked speed. Secondly, the bundle is good, even better than what we have in the ASUS 8800GTS 512MB bundle which doesnt come with any game at all. Finally, the card is just kick ass. It performs extremely well and doesnt break the bank.
At 700MHz core and 2000Mhz memory, this is the highest clocked GeForce 8800GT that I am aware of. However, it will be interesting to see what price premium it sells for.
Click here to read the full review.
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Super Talent ProjectX PC3-14400 2GB DDR3 Memory Kit Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
3DGameMan has reviewed the Super Talent ProjectX PC3-14400 2GB DDR3 memory kit.
Lets see what they had to say:
Ive tested Super Talent memory in the past and been pleased. Their latest ProjectX DDR3 PC3-14400 Memory product is really fast memory with a decent timing of 7-7-7-21. Although this memory timing is still a slow when compared to DDR2, its great considering the speed. This memory is reliable, stable, compatible and performs well. The only downside to fast DDR3 memory is its expensive. This of course is to be expected from the latest and greatest hardware. If youre looking for fast DDR3 memory take a serious look at this product.
If this kit is anything like the Super Talent W1866UX2G8 then it should use Micron D9GTR, which has demonstrated solid overclocking potential. Its too bad the review did not touch on this aspect.
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ASUS Radeon HD 3850 & HD 3870 Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Phoronix has just posted a review of the ASUS Radeon HD 3850 TOP & HD 3870 TOP graphics cards.
Lets see what they had to say:
At under $200 USD for the ASUS EAH3850 and $250 USD for the ASUS EAH3870, both of them offer a great value. If you're just a casual gamer and want to upgrade right now, the Radeon HD 3850 should work out great. If you have a bit more money to spend and will be utilizing a higher resolution display with advanced graphical settings, the Radeon HD 3870 will perform slightly better. On the other hand, if you are after a graphics card to keep for the long haul, you may want to wait a bit and see how ATI and NVIDIA's Linux drivers pan out over the next few driver releases as we continue with our benchmarking. Regarding the ASUS EAH3850 TOP and EAH3870 TOP they are both great packages that will give you maximum performance, though the included game (Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts) will likely go to waste until it works with WINE. Both of these ASUS graphics cards were also very quiet during operation with PowerPlay support.
Both these cards come impressively pre-overclocked, particularly the HD 3850, and are worthwhile purchases if you can find them for a reasonable price.
Click here to read the full review.
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Top 20 3DMark06/PCMark05 Movers & Shakers
December 17, 2007 - Joe "OuTkAsT-1" Topolnisky
Breaking out the spotlight tonight, we continue our weekly look at the top 3DMark06 and PCMark05 scores submitted to the online result browser (ORB). The holiday race continues this week, with six hot new entries rockin' the charts. So who did what? Read on the find out:
New to the 3DMark06 Top 20:
4. 28313 HD3870 CrossFire Test
9. 27031 Peeraphong Nillaphat
And ripping up the PCMark05 Top 20 are:
1. 20455 hipro5 #H.O.T.# (HELLAS O/C Team) ALL ON AIR
5. 18761 Untitled
17. 15704 Untitled
20. 15645 -=Delly=- QX9650@5040MHz Test
Congrats to this week's chart climbers! Those are some very impressive numbers being tossed around. Consider me jealous. :D
Anyways, keep up the great work guys and gals! And remember, you can keep track of the top scores throughout the week by visiting our Hall of Fame. Until next time!
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AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ Black Edition Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Gamepyre has posted a review of the AMD Athlon 64 X2 5000+ Black Edition processor.
Heres what they had to say:
All in all I'd say AMD has a sure hit with the X2 5000+ Black Edition Processor. It does amazing speeds for its price, and manages to stay nice and cool when running them. If you're just looking to get into overclocking, then this would be a good place to start, as the unlocked multiplier makes setting the speed beyond easy. Of course, if you don't have any technical knowledge, this probably isn't the processor for you. You'll be able to spend a bit more and get a processor right out of the box running at these speeds, and not have to worry about overclocking. If you're an overclocker, check this one out, with its price and speeds you won't be sorry.
At $130, this is a decent upgrade choice for those seeking to update their AM2 systems.
Click here to read the full review.
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Asus P5E3 Premium & Maximus Extreme Review
December 17, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hot Hardware was just reviewed the Asus Asus P5E3 Premium and Maximus Extreme, both of which are Intel X48 Express motherboards.
Heres what they had to say:
There are two performance comparisons that should be made in this article, the comparison between the X48 and X38 chipsets, and the comparison between the newer P5E3 Premium and Maximus Extreme and the more mature P5E3 Deluxe. For all intents and purposes, the X48 and X38 performed at virtually identical levels in all of the benchmarks we ran. The X48 is really just a speed-binned X38 that's guaranteed to run with a 1600MHz FSB anyway, so we really weren't expecting any major differences. In comparison to the more mature X38-based P5E3 Deluxe, we also found that the newer P5E3 Premium and Maximus Extreme performed right in line with expectations.
Both models require DDR3 memory, so that currently limits their appeal. However, if price is no object, its hard not to like the Asus P5E3 Premium, particularly considering its tremendous overclocking potential.
Click here to read the full review.
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AGEIA PhysX Unreal Tournament 3 Performance
December 16, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Anandtech has just examined the performance of AGEIAs PhysX physics processor under Unreal Tournament 3.
Lets see what they had to say:
The performance improvements offered by the PhysX PPU with AGEIAs maps are substantial, which is where we would expect them to be, but CTF-Tornado also offers an interesting path for AGEIA to go down that we havent seen them go down yet. Out of the PhysX titles weve looked at so far, the addition of the PPU either adds performance-harming eye-candy (GRAW), effectively meaningless eye-candy (City of Heroes), or a game uses physics so heavily that itll never be a mass-market AAA title because its unplayable without the PPU (CellFactor).
While PPUs are a novel idea, I suspect that they will not gain widespread acceptance until they are built into GPUs.
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PowerColor HD 3850 Xtreme Review
December 16, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Bjorn3D has just reviewed the PowerColor HD 3850 Xtreme graphics card.
Lets see what they had to say:
Overall I'm satisfied with the product despite the fact the HD 3800 is late. Not only that, it should be the sole replacement for the HD 2900 series by now. However, I'm not judging the GPU per se, but PowerColor model which in my subjective opinion is simply solid. Although the cooling system might be unforgiving to some (2 slot solution), it's a nice addition both design and performance wise. The other freebie is higher clocked core and memory which a lot of you will enjoy, likewise not so dingy overclocking potential.
Assuming the price is right, PowerColor has managed to make an excellent product even better.
Click here to read the full review.
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DDR2 Memory Roundup - Autumn 2007
December 16, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
MadShrimps has just posted their DDR2 Memory Roundup for Autumn 2007.
Heres what they had to say:
On the performance side, it has once again become clear that faster or slower DDR2 does not offer the performance increase for your entire system that you might have hoped for. The differences in performance situate in a 2-5% advantage for your system, across applications. For most of you it will thus not be worthwhile to invest too much in high end DDR2, as the return on investment is low. In that respect, a special recommendation has to go to the PC6400C3 Flex XLC kit, which stands head and shoulders above the others when it comes to price-performance.
These are all excellent high-end kits, but its hard to justify spending $130-260 when Crucial Ballistix can perform as well, and costs $75-100.
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Palit GeForce 8800GT Sonic Review
December 16, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has just reviewed the Palit GeForce 8800GT Sonic graphics card.
Lets see what they had to say:
Palit has done an excellent job with the 8800GT, and when it came to doing a bit of overclocking we managed to get past 740MHz and 2000MHz DDR on the memory. What this helped us get was performance above the new G92 8800GTS.
There is a lot we like about this card; for starters the fact that its pre-overclocked is always a nice thing. The aftermarket cooler is simply bliss, the noise and temperature on the stock one is just horrible and its great to see something better.
Not exactly the best looking video card on the market, but the quiet non-stock cooler is definitely a welcome addition.
Click here to read the full review.
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Samsung SyncMaster 2232GW 22" LCD Monitor Review
December 16, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Overclockers Online has posted a review of the Samsung SyncMaster 2232GW 22" LCD monitor.
Heres what they had to say:
During the last few months of using this monitor, it has truly been a luxury - 22 inches of viewing area, brilliantly vibrant color and ultra crisp images, what is there not to love?
Answer, not much besides the limited tilt capabilities, the SyncMaster 2232GW is a solid monitor. Overall, the SyncMaster 2232GW is a beautifully designed monitor which is capable of delivering top notch graphics and all at a reasonable price.
If you cant find the 2232GW, then buy a 226BW since they are technically identical.
Click here to read the full review.
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Eight-Way 1000W Power Supply Roundup
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Anandtech has just reviewed and compared eight 1000W power supplies.
Lets see what they had to say:
The Akasa PowerMax showed good results today and has very long cables. It is unfortunately not available in many shops at present, but the company is working to address that. In Europe, you can get it for 198 EUR at komplett.de. Performance-wise, the OCZ ProXStream stands out today with stable DC outputs, low ripple, and high efficiency, but also with high noise levels. If you're not ultra concerned with noise levels, the ProXStream is a great deal at $230-250. It also has a very small form factor which will let it fit into every standard ATX case.
Amazingly, there is no bad power supply in this roundup. Find one on special, or with a decent mail-in rebate, and it will serve you well.
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Sapphire Radeon HD 3850 256MB Review
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Overclockers Club has just reviewed the Sapphire Radeon HD 3850 256MB video card.
Heres what they had to say:
The Sapphire HD3850 was a great looking card that ended up being able to kick some butt for an amazingly small price tag. It was able to stand up to some of the current leaders in the graphics card scene and hold its own. This was proven in 3DMark06 when the HD3850 beat the 8800GTS in the 1680x1050 benchmark. Not only during benchmarks was it able to hold its own, but in real world testing, it was able to prove itself against the 8800GTS in BioShock... where the HD3850 fell short by just a few frame rates, which was very surprising. The cooling option that Sapphire ended up using on this card was a decent choice because it did not take up a lot of room in the case. Not only did the fan look good, it was very quiet.
At $160-180, the Radeon HD 3850 is an excellent video card, and it will surely be among the most highly sought after products of 2008.
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Abit IP35-E Motherboard Review
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
3DGameMan has just posted a video review of the budget-oriented Abit IP35-E motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
"The Abit IP35-E Socket 775 Motherboard motherboard is based on the Intel P35 express / ICH9 chipset and supports the Intel Dual and Quad Core processors. It accepts up to 8GBs of Dual channel DDR2 800/667 un-buffered non-ECC memory. It overclocks very well, is stable and affordable. If you're in the market for an excellent inexpensive motherboard without Crossfire capabilities, I would strongly recommend you check it out. Watch the video to find out more and check out the bloopers at the end."
Considering the fact that it only costs $90, the IP35-E is terrific motherboard, and Ive seen quite a few users achieve some excellent overclocking results.
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AMD Phenom Processors Review
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Bit-Tech has just tested the AMD Phenom processors.
Heres what they had to say:
The bottom line is that AMD's Phenom processors are currently too expensive and don't perform well enough to offer serious competition for Intel's quad-core processors. With the low clock speeds, AMD needs applications that make use of multiple cores to show off the benefits but, as most real consumer applications are single threaded (or maybe occasionally dual-core optimised), there aren't any real benefits to Phenom in its current state.
Lets hope that AMD can conjure up some magic with the upcoming B3 stepping, because the lack of competition is going to start hurting us all.
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Gateway XHD3000 30-inch LCD Monitor Review
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Digital Trends has just reviewed the awesome Gateway XHD3000 30-inch LCD monitor.
Lets see what they had to say:
The Gateway Extreme HD 30" LCD monitor (XHD3000) is more than just a beautiful monitor - it's a full-fledged HD video display that will upscale even the most gorgeous 1080p HD movies to 1600p; the colors, brightness and clarity are all very impressive. Stills and video look breathtakingly accurate. The 2560x1600 screen resolutions makes computing a sincere pleasure and can be a serious productivity enhancer, especially for spreadsheet enthusiasts, Photoshoppers, video editors and any hard-core multitaskers.
One word WOW. Santa, if youre listening, this is what I want!
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Corsair TX750W Power Supply Review
December 13, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hardware Secrets has posted a review of the Corsair TX750W power supply.
Lets see what they had to say:
This unit also has all the basic stuff everyone is looking for nowadays: high efficiency, active PFC, good cooling solution, enough power to feed high-end video cards and the best of all: it is rated at 50º C, meaning that Corsair guarantees that you will get 750 W under real-world conditions. A lot of manufacturers label their power supplies at 25º C, meaning that when you are using it the maximum power it will be able to deliver will be far less, as no power supply runs at 25º C during normal operation. Semiconductors lose their ability to deliver current (and thus power) with temperature, a phenomenon called deranging.
The Corsair TX750W is definitely a solid power supply, however its power regulation and noise levels don't quite match the legendary HX series.
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Thermaltake DuOrb VGA Cooler Review
December 12, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
ThinkComputers has posted a review of the Thermaltake DuOrb VGA cooler.
Heres what they had to say:
The reduction in idle temperature is quite impressive. A ten degree drop is quite a good, but I would have liked to see a little more. However, the higher full-load temperature could be worrisome. Bioshock is near the top of the graphics pounders these days, with Crysis and UT3 even harder on graphics cards.
The Thermtake DuOrb is a good buy, as it's cheap and accomplishes the task of cooling. It's attractive design is sure to turn heads at LAN parties. Its installation is quick and easy.
Due to its wide compatibility and affordable price, the DuOrb could be a great product, but its performance is a little underwhelming.
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NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB Coverage
December 12, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Thinking of buying a GeForce 8800 GTS 512MB, but looking for some additional information? Well here are a bunch of reviews and articles on Nvidias latest product!
Check it out:
- AnandTech.
- Bit-Tech.
- Dionx PC.
- Driver Heaven.
- FPS Labs.
- Hardware Canucks.
- Hot Hardware.
- Legit Reviews.
- I4U.
- PC Perspective.
I still think it is a bit overpriced, but it might be worth it for those who routinely game at very high resolutions and quality settings.
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Biostar TF7150V-M7 mATX Motherboard Review
December 12, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
PCStats has reviewed the Biostar TF7150V-M7, an mATX motherboard featuring the GeForce 7150 IGP.
Lets see what they had to say:
In terms of performance the Biostar TF7150V-M7 motherboard performed very well and kept up with Intel P35/X38 Express motherboards in many respects. Memory bandwidth can be an issue if you're using the onboard GeForce 7150, but overall for office tasks you wouldn't notice it. While the onboard GeForce 7150 is DirectX 9.0C compatible, you're not going to be doing much gaming on that thing. If it's games you want, spend some money and get yourself a standalone PCI Express videocard. With a GeForce 8800GTS 320MB installed onto the system, performance shot right up to near the level of the competition.
Overall, this is a very impressive product, and is perfect for an HTPC system. While the GeForce 7150 wont satisfy any serious gamers, it will do a good job at decoding high-definition content. The fact that this mATX motherboard reached 460Mhz FSB is also quite noteworthy.
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Gainward Reveals New GeForce 8800GT & 8800GTS Models
December 12, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Gainward has announced two new graphics cards, a 1024MB GeForce 8800GT and a dual DVI GeForce 8800GTS.
GAINWARD, the leading graphics card manufacturer, announces Graphics market with the massive 1024MB version of 8800GT graphic card: Bliss 8800GT 1024MB. Equipped with stunning 650+MHz on the core clock and a super fast 950+MHz(DDR 1900+) MHz on the memory clock, Gainward Bliss 8800GT leads to an ultimate performance for enthusiasts, in addition, the massive 1024MB memory (256bits width) bandwidth size can undoubtedly allow the graphics processors to achieve higher resolutions without running into memory capacity bottlenecks in games.
Click here to read the press release.
Click here to check out the product page.
Gainward's Bliss 8800GTS 512MB version graphics card: Equipped with stunning 650MHz on the core clock and a super fast 970MHz on the memory clock, Gainward Bliss 8800GTS leads to an ultimate performance for enthusiasts, in addition, the amazing 512MB 256bit memory interface size can undoubtedly allow the graphics processors to achieve higher resolutions without running into memory capacity bottlenecks in games.
Oddly enough, they dont really emphasize the unique dual DVI connectors, but they are there!
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Nokia N82 Imaging Phone Review
December 12, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
GSMArena has just posted a review of the Nokias newest flagship device, the imaging-oriented N82 smartphone.
Lets see what they had to say:
Nokia N82 is the kind of gadget to make high hopes inescapable and it is important to know whether it lives up to the responsible job of being the N73 successor. And here it is: in our view, it carries the burden lightly. N82 has all the premises to become a true bestseller, combining full smartphone functionality with the best camera on the mobile phone market.
The N82 is essentially a candybar version of the N95, with twice the RAM, a slightly smaller screen, and Xenon flash. From the pictures I have seen, the Xenon flash makes a substantial difference in indoor/low-light picture quality, and should be a must-have feature for any avid photographer. While it was unusually expensive at first, the price at most retailers has declined substantially over the past 1-2 weeks. If you are not too keen on the silver and off-white colour, there will be other models available in early 2008.
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Nexus Caterpillar Silent ATX Case Review
December 11, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
MadShrimps has posted a review of the Nexus Caterpillar Silent ATX case.
Lets see what they had to say:
Installation is straight forward as Nexus provides a few useful tool less features, do note that choosing/having compatible hardware is a must for this case; PSU size is important (smaller=better), SATA HDD drives are preferred to keep cable mess to a minimum. We dont recommend running any high end VGA card inside this case unless you provide 3rd party cooling or modify the case. CPU cooling is excellent though and overall component cooling is above average inside the Caterpillar.
Nexus told us theyll have a new case coming out which is build to house high end components, the Caterpillar as it currently stands does an admirable job to keep vibration and high pitched noises to a minimum, just dont use for your next high end gaming system.
Considering the $120 price tag, I am not particularly impressed with the overall design of this case. If you are looking for a cool and quiet case, I would instead recommend the Antec P180, which offers superior features, and none of the quirks.
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XFX GeForce 8800 GT 256MB XXX Review
December 11, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
FiringSquad has just reviewed the soon to be released XFX GeForce 8800 GT 256MB XXX.
Heres what they had to say:
With an MSRP of $229.99 for the card we tested, the XFX GeForce 8800 GT 256MB XXX Edition is priced awfully close to the $250 starting price of the GeForce 8800 GT 512MB, and as you saw in todays benchmarks that while the card performs close to the GeForce 8800 GT 512MB without AA, once you crank up the settings the 256MB board really begins to fall behind the GeForce 8800 GT 512MB. Even XFXs factory overclocking doesnt help the GeForce 8800 GT 256MB in these cases the card just doesnt have enough memory to run todays latest games with high graphics settings and AA. In addition, XFXs $209.99 starting price for the stock Alpha Dog is about $10 more than we expected.
While the GeForce 8800GT 256MB performs very well, it is definitely worth spending an extra $50 for the 512MB model.
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Dell XPS M1730 Gaming Notebook Review
December 11, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
HotHardware has just reviewed the new flagship Dell XPS M1730 gaming notebook.
Lets see what they had to say:
Performance of the M1730 is mostly what we had expected given our system's specifications. The M1730 was able to perform just as well, if not better, than several loaded desktop systems in our tests. While the M1730 can't compete with a high end desktop system equipped with a full fledged GeForce 8800 GTX at this time, it comes relatively close. All of that available in a mobile platform is pretty impressive. The M1730 will also only get better with time since a GeForce 8800M GTX upgrade is in the works. While we suspect that dual GeForce 8800M GTXs in SLI will raise the price of the system quite a bit, it will allow the M1730 to take on serious competition and go toe-to-toe with some desktop systems of the highest caliber. But for the time being, you'll simply have to settle for great gaming performance, rather than the absolute best.
A 17" widescreen 1920x1200 display, SLId GeForce 8700M GTs, AGEIA physics processor, and two 200GB hard drives what more could you possibly want in a gaming notebook?!
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Winchip PC3-10666 2GB DDR3 Memory Kit Review
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Benchmark Reviews has just tested the Winchip PC3-10666 2GB DDR3 memory kit.
Heres what they had to say:
In conclusion, the Winchip PC3-10666 CL8-8-8-15 64A0TRHN8G17E DDR3 1333MHz RAM kit offers good entry-level performance for enthusiasts and system builders, and at the same time it opens a few front side bus opportunities that DDR2 never could. Thanks to faster 1333MHz performance these modules might just be the key to inspiring the masses to adopt the new standard. The Winchip PC3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz kit is good for newcomers to DDR3 who want to build a computer system based on the new DDR3 standard or simply push their system beyond the manufacturer's intended specifications.
I am puzzled as to why the reviewer lists this memory kits overclocking capability as a Pro, since a 4% increase is rather laughable. Needless to say, this is not enthusiast-level hardware.
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Enermax Infiniti 650W Power Supply Review
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Bit-Tech has just posted a review of the Enermax Infiniti 650W power supply.
Heres what they had to say:
Enermax ticks me off with its poor maths and occasionally iffy modular plugs and to be honest I expected a little better from this unit. You may never use the 3.3V and 5V much at all in a modern PCnot near the levels that weve tested at and the 12Vs work perfectly finebut if a product claims it can do something, it should be able to stand by that claim. In this case, Enermax unfortunately hasnt stood by that claim.
The unit looks fantastic and still supports all sorts of PC setups, however, the extra cost and tough market might easily give enough ammunition for all the Corsair HX-series fans out there to play it down.
Its disappointing to see that this unit failed to live up to its power ratings on two voltage rails. However, it might have been an isolated incident, since Anandtech and Guru3D reported no such issues.
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Radeon HD 3850 Crossfire vs. GeForce 8800GTS 512MB Comparison
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has posted a very interesting comparison between the Radeon HD 3850 Crossfire and the new G92-core GeForce 8800GTS 512MB.
Heres what they had to say:
Both setups tend to be pretty good and it would be hard to say a particular one is better than the other. As we mentioned before though, both setups have their strengths and weaknesses. OpenGL along with AA performance favors the 8800 while higher resolution gaming and especially games that have the ability to take advantage of a multi card setup tend to favor Crossfire.
Im pretty impressed with the overall performance of the CrossFire configuration. For those who own a single HD3850, the CF option will definitely be a wise upgrade path 6-12 months down the road (motherboard permitting, of course). While the 8800GTS 512MB is obviously a top-notch performer, it will likely carry a hefty price premium over the standard 8800GT 512MB.
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ThermalTake Xaser VI Case Review
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
DarkVision Hardware has just posted a review of the ThermalTake Xaser VI case.
Heres what they had to say:
The ThermalTake Xaser VI is a very spacious super tower case for gamers and computer enthusiasts. You can get the case in steel or aluminum and it has plenty of appealing features like 10 tool-free PCI slots, tool-free installation of up to 7 HDDs and 7 5.25" devices, good ventilation, lots of silent fans, some storage compartments and a removable motherboard tray.
The Xaser VI isn't perfect though, not all people will like all the plastic "bling bling" and even though the model I tested was made out of aluminum it was pretty heavy and it doesn't have any handles to make it easier to transport this big case.
If you don't mind the flamboyant exterior styling, and the assuredly high price, then the Xaser VI is worth a look.
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ASUS PG221 22-inch LCD Monitor Review
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TechGage has just reviewed the new Asus PG221 22-inch LCD monitor.
Lets see what they had to say:
To me, this monitor would be a fantastic offering if it were larger. If the few problems this monitor had were corrected and the size increased to 24" with 1920x1200 resolution and a price hike to ~$650 - $700USD, I would feel the display would be far more worth it. $550 for a 22-inch monitor seems high regardless of how you look at it. That said, if you are looking for a solid display that is feature-packed and will act well as a game console display as well, the PG221 is worth looking into. If you are not concerned with built-in speakers or game consoles, I'd quicker recommend the Samsung 2232GW.
While Asus has managed to create a nearly flawless gaming monitor, it is simply too expensive compared to every other 22-inch model on the market. Also, at this price, I would have really liked to see them use a PVA or MVA panel, instead of the more common TN matrix.
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Gigabyte GP-S7500 2.1 Speaker System Review
December 10, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has just reviewed the Gigabyte GP-S7500 2.1 speaker system.
Here's what they had to say:
I think GIGABYTE has done a really top-notch job of designing a flexible and impressive 2.1 solution which sounds far too good given the price being charged. My prediction is that with a little time to be recognised of their capabilities, theyll do quite well.
If you need more bass than the Creative Gigaworks T40 can deliver, then this Gigabyte 2.1 speaker system should definitely be at the top of your list.
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Top 20 3DMark06/PCMark05 Movers & Shakers
December 10, 2007 - Joe "OuTkAsT-1" Topolnisky
Today we continue our weekly look at the top 3DMark06 and PCMark05 scores submitted to the online result browser (ORB). Things were crazy-busy this past week, with a whopping nine new entires shaking up the charts. So who are these masterful benchmarkers? Read on to find out:
New to the 3DMark06 Top 20:
2. 29139 Andre Yang DFI X38-T2R @ Team Taiwan
7. 27245 QX9650 & Maximus Extreme Testing [MemoryExtreme-Team Italy]
13. 25360 OutofSpecs.gr Overclocking Party Powered By Multirama at 8/12/2007
14. 25324 erode
17. 25179 Pedro Rocha - QX9650 mini-cascade - 2900XT CF stock
19. 24627 Untitled
And making noise in the PCMark05 Top 20:
3. 18884 DK(Beijing.China)
8. 17840 Matti @ Crazy-OC-Team
14. 16258 TiTON (IRONMODS) - MARS - Ballistix - EVGA GTX - Test Run
Wow! I guess that Christmas money is being put to good use. ;)
Keep up the great work guys and gals! And remember, you can keep track of the top scores throughout the week by visiting our Hall of Fame. Until next time!
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DFI Infinity Blood Iron P35-T2RL Motherboard Review
December 8, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has posted a review of the aptly named DFI Infinity Blood Iron P35-T2RL motherboard.
Lets see what they had to say:
The Blood Iron P35 motherboard is definitely a board where if youre looking for a more simplistic offering with the basic necessities, and would also like to get some overclocking in, then this boards right up your alley.
This is a truly hideous looking motherboard, but at least it overclocks well. Considering how barebones it is, its really hard to recommend over the fantastic MSI P35 Neo2-FR.
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Buffalo Firestix PC2-8000 2GB Memory Kit Review
December 8, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
HardwareLogic has just reviewed the Buffalo Firestix PC2-8000 2GB memory kit.
Lets see what they had to say:
During our testing the Buffalo Firestix PC2-8000 memory kit didn't quite feature the flexibility we've seen with other enthusiast kits, most recently the Mushkin PC2-8500 kit. But for what it lacked in tighter latencies, the kit more than made up for in overall overclocking performance. While rated at DDR2-1000 @ 5-5-5-18, the kit easily bested that with latencies of 4-4-4-12 with a modest bump in voltage to 2.2V, yet another example in how far DDR2 has come over the past 6 months.
Considering it achieved 1235MHz 5-5-5, its pretty hard not to be impressed with this memory kit. At $75, if you can find it, buy it.
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MSI P35 Neo2-FR Budget Motherboard Review
December 8, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Looking for solid sub-$100 P35 motherboard? Well Anandtech has reviewed the surprisingly good MSI P35 Neo2-FR.
Heres what they had to say:
We are pleased to award the MSI Neo2-FR board our Silver Editors' Choice award. The product quality, component choices, support, features, and overall performance of this board are an absolute steal at its current price of $89. Generally, manufacturers must cut corners to offer the latest Intel chipset technology at prices under $100. It is rare that we see a manufacturer offer what is essentially their premium product in the entry-level category, but MSI managed to do this and actually improve the product at the same time.
Considering the excellent price, solid feature list, and decent overclocking potential, this is a tremendous offering from MSI.
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ASUS Unveils EN8800GT 1GB DDR3
December 8, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
On Thursday, Asus introduced a new GeForce 8800GT model, the EN8800GT/HTDP/1G, which features 1GB of DDR3 memory.
Heres what they had to say:
ASUS today released the world´s first EN8800GT graphics card model with 1GB graphics memory with Qimonda the new EN8800GT/HTDP/1G. This powerful graphics card features the latest generation of NVIDIA GPUs; and with an unparalleled large onboard memory size, is designed to provide feature-rich DirectX 10 gaming and the best multimedia playback at ultra-high resolutions and maximum quality settings. Moreover, with the integrated new SmartDoctor feature, users will have the option to overclock the Shader Clock for more than 10% graphical performance boosts, while the unique Glaciator Fansink design keeps the GPU temperature 7ºC cooler than reference designed boards.
It will be interesting to see whether the additional memory provides any performance boost at higher resolutions and quality settings.
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AMD Phenom Issues Examined
December 7, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
HardCoreWare has just posted an interesting article entitled AMD Phenom is BROKEN - Costs a 14% performance hit to fix.
Heres what they had to say:
When AMD launched Phenom at lower-than-expected clock speeds, they told us that the 2.4 GHz was affected by an error that caused data corruption and instability.
As it turns out, ALL Phenoms are affected by this problem, and the only way to fix it is to update the microcode via a BIOS update. This update disables part of the L3 cache, and causes a 40-50% drop in L3 performance.
This translates to a 14% drop in real-world performance, with programs like Firefox seeing a 50% drop.
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DisplayPort and RV635 XT Sneak Peek
December 7, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hot Hardware has just posted images of the upcoming DisplayPort and RV635 XT graphics card. Heres what they had to say:
We've got a bit of show-and-tell for you here this morning. You might recall recent announcements of a new digital display interface, dubbed DisplayPort by VESA, the Video Electronics Standards Association. This new interface will supplant DVI and VGA connections eventually and its micropacket architecture offers significantly more bandwidth with multi-monitor support over a single cable. Like HDMI, a DisplayPort connection can carry 8-channel 24-bit audio, but also offers a dedicated auxiliary link for control communications of things like panel I/O and microphone connections.
A somewhat interesting sneak peek at the future!
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ASUS EN8800GTS G92 Core Review
December 7, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has just reviewed the G92-based ASUS EN8800GTS and EN8800GTS TOP graphics cards.
Heres what they had to say:
The 8800GTS G92 based card is a good graphics card, but not great. NVIDIA really seemed to have dug themselves a hole by putting the 8800GT out; it represents excellent performance and a nice price tag to boot, when companies arent taking advantage of the limited stock that is.
Bang for the Buck, the new 8800GTS is no match for the 8800GT. However, it does provide a noticeable performance boost over the 8800GT, particularly at high resolutions.
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Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 and QX9770 Review
December 7, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Driver Heaven has just reviewed the high-end Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650 and QX9770 processors.
Lets see what they had to say:
Since we started testing the QX9650 and QX9770 we have been thoroughly impressed. The raw performance of both is exceptional and we saw real world gains when compared to the older QX6700. It is not often that we would recommend an update on a year old processor but this is one such occasion. We are also looking forward to increases in performance over the coming months as more applications and codecs support the SSE 4 instruction sets which the Yorkfield uses, this should create some substantial increases in video encoding times amongst other things.
If youre looking for a 45-nm quad-core processor, these are your two only choices, because the other models have been delayed until the beginning of March.
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Zalman Reserator XT External Liquid Cooling System Review
December 6, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakNews has just reviewed the Zalman Reserator XT, an external hybrid liquid cooling system.
Heres what they had to say:
I really like Zalman's Reserator XT. If you see a liquid cooled system in your future, don't overlook this unit. It has the performance and convenience features that many enthusiasts will find appealing, along with a distinctive, industrial look that will compliment a wide range of desktop components (the black version may be even more complimentary, depending on your equipment.) If you're looking for quiet liquid cooling performance in an attractive, convenient package, I can highly recommend the Zalman Reserator XT.
For an external system, the Reserator XT looks good and performs well too. Its a worthwhile product for those who arent ready for the DIY approach to water-cooling.
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Cooler Master Hydra 8800 Hybrid GPU Cooler Review
December 6, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hardware Canucks has posted a review of the Cooler Master Hydra 8800 Hybrid GPU cooler.
Heres what they had to say:
To be honest, I was expecting WORSE air temperatures than stock in the air cooling tests due to the unusual shape of the LED fan and the removal of some of the air cooling fins. The Hydra in its air cooled form -although not dramatically better than the reference cooler- did outperformthe reference cooler by a few degrees. I think most of this is due to the higher RPM of the fan, but subjectively it was not loud enough to be obnoxious even though it was a bit louder than the stock one.
What surprised me even more was how competitive the Hydra became once the switch was made to water cooling. Load temperatures went down by about 20 degrees just by putting a little pipe full of water up against a heat pipe in the standard cooler.
Not a bad concept, but as the reviewer mentions the Hydra 8800 Hybrid is a jack of all trades, master of none.
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Razer Lachesis Mouse & Lycosa Keyboard Review
December 6, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
3DGameMan has posted a video review of the Razer Lachesis mouse and Lycosa keyboard.
Lets see what he had to say:
The Razer Lachesis mouse has a sleek design thats very comfortable to hold and comes with nine programmable hyperesponse buttons. Theres the main left and right click Ultra-large non-slip buttons, two buttons on the left side, two buttons on the right side, two buttons at the top and a scroll wheel button. This mouse is kinda large and might not fit some hands. The Razer Laycosa keyboard is black, constructed from plastic and has a sleek design but is rather large since it is a full size keyboard. The included wrist rest adds to the size and does offer comfort when gaming for an extended period, but it can be removed if preferred. One of the first things youll notice about this keyboard is that the keys are backlit. This is fantastic for dark rooms while gaming or watching movies. Note the backlight can be always on or turned off and theres a gaming WASD key cluster lighting option.
These two Razer products are definitely worthy alternatives to Logitechs G-series mice and keyboards.
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HANNS.G HG281DPB 28-Inch LCD Monitor Review
December 6, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Benchmarks Reviews has just tested the amazingly affordable HANNS.G HG281DPB 28-Inch LCD widescreen monitor.
Lets see what they had to say:
Gamers will love the 3ms response time, the 1920x1200 resolution, and the 27.5" screen size. Would I love this monitor at $1,200? NO. Is it worth the money at under $600? YES. The saying you get what you pay for often is very true, and probably applies here. You get a very large LCD monitor running at a nice resolution of 1920x1200, fast response time, and the ability to connect your PS3 or 360. What you don't get is the best contrast ratio, the most accurate colors, the ability to connect multiple devices at the same time, or default settings that are anywhere near usable. But you also don't get a price tag that will break the bank. Currently a cheap 24" can be had for under $400 and the Hanns-G is under $600.
Monster size, monster resolution, miniscule price, whats not to like? It wont satisfy graphic designers, but for gaming it should do quite nicely.
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Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 Motherboard Review
December 6, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hardware Logic has just reviewed the new Gigabyte GA-X38-DQ6 motherboard.
Lets see what they had to say:
Overall we like what we're seeing from Gigabyte, who've continued to show us that they know how to assemble an enthusiast level motherboard. The GA-X38-DQ6 smoked through our benchmarks, and for those that appreciate a thoughtful layout and effective heatpipe cooling, it looked sexy doing it. Future-proofing DIYers may want to examine the GA-X38T-DQ6, which throws DDR3 into the mix, but bear in mind that current DDR2 pricing has hit rock bottom, with high performance kits hovering anywhere between $60-$100. With support for Intel's 45nm Yorkfield processors, PCI-E 2.0 compliance, and a handful of eSATA port, the GA-X38-DQ6 makes a strong case for itself.
Overall, another well-featured Gigabyte motherboard, but 465Mhz FSB is kind of disappointing from the enthusiast-oriented X38 chipset.
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HTC Touch WM6 Smartphone Review
December 5, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has posted a review of the diminutive HTC Touch Windows Mobile 6 smartphone.
Heres what they had to say:
If we had have looked at the first model of the Touch series when it was first released, it would have definitely won an award from us, as at that time it was unique. Unfortunately so late in the game, and with two newer Touch series models available, this phone lacks the punch of its sexier younger siblings.
That being said, it still has all the features and capabilities of a modern Smartphone/PDA, and without a doubt brings new and innovative features to the market like the flip screen and useful interpretation of a PDA/Smartphone/Multimedia device.
While the Touch is an excellent device in most respects, there is a new Touch Enhanced, which is twice as fast, and features a welcome memory upgrade. For those who like the Touch interface, but need a QWERTY-esque keypad, HTC also offers the Touch Dual.
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XFX 8800GT Alpha Dog XXX 512MB Review
December 5, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
XSReviews has just reviewed the XFX 8800GT Alpha Dog XXX 512MB.
Lets see what they had to say:
The GT is no giant leap in terms of high end performance, but my god what a jump for the mid-range.
There are many versions of it out there too, with varying amounts of memory, various clock speeds, bundles and yes, varying price tags. However, even though the XXX Alpha Dog version costs around 10% more than some it's lower clocked, less "memoried" (that's my new word of the day) rivals, it looks good, cools well and comes with a decent bundled game. If you are looking to pick up a nice Christmas upgrade for yourself, make sure you snap up one of these.
The Alpha Dog XXX is definitely one of the fastest 8800GTs on the market, but its quite expensive ($300+), and its impossible to find in stock.
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AMD Triple-core Processor Details
December 5, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
DailyTech has some interesting information regarding AMDs triple-core processor plans for 2008 and 2009.
Heres what they had to say:
The first triple-core processor, Toliman, is essentially a core-disabled version of the Agena quad-core processor. It includes a full Agena package, including the 2MB of shared L3 cache, with one core disabled.
Toliman, which will eventually herald the AMD Phenom 8000-product name, is scheduled to launch in February 2008 with mass availability in March. AMD representatives, speaking on conditions of anonymity, confirmed the initial 2.4 GHz Phenom 8700 and 2.3 GHz Phenom 8600 tri-core processors will launch with a 95W thermal envelope.
It will be interesting to see how AMD prices these processors, and whether Intel reacts at all.
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ASUS Maximus Extreme ROG Motherboard Review
December 5, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
TweakTown has just reviewed the ASUS Maximus Extreme, a Republic of Gamers series X38 Express DDR3 motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
The Republic of Gamers series of boards that ASUS is pushing out are designed to be top perfomers in overclocking, functionality and practicality. While there are bells and whistles on all of their boards, each feature has a specific purpose to enhance the boards capabilities, and each new board adds something new. The Maximus Extreme certainly pushes things all the way, its going to be hard to top this one out.
On the whole, while the board does cost a pretty penny, if youre after a feature packed board that you expect to last you for quite some time, then the Maximus Extreme might just fit your requirements.
While the Maximus Extreme is a terrific motherboard, its up to you whether its worth $40 more than the equally excellent Gigabyte GA-X38T-DQ6.
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ASUS M3A32-MVP DeLuxe/WiFi-AP Motherboard Preview
December 5, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hardware Secrets has just taken a look at the awesome ASUS M3A32-MVP DeLuxe/WiFi-AP motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
We couldnt simply find any negative point on this motherboard. If you are looking for the most high-end motherboard for your AMD system supporting CrossFireX i.e. up to four video cards for your Spider gaming system this is definitely the motherboard you should buy.
If/When AMD releases some highly overclockable Phenoms, there is no doubt that this is the board enthusiasts will run to. In the mean time, I am shocked at how few review sites actually have a Phenom on hand to truly test out these new 790FX motherboards.
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Gigabyte MA790FX-DQ6 Motherboard Review
December 4, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Bit-Tech has just reviewed the Gigabyte MA790FX-DQ6 motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
On the whole the DQ6 is a good board but one that few people will actually want. Most of us will probably prefer the DS5 instead as it looks to be a better compromise of features and price, but I still think both have a few niggles that could put people off.
The BIOS on the DQ6 still needs quite a bit of work which is a problem considering this board was on sale well before the official AMD 790FX launch date. Additionally, we've seen much more intuitive BIOS layouts and finer BIOS adjustments elsewhere. It's not like the board isn't usable though and we know that Gigabyte is working on fixing many of our concerns, but how long until all the features are actually usable together is anyone's guess.
Unless you are truly planning to utilize four PCI-E 2.0 graphics cards, the MA790FX-DS5 is definitely the better purchase. Having said that, for the same price as the DS5, you can buy the Asus M3A32-MVP Deluxe/WiFi-AP, which has four PCI-E 2.0 slots, and simply looks awesome.
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AMD Phenom 9700 Processor Review
December 4, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Guru3D has just reviewed the 2.4Ghz AMD Phenom 9700 quad-core processor.
Lets see what they had to say:
In conclusion, what AMD needs to focus on to address the gamers market is releasing faster clocked Phenom processors. I expect that once they reach 3 GHz, they'll finally have a product that can wind up Intel, but only a little. When the pricing strategy is sharp enough, then and only then will the "Spider" platform be a good success. The Radeon 3850 & 3870 cards, as we recently tested, really offer heaps of bang for bucks, and the AMD 790FX mainboards the versatility you need to get the most out of it.
The Phenom 9700 is temporarily delayed since AMD found an issue with the TLB (Translation Lookaside Buffer), which could cause a system freeze when all four cores are running at 100% load.
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Gigabyte 3D Mercury Water-Cooled Case Review
December 4, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
MadShrimps has just reviewed the Gigabyte 3D Mercury water-cooled case.
Heres what they had to say:
Many positive notes for now, though expect to pay premium price, we found our sample priced at 389. Even considering you'll get a free VGA cooling device, we find it hard to recommend this housing. Great quality, design, compatibility and very user friendly, but the moderate cooling performance begs the question why you would ever need this liquid cooling device instead of using high-end heatpipe heatsinks combined with much lower priced big tower cases. Mixed up feelings, but if you really want to go H20, end-user friendly, this might be just your thing.
This is a decent setup, but its extremely expensive at almost $600. Unless you are completely averse to DIY water-cooling, I would advise that you purchase a case and water-cooling kit seperately.
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Aeneon PC3-10666 2GB DDR3 Memory Review
December 4, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Benchmark Reviews has just tested the Aeneon PC3-10666 2GB DDR3 memory kit.
Heres what they had to say:
In conclusion, the Aeneon PC3-10666 CL8-8-8-15 AXH760UD00-13GA98X DDR3 1333MHz 1.5V 2x1GB RAM kit offers excellent entry-level performance for performance enthusiasts and system builders, and at the same time it opens a few front side bus opportunities that DDR2 never could. Thanks to great overclocking performance and value-strong pricing these modules might just be the key to inspiring the masses to adopt the new standard. The Aeneon AXH760UD00-13G kit is excellent for newcomers to DDR3 who want to build a powerful computer system based on the new standard or simply push their system beyond the manufacturer's intended specifications. Plus, the current market price makes these modules more affordable for hardware enthusiasts.
Since this kit uses Qimonda memory chips, overclocking is nothing to write home about. However, it is quite a bit cheaper than Micron-based DDR3 kits.
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Asus P5N-T Deluxe NF780i SLI First Look
December 4, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Hot Hardware has just taken a sneak peek at the upcoming Asus P5N-T Deluxe NF780i SLI motherboard.
Heres what they had to say:
Our friends at Asus sent over a board that we thought you all might like to drool over a bit. Though this is an early sample and we're expecting a new revision, Asus comes out swinging here with a board that is jam-packed with features and setup with the enthusiast in mind. Notice this is a full retail bundle as well, so things are very close to being ready for prime time.
Judging by how meager the differences are between Intels X38 and X48 chipsets, I think some new competition in the chipset market is quite welcome.
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Saitek Cyborg Rumble Pad Review
December 3, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
DriverHeaven has reviewed the Saitek Cyborg Rumble Pad.
Lets see what they had to say:
The Saitek Cyborg Rumble Pad is a very comfortable and potentially attractive device. It promises to provide the extra precision needed by gamers to get the edge on the competition. Instead, I found it to come up far short of the promises made.
Perhaps updated software and drivers will tweak the Saitek unit to live up to the claims however as it currently stands, it is simply no match for Microsofts Xbox 360 controller. Not recommended.
A surprisingly flawed product from Saitek. Hopefully, they can fix its shortcomings through software updates.
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Ultra m998 Case Review
December 3, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Virtual-Hideout has just reviewed the Ultra m998 mid-tower ATX case.
Heres what they had to say:
Overall, the case looks pretty nice with an installed system. And the chrome motherboard tray is really a nice touch. It offers a definite modified feeling to your system with some excellent features like the Power Strip. And while the actual internal frame may not be the most original, the black chassis is a rare feature that other enclosure companies have yet to offer. A black chassis offers a large number of possibilities if you like to show off your elite gaming machine. Originally, the price of the case made its entry at around $200, but has since come down in price. Tigerdirect has the Ultra m998 Mid Tower Case for $169.99 which is better. If the next revision offers a new style bezel, Ultra could have a huge winner on their hands, especially in the mid-tower market. We'd very much like to thank Ultra for the enclosure and look forward to more great things.
While the m998 wont win any awards for its design, it does have a few highly innovative features, such the outstanding Power Bar. However, I dont think may people will want to spend $170 on a case with a mediocre front bezel.
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Top 20 3DMark06/PCMark05 Movers & Shakers
December 3, 2007 - Joe "OuTkAsT-1" Topolnisky
Welcome to the latest installment of our weekly look at the top 3DMark06 and PCMark05 scores submitted to the online result browser (ORB). This past week was jam-packed with hot new entries in both categories. So let's get down the business, shall we? :D
Making waves in the 3DMark Top 20:
1. 29325 Kinc & crotale Live @ Dreamhack /w Asus & Intel Sweden
3. 28116 elmor | Techsweden Live @ DHW2007
5. 27512 Uni-VictorWang
9. 25771 3D2006 _ CornerJack _ http://www.overclex.net
19. 23949 Pinto
And moving up the PCMark Top 20:
8. 17419 eva2000 - ** Team i4mark - i4memory.com ** QX9650 L739A644 @9x456FSB - 512MB Inno3D 8800GT OC stock hsf @ 742/1836/2052
A new 1st overall and five other chart-climbers? You folks are really pushing the limits this holiday season. Awesome stuff!
Keep up the great work guys and gals! And remember, you can keep track of the top scores throughout the week by visiting our Hall of Fame. Until next time!
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Alphacool OTC Flat 8800 Water Block Review
December 3, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Looking to watercool your GeForce 8800 series? Well Overclock3D has just reviewed the Alphacool OTC Flat 8800 water block.
Heres an excerpt:
Looking at the Alphacool OTC Flat's performance today there are a couple of areas that need further discussion. The decision to run with what is a phenomenally thin water block, has led to a huge amount of flow restriction. So much restriction, in fact, that I cannot recommend the Alphacool OTC Flat for dual graphic card purposes, but merely as a single card alternative. However, the Alphacool OTC Flat facilitated less pressure-drop than the EK water block.The EK FC8800GTS on the other hand still maintained the better flow-rate, and can certainly be utilised in dual-graphics card setups.
While this water block looks amazing, its performance leaves a little to be desired. There isn't exactly a wealth of GeForce 8800 compatible water blocks on the market, but the high-performance offerings from Danger Den and EK are worth a look.
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EVGA GeForce 8800GT 256MB Review
December 3, 2007 - Patrick "MACMAC" MacMillan
Gamepyre has posted a world exclusive review of the EVGA GeForce 8800GT 256MB.
Lets see what they had to say:
Well the verdict is in folks and it seems the eVGA 8800GT will be a big player in the mid level market where cards cost in the $200.00 range. I believe this card will be priced right at $200.00 and that will be a good price point for this card. Games play very well at resolutions up to 1680X1050 and even though the card claims to run at resolutions of up to 2560X1600 via Dual-Link, games would be choppy and almost unplayable at a resolution that high. This is the main area that the 256MB card has limitations, but once again I have to state clearly that the people who have monitors to support those resolutions also have the money to buy a higher end card.
Along with its 512MB brethren, this is the mid-level card that gamers everywhere have been waiting for. In fact, I suspect that the 8800GT 256MB may join the Ti4200 and 6600GT in the Bang-for-the-Buck Hall of Fame.
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