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Another 3DMark06 query

Wang Computer

Wang Computer

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I was just wondering, is this a particularly decent score given my current specs?

I've just installed Windows XP again (having used Vista 32-bit for the previous week), yet this score is slightly lower than I anticipated. Do you think my expectations are misguided?

I have the latest chipset and GFX drivers installed, of course. However, I was wondering whether my circa 2004 Tagan 480W PSU is up to task of powering the system and whether it might have a detrimental effect on performance (it doesn't have a native PCIe power connector, for example (and XFX warns against that!!)). Also, perhaps a botched XP install in some way could be responsible... Am I being paranoid?

Also, CS:S tends to run pretty poorly when there's a lot of action on screen (1680x1050, 4xAA, 4xAF)... Not something I expected considering the age of the game.

I want to investigate this before I give any time to overclocking... Appreciate any help given.

Core2Duo E6400 (@stock)
2GB Geil PC6400C4
XFX 8800 GTS (@stock)
EVGA 680i

3DMark06: 7810
 
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Does seem a bit low as I get around 7500 with my 6400 and X1900XT! You doing it with low quality settings?

Edit: Just seen that your CPU is at stock.. If you overclock it you will see a massive boost in your score. My CPU score with my 6400 overclocked is over 1000 more than yours is! Its probably about right for a non overclocked CPU..
 
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