CPU Scaling Analysis, Part 2: Intel Pentium III Scaling and Upgrading

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SPECviewperf 6.1.2: Advanced Visualizer

The Visualizer is not able to get much out of high processor speeds. The real differences result from the use of those three graphics boards. The GeForce 2 Ultra is definitely a better investment than a Pentium III 933 plus any of the slower graphics cards.

Lightscape demands strong performance from both the CPU and the graphics card. Still a fast graphics card is more valuable than the fastest processor.

Patrick Schmid
Patrick Schmid
Editor-in-Chief (2005-2006)

Patrick Schmid was the editor-in-chief for Tom's Hardware from 2005 to 2006. He wrote numerous articles on a wide range of hardware topics, including storage, CPUs, and system builds.