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DirectX 9
3DMark 2005
3DMark05 from Futuremark.
3DMark 2005 is the latest graphics benchmark from Futuremark. Since all features available in DirectX 9 are once again exhausted, the graphic scenarios displayed by the program are among the finest possible on standard, store-bought computers. The sheer abundance of visual detail means that 3DMark 2005 is especially suited as a graphics benchmark. In contrast, the CPU test has waned in importance in recent years.
Software: | 3DMark 2005 (Futuremark) |
Version: | 1.2.0 |
Installed size: | 590 M |
Benchmark duration: | 10-15 minutes |
Installation
Patch 1.2 should be loaded after the program is installed.
Settings
We don't alter the standard settings.
Benchmarking
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The benchmark suite can be started by clicking on 'Run 3DMark'.

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.