Is this normal? 3D Benchmark question.

[sadb0i]

System specs.

os: XP pro
1.4 amd tbird
ecs k7s5a
chaintech geforce4 440 mx sdr 64MB
512 crucial 2x256
2x20 gb 7200 maxtor


my 3dmark 2001 SE scores around 2400, im seeing over the net this vid card scores around 4k-5k.
set: 1024x728 32, 85hz

fresh install of XP PRO
drivers are from nvidia, downloaded from their site.
Version: 40.72
File Size: 12.3 MB
Release Date: November 11, 2002
WHQL Certified


any ideas on what's happenning or is my card just booty?

thanks for any comments.

 

[CraigRT]

hm, that's definitely a bit low.
is your 2x256 pc133 or DDR?

 

[sadb0i]

ram is ddr pc2100


this is the card i got from newegg:

VGA CHAINTECH GEFORCE4 MX440 64MB VGA & TV-OUT. RETAIL BOX
Specifications:
GPU:NVIDIA® GeForce4? MX440
MEM:64MB SDR RAM, 128bits
Memory Core 400MHz
processor Core: 270MHz
Res: (1024x768RCA & S Video W/ Cable).
1 Years manufacture Warranty.
Retail box (
Part# A-G445 Model#: A-G445 Special Free FedEx Saver Shipping
- Product Link - Chipset Info -See It! (image count 4 ) -Price Alert (N82E16814145025) Return
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[Yomicron]

MEM:64MB SDR RAM, 128bits
Memory Core 400MHz

if the memory clock is 400MHz, then its DDR.

Make sure you have the latest chipset drivers and insure you have enabled DMA.

 

[fkloster]

1) Via 4 n 1 drivers? or WinXP chipset drivers?
2) 3dmark patched? or not patched?
3) running benchmark @ default settings?

your score actually looks very much in line to me for that cpu and video card. mx cards are very much casterated.

 

[Davegod]

try running PC Mark 2001se, check if other parts are bing slow or just very badly performing gfx card.

I got about 6500 (itself a bit low i think) with my rig (see sig), which is vaguely similar to yours except a GF3ti200, xp1600+ and faster HDD (dets are 30.82's btw).

>250% your score isnt even nearly explained by a touch faster cpu & HDD, I'd be surprised if even the weaker card should make up most of the difference.

 

[sadb0i]

Originally posted by: tdas2
1. Did you install the SIS IDE and AGP drivers? Boosted my GeForce 4 3dmarks by 1000.

2. Under Performance and Quality tab, on nVidia panel, is texture sharpening enabled? If so disable, as this half's the effective fill rate = slow fps.
Also leaving nView active cloning the monitor to TV when resolutions arent the same would have a similar impact.

3. DDR Memory for the SIS735 platform didnt make a significant effect , around 10-15%. I dont think thats the case. Having said that , there is an instant 10 - 15% performance gain from setting the memory timing to "ultra". Tried it?

i will try some of that out and come back with updates. thanks.

 

[sadb0i]

Originally posted by: Davegod
try running PC Mark 2001se, check if other parts are bing slow or just very badly performing gfx card.

I got about 6500 (itself a bit low i think) with my rig (see sig), which is vaguely similar to yours except a GF3ti200, xp1600+ and faster HDD (dets are 30.82's btw).

>250% your score isnt even nearly explained by a touch faster cpu & HDD, I'd be surprised if even the weaker card should make up most of the difference.

let me try the 30.82 dets. see how that goes as well.

 

[sadb0i]

Originally posted by: fkloster
1) Via 4 n 1 drivers? or WinXP chipset drivers?
2) 3dmark patched? or not patched?
3) running benchmark @ default settings?

your score actually looks very much in line to me for that cpu and video card. mx cards are very much casterated.

1. sis chipset..no 4 in 1's win xp chipset drivers? explain..thanks
2. patched? i just downloaded the benchmark from madonion and installed
3. ran benchmark demo, default settings 1024x728 32 85hz

as i have said. the scores around review sites are easily doing 4k. i think i've got something else causing the problem here.



NOTE: i do also have a 300W AMD approved power supply. I know how picky this board is about PS's.

 

[sadb0i]

Originally posted by: Yomicron

MEM:64MB SDR RAM, 128bits
Memory Core 400MHz

if the memory clock is 400MHz, then its DDR.

Make sure you have the latest chipset drivers and insure you have enabled DMA.

DMA enabled on the HD?

from what i know the sis 735 doesnt have drivers like the VIA 4 in 1's.

Someone correct me if im wrong.