Kiss My Dual PCI-E, Frag-monkey!Users using the new Alienware X2 Fab.B motherboard can expect to get a 77% performance boost by using two NV45 cards in tandem. " The firm tested two NV45s versus one and the two cards worked in parallel mode, something the firm has patented. At 1600x1200 8X Anisotropic and 8X FSAA in 3dmark 03 it claims to have got this marvel seventy seven per cent boost in the overall score - from 1758 with single card to 3105 marks with two NV45s. In a second game the two cards were 100 per cent faster than a single card and Mother Nature gained from 16.12 to 32.16 while fill rate single and multi texturing rate were hundred percent faster. With 8X Anisotropic and no FSAA it's claimed you will get a forty two per cent increase from 5992 to 8532 marks. " Read More| DISCLAIMER: The content provided in this article is not warranted or guaranteed by Developer Shed, Inc. The content provided is intended for entertainment and/or educational purposes in order to introduce to the reader key ideas, concepts, and/or product reviews. As such it is incumbent upon the reader to employ real-world tactics for security and implementation of best practices. We are not liable for any negative consequences that may result from implementing any information covered in our articles or tutorials. If this is a hardware review, it is not recommended to open and/or modify your hardware. |
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