Introduction 3DMark(tm) is a benchmark that focuses on testing 3D performance of modern 3D accelerators in a "real world" environment. As most users will use their 3D accelerator for playing games, so 3DMark focuses on this type of application of the majority of it’s results. The 3DMark product line is a the most comprehensive benchmark platform available for testing future game performance. The input from our BETA program, game developers and users allows us to predict what is going to be important for future game playing. We are delighted to introduce 3DMark 99 Max as the next stage of benchmark evaluation. 3DMark 99 Max pushes forward yet again, the performance barrier and delivers on our promise to update the benchmark every six months. The effect of this is that the performance focus now change from the original 3DMark 99 build 100. More emphasis is placed upon higher polygon scenes and lighting. This change comes just as "real world" games catch up to be more like the original spec of 3DMark. The forward-looking nature of 3DMark 99 Max therefore may now report a different performance order and scoring. Rest assured, 3DMark 99 Max reports only on performance and features and that are important for future 3D in Q3/99 and still offers you the most protection on your investment in 3D hardware. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the most accurate assessment tools. Focusing on Game Performance In order to test the real gameplay situations we're using Remedy Entertainment's proprietary 3D game technology, Max-FX(tm). Using a state of the art engine for performance measurement guarantees that the results are comparable to the gaming world. It also guarantees that you can see something absolutely breath-taking when running the benchmark. Seeing is believing Numbers only tell you so much. A benchmark should be much more than theoretical figures estimating theoretical throughputs. 3DMark(tm) 99 is a testing suite that will push your system's 3D performance to the limits, not just by drawing millions of triangles simultaneously on screen, but by rushing you through the most amazing 3D scenes ever done real-time on PC.

What's New in 3DMark 99 Max? 3DMark is now optimized for multiple CPU types. This lets you compare the differences from a level playground. Batch Run Wizard that lets you automate benchmarking (Pro only) Emboss Bump Map Tests More complex game tests to accurately test future games performance Synthetic CPU 3D Speed Test replaces old CPU Geometry Speed Test to focus on complex 3D geometry of the future and accurately test future CPUs.

Welcome to 3DMark 3DMark tests your system's performance in 3D Game Applications. 3DMark is an excellent tool for home users to see how their system performs and offers professionals the ability to compare how different 3D Accelerators behave on a wide range of computers. After performing the 3DMark tests, you are able to view your results in the Result Browser, and see how your system performs under different conditions, such as changing the screen resolution, color depth and different buffering modes. You will also be able to view the Image Quality of your 3D Rendering. And finally, you can submit your results via the Internet to the 3DMark Web page where you can make comparisons with other users. You will also be able to download example databases for a larger comparison set.

System Requirements

3DMark(tm) 99 MAX requires the following to be able to run: Minimum Requirements to start 3DMark 99 MAX: - Intel Pentium Processor or compatible. Minimum 166MHz - 32MB Memory - Microsoft Windows 95 or 98. - Microsoft DirectX  6.1 - A DirectX 6 compatible 3D accelerator Additional Recommended Requirements for Testing: - 128MB of system memory - Free hard disk space for Image Quality pictures - Windows 95 OSR 2 or newer. 3DMark has been targeted for future application performance evaluation and therefore the recommended system configuration for testing is a 300MHz CPU and a 1998-1999 released 3D accelerator. 3DMark has not been designed to be used with older generation products. Note to Windows NT users: 3DMark 99 will not work at all under Windows NT 4.0, and while there is a possibility that 3DMark would work under Windows 2000 (NT 5.0),  functionality is not guaranteed. There is no support for Windows NT users currently.

3DMark 99 Max (unregistered version) Features One Click Benchmarking - Get a single 3DMark score in less than 5 minutes Awesome Demo- A stunning Demo that is guaranteed to push your system setup to the ultimate limits. Featuring original sound track. Intuitive User Interface - 3DMark is fully tailored for the end users. Online Delivery - Download 3DMark™ 99 Lite from www.3dmark.com and visit the resource center for latest drivers and utilities. Powerful Result Browser - Slice, dice and compare with clinically accurate Result Browser that will make statistic easier than ever. Extensive Quality Testing with Reference Pictures - Use the comprehensive Quality Tests to unveil the true capacities of the card. Never before has comparing image quality been this easy. System Diagnostics and information - System Info will analyze and display everything in your system starting from the driver installation dates and ending to memory. Global Testing Environment - Compare Your results over the Internet to see how you fare against the fastest computers on the Planet!  3DMark 99 Max (Professional) Features All functionalities of 3DMark 99 Max and: Additional Tests - Choose from ten different additional tests to further analyze the nuances of your hardware. Test Selection and Templates - Save your portfolio of tests to be run into useful templates.  Batch Run Wizard - Run all resolutions, color depths with a few clicks and go grab a coffee. When 3DMark finishes, change the display adapter and just let the program work for you again All available High Resolutions Modes - Blast away with all available resolutions up to 1600x1200. Increased Color Options - Don't settle for less, see the difference between 16-bit and True 32-bit colors. Advanced Display Settings - Free yourself to run on all advanced display setting including z-buffer and frame buffers. 3DMark Pro can be purchased on-line from http://www.3dmark.com