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CHIPGEEK SOFTWARE
This is a list of the essential software from around the web, that you've just
got to have if you are overclocking, or need to know more about your processor.
So far it's all Windows, but if there are other OS's out there with good CPU
software, let us know.
Got something to add? We're looking for software that relates to microprocessors,
overclocking, and motherboards: contact us
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Wafer
Any true ChipGeek will want to check out the latest version of Rick Hodgin's Wafer program. It gives a graphical display of the differences between 200mm (8 inch) and 300mm (12 inch) wafers, and allows you to see just how many die candidates of various size chips fit on them. For example - how many .18 micron P4 chips fit on a 200mm wafer? How many on a 300mm wafer? The graphics are shown side by side.
Wafer page - go here to download and for details
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HINTand AHINT Benchmark
- added May 22, 2001
Short for Hierarchical INTegration, this benchmark is a tool for measuring your
computer's computational power across all memory sizes, up to the limit. HINT
is a superset of several other benchmarks. It is useful for comparing different
computer platforms where comparison is otherwise difficult. AHINT adds the ability
to predict performance of systems with specific speeds, cache sizes, etc.
Download Size: 1.41MB - Free 30 day eval with registration, $30 for 1 year
site license, $250 for AHINT 1 computer license
Pentium
FPU fix
- added May 22, 2001
Here's an oldy but goody. It's more of a curiosity than anything, but you can
use it to tell if you have a Pentium with a bad FPU affected by the infamous
FPU bug and allows you to disable the FPU if you are worried about math errors.
Download Size: 14KB - Free to try
Artifact
Tester
- added May 7, 2001
Test your video card for artifacts in Windows with this handly little program.
If you overclock your video card, here's a way to see if it's reached its limit.
Download Size: 37KB - Free
ScienceMark
- added April 24, 2001
This benchmark tests machine performance while solving scientific problems.
Download Size: 1.47MB - Free
SysMark2001 - Bapco
- added April 24, 2001
This is a popular benchmark utility, and even though it's not freely downloadable,
we thought we'd list the link and price. SysMark 2001 works by running numerous
popular applications on your system and seeing how long it takes to run certain
tasks involving those applications. If you don't own the applications, it will
install versions capable of producing test results.
Download Size: N/A - $199.95
WebMark2001
- added April 24, 2001
Again, even though not freely downloadable, WebMark2001 is used by many large
publications to review products. It works by running various popular Web applications
on a Windows based PC and doing a set of tasks with them that utilize various
Internet protocols.
Download Size: N/A - $299.95
3DMark2001
- added April 24, 2001
This is a benchmark that runs various 3D tests on your machine and lets you
compare performance to other machines if you decide to buy the Pro version.
It uses DirectX 8.
Download Size: 40MB - Free, US$39.95 for Pro version with ResultBrowser
MemTach
- added March 20, 2001
This is a memory benchmark suite from CPUReview which tests memory speed using
several different synthetic tests.
Download Size: 233KB - Free for non-commercial use
Benchmark Studio
- added January 29, 2001
A third party benchmark suite that attempts to use "real-world" conditions
under Windows 2000.
Download Size: 5.65MB - Free beta - requires registration
BogoMIPS
- added October 23, 2000
Count the amount of times in millions your computer can do nothing
Download Size: part of Linux (printed at boot-up)
Stream
- added October 4, 2000
Benchmark your memory under Windows or Linux
Download Size: 48K - Freeware
Memtest86
- added October 4, 2000
Check your memory for errors under Windows and Linux
Download Size: 35K - Freeware
DocMemory
- added October 4, 2000
Check your memory for errors
Download Size: 200K - Free for "limited time"
Spec CPU2000 or ViewPerf
- added October 4, 2000
Benchmark your system with these popular benchmarks
Download Size: None, you must pay for these. Ordering info here
TestCPU - added June
14, 2000
Here's a CPU identification utility that will give WCPUID a run for its money
Download Size: 583K - Freeware
AMD K6-III cache
util
This utility allows for better performance of VGA graphics if and only if you
have an AMD K6-III processor on hand. Handy for those old DOS games, perhaps.
Download Size: 3.6K
Prime95
Chip sites talk about this all the time. Have your computer try to find the
next prime number. Sure, it won't find it, but it gives the system a good workout.
Run this for several hours if you are overclocking and see if your system crashes.
If not, you should be safe in most conditions.
Download Size: 379K
Intel
Processor Frequency ID Utility
Get information on your Pentium III or Pentium III Xeon, especially useful for
checking processors you buy to see if they are remarked or check motherboard
/ processor combos to see if they are overclocked.
Download Size: 1MB
PowerLeap CPU Control Panel
Check out your CPU info - like what CPU you have installed, and make some alterations
for AMD and Cyrix CPU's to speed things up.
Download Size: 775K
Scisoft Sandra
This is a Windows hardware diagnostic and benchmarking tool. Lots of good processor
information, AGP bus speed, and a whole lot more.
Download Size: 2.2MB
CPUIdle
Keep your processor up to 10 degrees C cooler by idling it even while doing
work.
Download Size: 1MB
RawPower
By the maker of CPUIdle. Lets you utilize all additional optimizations in your
CPU.
Download Size: 1.2MB
PowerStrip
Complete control of your video card, including overclocking.
Download Size: 661K
WCPUID
(link inside frame)
Want to identify your CPU - or check the MHz you're running at on a foreign
system? This is a great, small program if your friends like to bring funny equipment
to you and ask you what it is, or if you just like to see the MHz value you're
running at. Without opening up the machine, or installing any expensive packages,
you'll know what you've got very quickly.
Link to author's page.
Download Size: 66K
Motherboard
Monitor
Got a new motherboard, and you're not happy with the temperature monitor software
that comes with it? You'll want to check ou this program. It does have a MHz
meter as well as robust temperature monitoring of up to three temperatures at
once, and they can sit in your system tray!
Download Size: 1385K
SoftFSB
(inside frame)
This sofware allows you to change your Front Side Bus speed on certain motherboards,
without rebooting! Just dial in your speed, and watch Windows crash or run faster.
Link to author's page.
Newest version: 1.7 Download Size: 104K
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