Because it deals with very large numbers, it is a great measure for a processor's integer performance. When comparing these Win Tune 98 scores acquired under Windows NT-4 to the Windows 98 scores below we can clearly see the difference in the processing power of 2 CPU's that are actually working together. Of course, neither 3DMark Max nor Quake II below support dual CPU's, however I'm sure their scores will be of interest to many here, including myself. The memory speed used was 120mhz, same as the P3 500. Also note that the TNT Clock speed of 112mhz and Memory setting of 120mhz were the settings that I found gave the best performance without visual degradation with this particular Viper 550.
Computer is an excellent performer on a number of levels.
Accordingly, this box should be attractive across the spectrum of high-end hardware buyers. When I wasn't busy using the system, Prime 95 and RC5 were running for hours on end. I added numerous updated drivers and files, rebooted between the three OS's many, many times, uploaded, downloaded, copied and deleted multiple files and this system never locked up or crashed without being user or setup related. In short, this box was torture-tested and passed with flying colors. The SuperMicro 750A case is an awesome 300 Watt full tower setup with great flexibility.