Quick Start
Here we'll take you through a simple test run that will give you an overall 3DMark score of your computer and show how to view your score online.
Run Default Benchmark
When you start 3DMark, you get an opening screen:
Click on the Run Default Benchmark Button.
By default, you will be running in 1024 * 768 resolution with 16-bit colors, 16-bit Z-Buffer and triple buffering with the default optimization setting for your computer. If you want to change the Display Settings, see Using 3DMark.
Running the benchmark will take about five minutes, so sit back and enjoy the graphics.
Benchmark Complete
After the tests have been completed, 3DMark displays you Overall 3DMarks. This score is based on the performance of all detail levels of Game Test 1 - Helicopter and Game Test 2 - Adventure.
From the buttons on the side you can:
- Enter a description for your project by clicking 'Edit Description'
- Save your results with 'Save Project' (Hint: Save all of your projects in the same folder to ease further analysis)
- Edit Internet and MadOnion.com Services related 'Settings'.
- 'Show Details' of your benchmark run.
- 'ResultBrowser' launches the separate ResultBrowser (3DMark2000 Pro only).
Comparing Results Online
Click on the 'Online ResultBrowser' to send your benchmark information to MadOnion.com for comparison and analysis. After you enter the requested information, click Open Online ResultBrowser, and 3DMark will launch you to MadOnion.com where you can see further details of your testing.
You've now finished your first benchmark. Now click on the 'Close' button and try different resolutions, color depths and CPU optimization settings!
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