CPU Tests
CPU tests now, we're simply looking to see how XP3200+ in the AN7 can keep pace with the other CPUs on test.LAME MP3 encoding now, using the 3.92MMX version of the encoder to run through the 44kHz, 16-bit .wav source of U2's Pop album, encoding to 192kbps CBR MP3.
Only a second difference compared to the Model 3200+ Athlon 64 in the ASUS K8V, LAME confirms both that it's reliant on a fast SIMD unit to process data and that it doesn't discriminate against L2 cache size. Both fall behind the P4 for obvious reasons and AN7 is no slower than other recent Socket A entrants using the same processor.
Kribibench is a software only 3D renderer, making no use of the 3D capabilities of modern graphics cards. A good CPU test therefore.
A nice example where the P4 is allowed to stretch its legs and again, the AN7 is no slower than its Socket A peers. Of course, it's no faster either, but that's no bad thing.
Realstorm shows much the same result as Kribi when comparing the two AMD systems, architectural differences allow the Athlon 64 to pull ahead of the Athlon XP slightly. The P4 takes a back seat, unable to put to good use its own advantages.