Whether
you're browsing the Internet or running the most popular personal or
business computing applications, the new VIA Cyrix® III processor
delivers the reliability and performance you need at a compelling value.
Featuring
a highly efficient Dynamic Power Caching Architecture, the VIA Cyrix®III
processor provides the optimum balance of performance and low power
consumption for Information PCs, notebooks and Information Appliances,
while retaining the flexibility and upgradability afforded by full
plug-in compatibility with the Socket 370 interface.
Running
at speeds of 500MHz to 700MHz, the VIA Cyrix®III processor is primed
to optimize your Internet computing experience with enhanced features
such as a 128KB full-speed Level 1 cache and a 100/133MHz Front Side
Bus. Multimedia performance is further boosted by the processor's
support for 3DNow!®and MMX®technology, allowing you to run the
latest educational and entertainment applications in a rich graphical
environment.
The
VIA Cyrix®III processor was designed by VIA's Centaur Technology
Team located in Austin Texas, and is built using a state-of-the-art 0.18
micron fabrication process, which maximizes processor core speeds while
minimizing power consumption to an average of less than 10 watts. Fully
compatible with industry-standard Socket 370 motherboards from the
world's leading mainboard vendors, the new VIA Cyrix® III processor
also runs a complete range of Microsoft®Windows®and other
popular x86 operating systems and software programs, as well as all the
latest Internet applications and plug-ins.
Combining
dependable performance with exceptionally low power consumption at an
affordable price, the VIA Cyrix®III processor delivers compelling
value for your Internet and personal computing needs -based on proven
quality and technology that you can rely on.
Processor
Features and Benefits |
Features |
Benefit |
Clock
Speeds of 500MHz-700MHz and beyond |
Dependable
performance for the Internet and all the latest business,
personal productivity, educational, and entertainment
applications. |
66/100/133MHz
Front Side Bus |
Ensures
faster access to system memory and data, thereby boosting
performance. |
128Kb
L1 Cache |
Further
enhances performance by delivering quick access to most often
used data. |
Socket
370 pinout on P6 bus interface |
Plug-in
compatible with a complete range of Socket 370 motherboards. |
3DNow!™
and MMX™ Technology |
Advanced
multimedia capabilities for 3D graphics and video applications. |
Low
Power Dissipation |
Saves
energy and reduces heat dissipation to provide an ideal solution
for fanless, noise-free, always-on Information PC, notebook, and
Information Appliance designs. |
Advanced
0.18 micron manufacturing process |
Maximizes
processor core speeds while minimizing power consumption. |
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