Benchmarks: 3XS ST15 on Windows
As a Windows machine, benchmark performance falls right in line with expectations. Intel's Core i5-6600 CPU is a capable quad-core chip that hits 3.9GHz, but it's the factory-overclocked EVGA GeForce GTX 970 that gives the 3XS ST15 its gaming chops.
Gaming Performance (Average FPS) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game | Quality Settings | FHD (1,920x1,080) |
QHD (2,560x1,440) |
UHD (3,840x2,160) |
| Alien: Isolation | SMAA-T2x, Maximum Quality | 138.8 |
90.6 |
48.1 |
| Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor | Ultra Quality Preset | 79.8 |
56.4 |
31.9 |
| Total War: Rome II | Ultra Quality Preset | 114.0 |
71.8 |
35.7 |
The GPU is a prime choice for a sub-£1,000 system and delivers solid in-game performance. 1080p is a piece of cake and in modern titles the 3XS ST15 is happy to dish out smooth gameplay at a demanding 2,560x1,440 resolution. 4K is a step too far, mind.
