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17125 2001-08-17 09:41:00 I've tried to check out Cyrix's webpage to find out more info about this particular processor but the page is unavailable. So can anyone who is currently using this processor give me their opinion/assessment about it.

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17126 2001-08-17 10:56:00 Hi there,

I hope the following helps:-

VIA Introduces new 700MHz VIA Cyrix? III Processor
Provides compelling solution for Value PC systems

Taipei, Taiwan, January 12, 2001 --VIA Technologies, Inc today announced the launch of the 700MHz VIA Cyrix? III, a new high speed processor that enhances the performance capabilities of value PC systems.

'The new 700MHz VIA Cyrix? III processor is available in volume today,' commented Richard Brown, Director of Marketing for VIA Technologies, Inc. 'It provides a compelling solution for powering affordable value PC systems that deliver robust performance for mainstream productivity and Internet applications.'

Fully compatible with industry standard socket 370, the VIA Cyrix III processor comes with 128KB Level 1 cache, 100/133MHz Front Side Bus, and MMX? and 3DNow! support to deliver all the performance necessary for applications typically employed by value PC users, including browsing the Internet and mainstream business and personal productivity suites. The processor is built using an advanced 0.18 micron manufacturing process and has the industry's smallest die size of 75mm2, ensuring exceptionally low power consumption and heat dissipation.

Pricing and Availability VIA Cyrix? III processors are available in volume from the company's authorized distribution partners at speeds of 500, 533, 550, 600, 650, 667, and 700MHz. The VIA Cyrix? III 700MHz processor is priced at US$62 in 1,000-unit quantities.
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