Powerleap PL ProMMX K6-2 333

Conclusion

Unlike the Winchip 2 3D from IDT, the PL-ProMMX kits from Powerleap are available with up to 400MHz K6-2 processors. Future kits may include the K6-3 running at even higher clock speeds. While the Winchip 2 3D is significantly less expensive, it simply is not available in the clock speeds that the K6-2 is. Thus, the Winchip 2 3D may function as a quick and dirty upgrade, but for some real horse power, pick the PL-ProMMX.

So who should purchase the Powerleap PL-ProMMX? The cost of the adapter board and CPU direct from Powerleap is not significantly different from purchasing a new CPU and motherboard. A new motherboard would also bring the benefits of the 100MHz bus, AGP, and, in some cases, SDRAM, UltraATA, and USB.

For others, buying a new motherboard and CPU is not a cost effective option since the old case, RAM, and sometimes onboard motherboard features cannot be transferred to a new board. Those with more proprietary systems from IBM, Compaq, HP, and others also have few upgrade options without scrapping the whole system. For these people, the Powerleap PL-ProMMX is an excellent solution that will bring just about any Socket 7 system up to speed with minimal installation hassle.