Uploaded July 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The Nvidia GeForce4 MX misled many gamers, when it was actually based on GeForce2 technology and slower than GeForce3. But what about retro gaming with Windows 98?

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0:00 Introduction
1:06 GeForce4 MX is based on GeForce2
2:04 Avoid 420 and SE
2:24 Look for 128 Bit
2:43 460 is best
2:56 Asus MX 460
3:39 Retro PC parts
4:56 Software and settings
5:49 Benchmarks
6:33 Tachyon: The Fringe
8:56 Max Payne
10:35 Screamer 4x4
11:24 Total Annihilation
12:14 Summary and thoughts