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Komodo Dragon 3.2

Neural Network Chess Evaluation

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KOMODO DRAGON 3.2

NEURAL NETWORK CHESS EVALUATION

Greatly improved Komodo Dragon 3.2 Engine

The new Komodo Dragon 3.2 engine has gained about 20 Elo points over version 3.0 and more than 100 Elo points over version 2.0 when using a processor core in blitz. That's a huge improvement for a program that already reached at an Elo level of over 3500! The gain is even greater (120 to 130 Elo points) for unbalanced openings, e.g. rare variations or gambits. On multiple cores or longer time controls the Elo gain can be somewhat smaller, due to the higher draw range.

Better playing strength = faster analysis

The absolute gain in playing strength also offers real practical advantages: Komodo Dragon 3.2 takes only about a quarter of the time to play or analyze at the same level as Dragon 2! Or it plays better chess in the same time on a single core than its predecessor did on four cores. The large Elo increase is due to a new net structure for NNUE with a corresponding new net, as well as various optimizations and improvements in the search.

One for all: Playing strength freely selectable between Elo 1 and 3500

The previous playing level scheme model has been replaced in Komodo Dragon 3.2 with arbitrarily adjustable Elo strength settings from 1 to a maximum of 3500. The Elo values refer to human play in rapid chess and are can be used to ensure balanced games. With reduced playing strength the engine makes the kind of mistakes that are to be expected from humans with rating level that is set. The Elo settings of Komodo Dragon 3.2 have been tested and tuned against many human players, of various playing strengths. It was optimized in the GM level in many rapid chess games against GM Alex Lenderman, who is part of the Komodo development team.

Includes current Fritz 18 program interface and six months ChessBase Premium Account
ISBN
9783866818989
Publication Date
May 9, 2023, 12:00 am
Hardware Requirements
Windows
System Requirements
Minimum: PPC Core i3 or i5 / AMD FX or Ryzen 3, 2 GB RAM, Windows 8/8.1 64Bit, DirectX9, graphics card with 256 MB RAM, DVD-ROM drive, Windows Media Player 11 and Internet access.
No. of Computer Installs
Up to 3 Computers
Manufacturer
ChessBase

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    turkeyboy
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    More Flamboyant Design, Brings Variety

    The Knight Templar Series Plastic Chess Pieces - 3.75" King

    The forms of these chess pieces are a nice alternative to more classic shapes. The plastic is glossy, too. I generally prefer the satiny surface found on many House of Staunton plastic chess pieces, however, a different option is appreciated. These pieces are VERY compact for USCF tournament play, but still may suffice. Whether or not they are big enough depends on how the squares are considered, 2in or 50mm minimum (it is that close) and if the basepad is included in the king’s height. This set’s niche is that it is a very compact set for USCF over-the-board play, thus being easier to carry, pack, ship, and store.

    I measure all of my chess sets. The manufacturing variances from House of Staunton for plastic chess sets are generally quite consistent for shape dimensions and fairly consistent for weight. Here are my measurements for this chess set (tolerances +/- .25mm and +/- .5 grams):

    -King Base Diameter: 37.5mm

    -King Height (not including basepad): 95.5mm

    -Weight of Whole Set (including extra queens, if applicable): 889g

    -Does the Set Include Extra Queens?: Yes

    -Board Square Size for King Base 75% to 80% of Square: 1-7/8in (50mm good too, not 2in)

    -USCF Tournament Suitable: Borderline. I would say yes

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    N. F.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Nice Pieces for the Price

    These pieces are a little small but they are adequately weighted. The plastic is a little shiny. I like the matte plastic of the other HoS plastic pieces better. That said, the shapes of these pieces are very beautiful. I love the design. I think HoS should make a 4 inch King version with the less shiny plastic. I love this set.

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  • RY
    Robert Y.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2 years ago
    Recommend Plastic Set

    The Knight Templar Series Plastic Chess Pieces - 3.75" King is a very good beginners set. Like that these pieces are glossy. Another solid feature is that the white pieces are a cream / light natural off white instead of a pure bright white. Only con I find is that the pieces feel more double weighted and not triple as mentioned in description. Pieces arrived in nice condition, not scuffed or chipped. Made of good solid plastic with a firm feel to them. Set also came with a small cardboard box that you can keep for storing them in. Over all good set to have for starters and images shown on the web page are true to what you are getting. Be great if this set were offered in a dark red and ivory with the same gloss appearance.

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