Benchmark for the computer: what is it?

Many people have heard such a notion as a benchmark for a computer. What it is? This word is called testing of computer equipment. And it can be carried out as a complex, and for individual subsystems. Next, we will consider the programs necessary to conduct a benchmark test of the computer.

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In some situations, the evaluation of the performance of the technology provided by the built-in facilities is insufficient. You need to use professional tools in order to implement a high-quality benchmark for your computer. Such tools more accurately assess the performance of computer hardware and give you more information about the system.

Despite the fact that the utility of utilities is similar, they differ in their implementation, ease of use, a set of diagnostic functions. There are highly specialized programs that are needed for detailed testing of only one subsystem of the computer. There are also those that allow for a comprehensive test.

Integrated performance assessment software

Full testing of the computer can be done with the help of professional program AIDA64. It provides the user with all information about the system. Modern versions of the utility are developed by the Hungarian company. The product is released on a paid basis, but there are versions that are issued for a month free of charge. To receive them, you need to fill out a special form on the official website and get a key and a download link. The utility also exists for mobile devices.

AIDA64 makes it possible to conduct a benchmark for a computer in Russian. A detailed scan report can be saved in different formats. The test results contain data about the hardware, software (OS, drivers, installed software). You can view all running processes and collect information from remote computers over the network. The interface is very simple. Even the most inexperienced user can understand it.

Program for testing the hard disk of PC3000

The performance of the computer depends largely on the performance of the drive. Its testing can be performed using the free utility PC3000DiskAnalyzer. It supports all popular media, including flash cards.

Installing the program is not required. Just run it. A window opens, where you will be prompted to select the type of disk to check. Then the main utility window opens.

There are different testing options: reading, writing, verification, test cache. The first two options are completely safe, and the rest can lead to data loss. Verification mode allows you to test the speed of the disk, find the broken sectors. The result is displayed as a convenient diagram.

Program for testing RAM

The utility named MemTest performs a RAM test. There are two versions for different architectures. They are written by different developers, but the idea is one: compare the read and write data. This is done in a couple of passes. Testing is performed from the lower order to the senior, and then vice versa.

The program does not require an operating system, since it has its own bootloader. It is easy to use, and its speed is high. MemTest is able to detect deviations in the operation of the computer and helps to debug the system after changes that are associated with overclocking or replacement. You can download it from the official website.

Testing the monitor

For this purpose, there is a well-known set of tests from Nokia. They make it possible to check and adjust:

• No distortions of geometric type.
• Degree of focusing.
• Contrast, brightness and saturation of the image.
• Defective pixels.

The utility contains reference information and is completely free. Available on the official website.

Program for testing a video card

There is a utility FurMark, which is needed to test the video adapter. It helps to determine whether the workpiece is stable after work and how efficiently it cools. A distinctive feature of the program is the stress test function, which provides the maximum load on the adapter. The utility is free, compact and fast. All models of video cards are supported.

Program for testing graphics

3DMark is known to many people. It was developed by a Finnish company and is focused on testing graphics performance and complex PC evaluation when playing games. The main purpose is to check the stability and capabilities of the video card. Supports all versions of the Windows operating system. The latest versions can also test the processor. In fact, this is a computer game that the user can not control.

Tests are divided into two groups. The first one is the same game that uses its engine. Here, the frames per second and their frequency are measured. The second group is based on calculations and evaluates GPU units performing specific operations.

Results

You can test the computer in many ways. Some users of mobile devices are looking for the popular "Antutu", a benchmark for the computer. But the PC version does not exist. It is better to determine the purpose of testing and use one or more of the above programs.