PerformanceTest 6.1.1010

PerformanceTest permit you to objectively benchmark a PC using a assortment of different tests then compare the results to other PCs. Twenty seven individual tests are available in six test suites (CPU, 2D graphics, Hard Disk, Memory access, DirectX 3D graphics and CD/DVD). In addition, there are 6 summary results plus an overall PassMark Rating result. The benchmark results are presented as easy to read bar charts so that you can see at a glance the relative achievement of your system without having to deal with lots of numbers. The tests are timed using high resolution timers, which are accurate to approx. 1 millionth of a second on most PCs. A major advantage is the built-in baseline results that enable PC systems to be compared. These baseline results can be used to determine how fast your PC is in comparison with other PC systems. The shareware version of PerformanceTest contains the baseline results from eight different PC systems. After the software is purchased the user can access PassMarks database of baseline results where a lot of other benchmark results can be downloaded. The five advanced testing Windows allow experienced users to produce their own test scenarios and conduct an in-depth analysis of their hardwares behavior. Each advanced testing window permit the user to select from a number of parameters and when appropriate graph the results, export the results and measure the CPU load. By adjusting the input parameters it is possible to measure the optional achievement under a assortment of different scenarios. Advanced tests include network and memory bandwidth. The tool includes the following additional pluses. Online help, hard copy print outs, baseline result creation, data export to HTML and GIF, Calculation of an overall PassMark Rating & the display of system information.