Faster, more-powerful graphics cards can render images faster than others.
Computer Graphics Processing Units, also called GPUs and Graphics Cards, can be tested to compare performance against each other. The testing process is referred to as "benchmarking." There are hundreds of benchmarking programs available --- just because a GPU performs better than another on one benchmark it does not mean the results will be the same for a different benchmark. Benchmarks are often used in GPU reviews and by people who modify or "overclock" their GPUs. The following programs provide simple introductory GPU benchmarking tests.
Instructions
Test a Graphics Processor with FurMark
1. Download the newest version of FurMark from the oZone3D website.
2. Open the FurMark installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch the FurMark program from the Windows Start Menu.
4. Click the "Benchmark Preset 720" option to start the test.
5. Allow the program to finish the minute-long test.
6. A new window will pop up, giving your GPU a score in red text. You can compare this score with other GPU cards by clicking on the "Compare Your Score" icon.
7. Repeat from step 4 choosing "Benchmark Preset: 1080" or "Benchmark (no preset)" if you want to run additional tests.
Test a Graphics Processor with ATITool
8. Download the newest version of ATITool from the TechPowerUp website.
9. Open the ATITool installer and follow the on-screen instructions. Do not install the "Driver" if the program asks you.
10. Launch the ATITool program from the Windows Start Menu.
11. Click on the "Show 3D View" button.
12. Wait for the number before "AVG" to stabilize and record it. This is your GPU's score on the test.
Test a Graphics Processor with rthdribl
13. Download the newest version of the rthdribl program from the DaioNet website.
14. Open the rthidribl archive file by double-clicking on it.
15. Double-click on the rthdribl.exe file.
16. Watch the FPS field and record the highest number you see. The highest FPS is your GPU's score on the test.
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