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CPU Benchmark
The CPU benchmark runs varied computational workloads to produce separate multi-core and single-threaded scores that reflect overall processor capability.
- Integer, floating-point, SIMD, hash, and compression workloads
- Multi-threaded and single-threaded scores reported separately
CPU Benchmark
The CPU benchmark runs varied computational workloads to produce separate multi-core and single-threaded scores that reflect overall processor capability.
- Integer, floating-point, SIMD, hash, and compression workloads
- Multi-threaded and single-threaded scores reported separately
CPU benchmark test
The CPU test runs single-core and multi-core workloads with varying memory access patterns that reflect how modern software uses your processor.
- Five workload types: SIMD, scalar float & integer, compression, hashing
- Weighted scoring for overall performance comparison across CPUs
- View the CPU topology to infer how work is allocated for power efficiency and how multi-core work will scale
GPU benchmark test
The GPU test covers 3D rendering, GPGPU compute, and VRAM throughput using platform-native APIs.
- 3D rendering test reflects performance of modern engines, assets, and shaders
- GPU compute measures peak parallel calculation throughput
- VRAM throughput test measures bandwidth on-device and from host- dto-device
- Frame timing analysis identifies potential CPU-GPU bottlenecks
Storage benchmark test
The storage test measures both sequential throughput (large file operations) and random I/O (everyday responsiveness).
- Sequential read/write reveals large file transfer performance
- Random read/write shows how responsive your system feels in typical use
- Test any drive by changing the test path in settings
- SMART health data included in the storage test report
- Detects storage technology for apples-to-apples comparisons (NVMe Gen 3/4/5, SATA SSD, and HDD)
Memory benchmark test
The memory test measures both how quickly data moves between your CPU and RAM (bandwidth) and how long the processor waits for data at every level of the cache hierarchy (latency). Together, these metrics reveal whether your memory configuration is performing at its potential.
- Transfer test measures sustained read/write bandwidth in GB/s
- Latency profiling from L1 cache through main memory
- Reports whether XMP or EXPO is enabled so you know if memory is running at its rated speed
NPU benchmark test
Neural Processing Units are dedicated silicon for machine learning inference, generally designed for power-efficiency. The NPU benchmark measures throughput and latency so you can see how your hardware handles on-device AI/ML workloads.
- TOPS throughput and inference latency measurement with realistic ML models
- Supports AMD, Apple, Intel, and Qualcomm NPUs
- No penalty for systems without an NPU.
Understand what your benchmark scores mean
Novabench Explain brings together your test results, comparison data, and general performance intelligence to summarize what your scores mean in plain language and suggest actionable next steps for improvement.
- Summarizes each area of your results in plain language
- Identifies performance anomalies and potential issues
- Provides actionable next steps to improve or maintain performance
Put your benchmark results in context
Integrated comparison reports show where your system stands against millions of validated results. Percentile rankings, hardware-specific comparisons, and anomaly detection help you understand exactly what your scores mean.
- Compare against specific hardware configurations
- See if your temperature or clock speeds are outside the norm
- Spot potential memory optimizations and storage health issues
- Cross-platform scores across Windows, macOS, and Linux
Frequently Asked Questions
Novabench benchmarks the five core components of your system: CPU (multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads), GPU (3D rendering, compute, and VRAM throughput), memory (bandwidth and latency), storage (sequential and random I/O), and NPU (AI accelerator throughput and latency, when compatible hardware is present). Each test produces a score you can compare against other systems.
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