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NBench vs PassMark PerformanceTest
Both stand on pc benchmark software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
NBench offers a focused benchmark with published MEM, INT, and FP results and a downloadable source archive. Its age and compiler limitation may require build adjustments, but the tool remains free and compact.
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Visit PassMark PerformanceTest The facts
| NBench | PassMark PerformanceTest | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | math.utah.edu | passmark.com |
| On pc benchmark software | #61 of 73 | #65 of 73 |
NBench: what it does well
- Measures CPU, floating-point, and memory systems
- Runs in under 10 minutes on most machines
- Includes source, documentation, and Linux binary
- Provides comparison database and reference systems
- Freely distributable
What to know first
- Linux is the listed platform
- No custom test profiles
- gcc 4.3.3 and later need different flags
- Version 2.2.3 is listed
PassMark PerformanceTest: what it does well
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