Preparation Step | Details |
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Update Drivers | Ensure GPU drivers are up-to-date 12 |
Close Background Programs | Shut down unnecessary applications and processes 13 |
Disable Overlays | Turn off GPU monitoring software, game overlays, etc. 13 |
Power Settings | Set Windows power plan to 'High Performance' or 'Balanced' 4 |
GPU Settings | For NVIDIA, set 'Prefer Maximum Performance' in control panel 4 |
Connect Display | Ensure monitor is connected to GPU, not motherboard 2 |
Disable G-Sync/FreeSync | Turn off adaptive sync technologies for testing 3 |
Step | Description |
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Download | Go to userbenchmark.com and download the free benchmarking tool1 |
Run | Execute the downloaded program and click "Run" to start the benchmark2 |
Wait | Allow the benchmark to complete all tests (CPU, GPU, drives, memory)3 |
View Results | Your default browser will open with the benchmark results2 |
Metric | Description |
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Percentile | Shows how your GPU performs relative to others of the same model |
Effective 3D Speed | Estimates gaming performance across popular titles |
Clock Speed | Displays your GPU's core and memory clock speeds |
Overall Score | Combines various tests into a single performance metric |
Issue | Solution |
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GPU not detected | Ensure display cable is connected to GPU, not motherboard 1 |
Incomplete test | Close all background programs, especially GPU monitoring software 2 |
Failing plane GPU test | Exit RivaTuner or other overlay programs 2 |
Low performance | Check RAM configuration; ensure dual-channel mode is enabled 2 |
Inconsistent results | Run multiple tests and compare; consider system stability 3 |