#U OF U BENCHMARK COMPUTER LAB UPDATE#

(We run both versions of the benchmark to be able to compare to models tested before Geekbench 6 became available.) Geekbench's CPU tests measure the performance of a mixed workload. On Android, Apple devices and Chromebooks, we run the CPU tests and the Compute test. We run both single-core and multicore CPU tests, and either the Vulkan (Windows) or Metal (MacOS) Compute test. The most important core tests we're currently running on every compatible computer are: The list of benchmarking software we use changes over time as the devices we test evolve. Our benchmark tests consist of a core set we run on every compatible system plus also an extended set of tests for specific use cases, such as gaming or content creation, where systems may have more powerful GPUs or higher-resolution displays that need to be evaluated.

#U OF U BENCHMARK COMPUTER LAB UPDATE#

Then we update the OS, GPU drivers, BIOS and manufacturer utilities as needed and use applications like Sandra from SiSoftware, CPUID's CPU-Z, TechPowerUp's GPU-Z and so on to gather information about the system's components, such as the CPU, GPU, RAM, SSD and mainboard. As a best practice, during the setup, we disable as much of the invasive privacy and data collection options as possible. When a computer - typically a laptop, desktop, two-in-one hybrid or Chromebook - arrives at the CNET Labs, we set it up as a typical user of the product would. A final review verdict is a combination of both those objective and subjective judgments. This includes evaluating a device's aesthetics, ergonomics and features. Our review process for laptops, desktops, tablets and other computer-like devices consists of two parts: performance testing under controlled conditions in the CNET Labs and extensive hands-on use by our expert reviewers.

Over the years, some of the methodology has changed, but our core commitment to in-depth product reviews has not. We review a lot of computers at CNET, and we've been doing it for a long time.

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