All articles tagged with #benchmarks
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Phoronix
The article reports on benchmarks of the Linux 6.19 kernel with the X86_NATIVE_CPU optimization enabled on an AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX system. While some slight performance improvements were observed in I/O and micro-benchmark tests, overall real-world workload benefits were minimal, indicating limited impact of this optimization on practical performance.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Phoronix
The article examines the performance impact of Linux's Cache Aware Scheduling on the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D, finding minimal gains for desktop workloads but some improvements in PostgreSQL throughput and network testing, with overall results less impressive than on server CPUs.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Phoronix
Framework Computer has upgraded its Laptop 16 with AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors and optional GeForce RTX 5070 graphics, offering improved performance and modularity, with benchmarks and Linux testing now available.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by GSMArena.com
Early benchmarks of the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme show it outperforming top Intel and AMD CPUs in both single-core and multi-core tests, with significant improvements in CPU, GPU, and AI performance, indicating a major leap forward for Qualcomm's chip technology.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Windows Central
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, a new flagship laptop processor with 18 cores and 5.0GHz speeds, outperforms Apple M4, Intel, and AMD in benchmarks across CPU, GPU, and AI, promising desktop-class performance and long battery life for premium Windows laptops, with devices expected in early 2026.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Phoronix
Benchmark tests comparing Windows 11 25H2 and Ubuntu 25.10 on an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X reveal performance differences on the same hardware, with baseline tests on previous versions also included, focusing on CPU performance rather than graphics.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PC Guide
Benchmarks for the MSI Claw A8, the first handheld to feature AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor, reveal promising performance, with early tests showing solid CPU and GPU results, and potential insights into the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally X, which shares the same CPU and RAM specifications.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Wccftech
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X, based on Zen 5 architecture, has been benchmarked showing up to 11% better single-core and 16% better multi-core performance than its predecessor, the 7980X, with higher clock speeds and similar power consumption, making it a top choice for demanding professional workloads.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Phoronix
The review explores how adjusting ACPI platform profiles on the Framework Laptop 12, equipped with an Intel Core i5 1334U processor, can significantly impact performance and power efficiency. Benchmarks conducted on Ubuntu 25.04 with Linux 6.14 kernel demonstrate the effects of performance and power saver modes on CPU frequency, power consumption, and temperature, highlighting easy tuning options for optimizing the laptop's operation.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Phoronix
The article reviews performance benchmarks of Firefox versions 120 to 141 Beta on Ubuntu Linux using an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, highlighting changes in speed and memory usage over nearly two years of updates.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by SamMobile
New benchmark leaks suggest the Exynos 2600 chipset, likely to be used in the Galaxy S26 series, is making promising progress with competitive scores close to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, indicating a potential exciting rivalry in flagship smartphones.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Tom's Guide
The article defends the RTX 5060 gaming laptop GPU, presenting benchmark data that shows it offers a 15-20% performance boost over RTX 4060 and 3060 models, making it a good choice for first-time gamers and those upgrading from older GPUs, despite some skepticism due to Nvidia's communication and focus on AI tech.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
Tech companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, Meta, and Anthropic are redesigning AI model testing as current benchmarks become outdated due to rapid advancements. New internal benchmarks are being developed to assess AI's reasoning and planning capabilities, but this raises concerns about comparability without public tests. Public benchmarks like SWE-bench Verified are evolving to include real-world problems, while new projects like "Humanity’s Last Exam" aim to crowdsource complex questions. The industry faces challenges in defining and measuring AI reasoning, impacting the ability to compare models effectively.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Wccftech
Leaked benchmarks for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 "Strix" APU reveal impressive multi-threaded performance, with its 12 Zen 5 cores nearly matching the performance of 16 Zen 4 cores. The APU, part of the upcoming Ryzen AI 300 series, is set to debut in high-end laptops later this month, showcasing significant generational improvements in core count, compute units, and AI capabilities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Phoronix
Intel has launched its Xeon 6700E series processors, codenamed Sierra Forest, featuring 144-core server processors Xeon 6766E and Xeon 6780E. Benchmarks show these processors in both single and dual socket configurations, comparing them to previous Intel Xeon models and AMD EPYC competitors. The Xeon 6766E and 6780E offer significant performance improvements, with the 6780E being the flagship model. Despite some initial issues with PCIe 5.0 NVMe storage, the new processors show strong Linux and open-source support.