Futuremark have have just launched a new version of 3DMark, theirflagship benchmarking program. PC gamers, in particular, will be keen to try Fire Strike, our new showcase DirectX 11 benchmark test for high-performance gaming PCs.
http://www.futuremark.com/3dmark
3DMark is also available from Steam where it is currently #3 in the top sellers list. Can you believe that? http://store.steampowered.com/app/223850/
WHAT’S NEW IN 3DMARK?
The new 3DMark includes everything you need to benchmark Windows hardware. With three all new tests you can bench everything from tablets and notebooks to the latest high-end gaming desktops. It’s the most powerful and flexible 3DMark we’ve ever created.
We designed 3DMark for gamers, overclockers and system builders who want to get the most out of their hardware. 3DMark is a complete PC benchmarking tool kit for those who are serious about performance. And it’s no longer just for Windows. With 3DMark, you will be able to compare scores with Android, iOS and Windows RT devices too.
We have just released the Windows version of 3DMark. New versions for Android, iOS and Windows RT are coming soon, pending testing and app store approvals.
3DMARK LAUNCH TRAILER
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzPQtG-E0N4
NEW 3DMARK BENCHMARK TESTS
Fire Strike – For high performance gaming PCs Use Fire Strike to test the performance of dedicated gaming PCs, or use the Fire Strike Extreme preset for high-end systems with multiple GPUs. Fire Strike uses a multi-threaded DirectX 11 engine to test DirectX 11 hardware.
Cloud Gate – For notebooks and home PCs Use Cloud Gate to test the performance of notebooks and typical home PCs. Cloud Gate uses a DirectX 11 engine limited to Direct3D feature level 10, making it suitable for testing DirectX 10 compatible hardware.
Ice Storm – For tablets and entry-level PCs Use Ice Storm to test the performance of your Windows tablet, ultra-portable notebook or entry-level PC. Ice Storm uses a DirectX 11 engine limited to Direct3D feature level 9, making it the ideal benchmark for modern portable devices targeting that feature level. You can compare Ice Storm scores from Windows, Windows RT, Android and iOS devices.
WINDOWS EDITIONS AND PRICING
3DMark Basic Edition – FREE
- Includes all three tests: Ice Storm, Cloud Gate and Fire Strike.
- View and manage results online.
3DMark Advanced Edition – $24.99
- Run each test individually for faster benchmarking.
- Unlock the Fire Strike Extreme preset for extreme hardware.
- Explore your PC’s performance limits with custom settings.
- Use benchmark looping for stability testing and burning in.
- Get in-depth insights with interactive performance graphs.
- Automatically save your results offline.
SPECIAL LAUNCH OFFERS
Save 25% in the Futuremark store
People who own 3DMark 11 Advanced Edition can get a 25% discount when they buy 3DMark Advanced Edition from the Futuremark store. http://www.futuremark.com/3dmark
Save 25% with Steam
3DMark is also available on Steam. For the first week only, you can save 25% when you buy 3DMark Advanced Edition from Steam.
http://store.steampowered.com/app/223850/
New 3DMark is #3 best-selling on Steam
