PassMark PerformanceTest CLI

Free Download PassMark PerformanceTest Command Line Tool, the latest standalone offline installer for macOS. It allows you to objectively benchmark your Apple Mac using a variety of speed tests and compare the results to others.

Overview of PassMark PerformanceTest for macOS

It assesses everything from CPU and GPU performance to disk speed and memory efficiency. This comprehensive evaluation helps users understand how well their Mac performs under various conditions and can highlight areas needing improvement.

The software provides synthetic benchmarks and real-world tests, giving users a balanced view of performance. The results are presented in an easy-to-understand format, enabling you to quickly grasp where your Mac excels and where it might lag. With this tool, you can make informed decisions about upgrades and maintenance to keep your system running at its best.

Features of PassMark PerformanceTest for macOS

CPU Test Suite

• Integer Maths Test
• Floating Point Maths Test
• Finding Prime Number Tests
• Sorting Test
• Encryption Test
• Compression Test
• Physics Simulation Test
• Extended Instructions Test (SSE, AVX, AVX512, FMA, NEON) (Depending on whether x86 or ARM)
• CPU Mark: an aggregate mark to easily compare overall CPU performance between systems.

Memory Test Suite

• SQL Database Operations
• Memory Read Cached
• Memory Read Uncached
• Memory Write
• Available RAM
• Memory Latency
• Memory Threaded
• Memory Mark: an aggregate mark to easily compare overall Memory performance between systems.

Technical Details and System Requirements

• 64-bit MacOS and CPU are required
• Mac App: macOS 11.0 or later
• Command Line Tool: macOS 11.0 or later
• CPU: Apple M1/M2 or x86_64-based CPU

FAQs

Q: Which version of PerformanceTest should I use?
A: We advise most users to use the GUI version, available through the Mac App Store. Advanced users and those aiming to automate the testing process can opt for the command-line version.

Q: How to launch the PerformanceTest Command Line Tool from the terminal

1. Open a new terminal window.
2. Change your working directory by typing "cd path_to_performance_test_folder."
3. Run the program by typing "./pt_mac"

Q: Why are the tests not running? (Command Line Utility Only)
A: Tests will not run until the user starts them. The control menu is located at the bottom of the program. The control menu may be cut off if your terminal window is too small. Increase the size of your window until the control menu is visible.

Use these keys to control the program:
"A: Run All Tests C: Run CPU Tests M: Run Memory Tests U: Upload Test Results"