Standalone desktop app for testing CPU and GPU render times

V-Ray Benchmark

V-Ray Benchmark

  -  732.79 MB  -  Freeware
  • Latest Version

    V-Ray Benchmark 6.00.01 LATEST

  • Review by

    Michael Reynolds

  • Operating System

    Windows 8 (64-bit) / Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11

  • User Rating

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  • Author / Product

    Chaos Software / External Link

  • Filename

    vray-benchmark-6.00.01.exe

  • MD5 Checksum

    3987d9471c6055ac26a31a186e0b26d0

V-Ray Benchmark is a free standalone application to help you test how fast your hardware renders. The benchmark includes two test scenes: one for the app and another for V-Ray GPU, depending on the rendering engine you’re looking to measure.
  • V-Ray — CPU compatible
  • V-Ray GPU CUDA — GPU and CPU compatible
  • V-Ray GPU RTX — RTX GPU compatible
With V-Ray Benchmark, you can quickly and easily evaluate your machine's performance capabilities running V-Ray Next. Discover how your computer ranks alongside others and learn how different hardware can influence your rendering speed. With this tool, you can test the power and performance of your system and push components to their limits.

What's New in V-Ray 6 Benchmark:

Looping Tests: Push your hardware to its limits and measure peak system performance with new loop tests.

Compare V-Ray GPU Rendering Modes: Assess and compare the performance of RTX and CUDA GPU rendering modes.

New Benchmark Scene: Test your hardware with a new scene designed specifically for both RTX and CUDA engines.

Benchmark Apple Silicon: V-Ray 6 Benchmark now supports Apple Silicon chips.

Features and Highlights

V-Ray Next performance
Test your hardware with the performance of the app Next.
 
New test scenes
Created for the tool Next and designed to put even the most powerful hardware to the test.
 
New results system
With the new smart scoring system, hardware performance capabilities are easily comparable. The linear scoring results system makes comparisons easier; for example, a processor that is twice as good should have double the score.
 
V-Ray GPU Next hybrid rendering
Compare the results of GPUs, CPUs, or any combination of processing units available.
 
Benchmark GPU devices individually
Test one or any combination of GPUs to see how the performance scales.
 
Faster benchmarking
A smart score calculation system can benchmark hardware performance from just one-minute of rendering.
 
New user interface
Easy-to-use interface, reflecting all new functionalities.

Just launch the application and run the tests. Once your tests are complete, you can share the results online and see how your hardware compares to others at benchmark.chaosgroup.com. It’s a good idea to note any special hardware modifications you’ve made, like water cooling or overclocking. To get started, log in to your Chaos Group account and download the app Next Benchmark application. V Ray Next Benchmark does not require a VRay license to run.

PROS
  • Accurate Performance Metrics: Provides detailed performance metrics for CPU and GPU rendering capabilities.
  • Cross-Platform Compatibility: Available on multiple operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Free to Use: Accessible without cost, making it a great tool for individuals and companies alike.
  • Easy to Use: User-friendly interface and simple to run, even for those with minimal technical expertise.
  • Comprehensive Testing: Tests both CPU and GPU rendering, giving a complete picture of system performance.
  • Regular Updates: Frequently updated to support the latest hardware and software developments.
CONS
  • Resource Intensive: Can be demanding on system resources, potentially impacting performance during the benchmark.
  • Benchmark Duration: Tests can take a considerable amount of time to complete, especially on older hardware.
  • Hardware Limitations: May not fully utilize all features of high-end hardware, depending on the specific benchmark version.
  • Internet Connection: Requires an internet connection for submitting and comparing benchmark results online.
  • Specialized Use: Primarily focused on rendering performance, which may not be relevant for all users.
Also Available: Download V-Ray Benchmark for Mac

  • V-Ray Benchmark 6.00.01 Screenshots

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    V-Ray Benchmark 6.00.01 Screenshot 1
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What's new in this version:

- benchmark with V-Ray 6
- a single GPU mode, making it possible to compare CUDA, and the RTX engines
- a new scene for every mode (V-Ray, and V-Ray GPU)
- run a test for 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or until manually stopped
- run natively on macOS computers with Apple silicon