PC BDP - 3DMark

About 3DMark

3DMark is the premium benchmark for evaluating next generation PC gaming hardware with a combination of real-time DirectX 3D game tests, CPU tests, feature tests and image quality tools. Over 3 million registered 3DMark users have submitted over 13 million benchmark results. Media surveys indicate that 97% of published display card reviews use 3DMark. Overall, 3DMark is the world’s leading gaming benchmark, with results that guide countless consumers in their purchasing decisions.

Quotes

"Dell uses many tools to evaluate system and graphics subsystem performance. We believe 3DMark is a solid synthetic graphics benchmark that covers a wide range of usage models and complements application-specific testing. Synthetic benchmarks like 3DMark help to differentiate graphics subsystem performance characteristics of both high end and lower end cards by utilizing sets of tests with varying degrees of graphics complexity. Entry level cards will be able to run at least one simple test to be used in comparisons for those interested in basic 3D functionality. Additionally, those interested in leading edge technology with be able to make graphics hardware comparisons with a range of tests using the new APIs, shaders, rendering techniques, etc. Dell believes 3DMark is a versatile tool that allows a fair comparison of today's wide range of 3D graphics solutions."

- Dell

"We applaud Futuremark’s continued support of Microsoft DirectX 9.0 API as it provides our partners and the industry with a robust and time-tested benchmarking tool. As DirectX 9.0 strives to make game development on the Windows platform more advanced and efficient, 3DMark provides additional benefits for mainstream applications by providing users with their latest set of diagnostic tools.”

- Dean Lester, General Manager of Graphics and Gaming Technologies, Microsoft Corporation

BDP Members get the following privileges and benefits

• Ability to influence Futuremark’s 3DMark roadmap and implementation
• Access to specification documents, alphas, betas and release candidate code drops of benchmarks
• Frequent communication and briefing
• Scheduled conference calls
• Troubleshooting for drivers and new technology
• Discount for 3DMark bundling licenses
• Free site license for all current 3DMarks
• Version of 3DMark featuring Member company logos for promotion purposes

Members in Futuremark's 3DMark BDP

Call For New Members

Help us define DirectX 10 performance measurement standards! We are calling all interested companies to apply to become a member of the 3DMark benchmark development program. Review our criteria for participation.