Novabench for Mac

October, 3rd 2023 - 287 MB - Demo

Latest Version:

NovaBench 5.4.0 LATEST
Requirements:

Mac OS X 10.6 or later
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Author / Product:

Novabench Inc. / Novabench for Mac
Old Versions:
Filename:

novabench.dmg

Novabench is a freeware benchmark test for macOS and Windows. It quickly tests your computer's capabilities (CPU, Graphics, RAM, and Storage). Novabench has been trusted by millions since 2007.

Test the speed of your computer with Novabench for Mac, a free benchmark program for Windows computers. The app is designed to quickly run comprehensive tests of your computer components. The CPU, RAM, GPU, and disks are tested to produce a detailed breakdown, and an overall system score. Your results can be submitted and compared with others online. Verified scores can be shared on your online Nova Bench for macOS profile.

Test
Testing your computer is easy and only takes a few minutes.

Compare
Compare your results online to look for potential problems.

Repair
Tune, upgrade, or repair your computer based on your results.

Novabench is a popular computer benchmarking tool that allows users to evaluate and measure the performance of their computer hardware. It provides a comprehensive analysis of various components such as CPU, GPU, RAM, disk speed, and network performance.

The app conducts a series of tests to assess the speed and efficiency of these components, generating scores and performance metrics. With its user-friendly interface, it enables users to easily understand and interpret the results. Additionally, it offers features like customizable benchmark tests, detailed reporting, and network testing capabilities.

While the free version provides basic functionalities, the Plus and Pro versions offer advanced features such as ad-free experience, custom tests, advanced reporting, and remote management. Novabench for macOS is a valuable tool for users to optimize their computer performance and make informed hardware-related decisions.

Pricing for individuals and teams

Basic - Free for personal use

The essentials to benchmark your system.

Full benchmark suite
Basic comparison

Limitations:

Personal use only
Results submission required

Novabench Plus - $35/year

Powerful performance tools for enthusiasts.

Full benchmark suite
Advanced comparison
Offline mode / private profile
Bottleneck test
Temperature & power utilities

Limitations:

Personal use only

Novabench Pro - $99/year/user

The complete performance suite for professionals and teams.

Full benchmark suite
Advanced comparison
Offline mode / private profile
Bottleneck test
Temperature & power utilities
Novabench Portable
Novabench Command-line
Licensed for commercial use

PROS

Comprehensive Performance Analysis
User-Friendly Interface
Customizable Benchmark Tests
Detailed Results Reporting
Network Testing Capabilities

CONS

Limited Free Version Features
Lack of Advanced Hardware Monitoring

Note: Requires 64-bit processor.

Also Available: Download Novabench for Windows

Download Novabench for Mac Latest Version

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What's new in this version:

NovaBench 5.4.0
- Adds local comparison tool to easily see the difference between test results
- Improves sensor compatibility with new processor models
- Fixes sensor results on macOS Sonoma
- Minor updates and improvements

NovaBench 5.3.0
- Adds CPU stress test utility
- Adds sensor (temperature/power/battery) command to CLI
- Minor updates and improvements

NovaBench 5.2.4
- This release is for Windows only
- Fixes an issue with sensor logging showing an error message on some systems

NovaBench 5.2.2
- Adds CPU and GPU efficiency metrics to test results
- Adds new System Info page

NovaBench 5.2.1
- This update focuses on increasing the accuracy and reliability of the benchmark results, based on your valuable feedback
- Fixes an issue with specific GPU/driver combinations, where the compute test could terminate early, resulting in an incomplete GPU score
- Improves the sequential read/write accuracy of the storage test for specific NVMe devices
- Users with impacted configurations may notice a slight increase in GPU or Storage scores with this version

NovaBench 5.2.0
Added:
- temperature, power, and usage logs and charts
- battery health logs and charts
- online temperature comparison

- Small bug fixes and improvements

NovaBench 5.1.1
- Further improves GPU compatibility
- Fixes issues searching for certain CPUs in the database

NovaBench 5.1.0
- Adds Advisor, a new way to understand your benchmark results
- Improves online comparison tools
- Improves hardware detection and compatibility
- Fixes stalled tests on some system configurations
- Various bug fixes and improvement

NovaBench 5.0.0
- Completely redesigned and rebuiltVersion 4.0.9 (10/01/2021)
- Fixed issue submitting scores to Novabench.com

NovaBench 4.0.2
- Added support for macOS 11 Big Sur
- Added dark mode support
- Fixed zero CPU score on some configurations
- Fixed erroneous warning on graphics test
- Bug fixes and improvements

NovaBench 4.0.1
- Redesigned interface
- CPU tests updated for new processor features
- New Metal graphics test
- New OpenCL GPU compute test
- New disk read speed test

NovaBench 4.0.0
- Redesigned interface
- CPU tests updated for new processor features
- New Metal graphics test
- New OpenCL GPU compute test
- New disk read speed test
- Score comparison site improved

NovaBench 1.1.1
- Updated branding and artwork
- Show notification when testing is finished
- Fixed CPU clock speed display bug in some configurations
- Fixed GPU name display bug in some configurations
- Fixed opening System Information app
- Improved retina display support
- Misc. improvements

NovaBench 1.1
- Fixed GPU test scoring to bring inline with Windows
- Score submission over SSL
- App is now using OS X sandboxing
- Hard drive size no longer contributes to score
- Fixed Lion SSD write speed bug
- Message displayed before opening internet speed test site
- Changed branding from Novatech Network to Novawave Inc.
- New NBR file icon
- Graceful graphics test failure

NovaBench 1.0
- Initial Release