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WhatFPS Benchmark
What it is
WhatFPS Benchmark is a free Windows 10/11 application for measuring gaming-computer performance. It tests GPU, CPU, RAM, and disk behavior across DX11, DX12, DX12 Ultimate, and Vulkan workloads. GPU checks use three 3D scenes plus a stress test for compute, memory bandwidth, textures, and fill rate. CPU tests cover floating-point, integer, SIMD/AVX, single-thread work, cache latency, and DX11 draw calls. RAM measurements include read, write, triad bandwidth, and DRAM latency; disk checks include sequential reads, 4K random IOPS, and p99 latency. Results appear on a public percentile leaderboard. Runs are signed and server-checked, with unverified results excluded. The app collects hardware details and test-time temperatures and clocks, but not files, browsing history, or other processes. Installation is through the Microsoft Store, with automatic updates.
For and against
For
- Measures GPU, CPU, RAM, and disk performance
- Runs DX11, DX12, and Vulkan tests
- Public leaderboard provides percentile comparisons
- Unverified runs are excluded
- No account required
Against
- Does not support Mac or Linux
- Processors without AVX2 cannot run it
- Some weaker systems may freeze during 4K scenes
- Scores and methodology may change during beta
The verdict
WhatFPS Benchmark offers broad component testing and public comparisons at no cost. Hardware and platform requirements should be checked first, especially for systems without AVX2 or with weaker graphics capability.
Who it suits
It is for gamers who want to compare gaming-PC hardware performance. Windows users with AVX2-capable processors can use its benchmark and leaderboard.
Plans and prices
Free
Windows 10/11 · No account required · GPU, CPU, RAM and disk benchmarking · Public leaderboard
Read 3 Oct 2026 · whatfps.com
On the record
- Beta status
- The maker says benchmark scores and methodology may change during beta, with changes documented in the changelog.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- CPU tests
- CPU testing covers floating point, integer, SIMD/AVX, single-thread performance, L1/L2/L3 cache latency and a DX11 draw-call test.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Distribution
- The FAQ says the Microsoft Store is the only installation route and that Store updates are automatic.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- GPU tests
- GPU testing includes three 3D scenes and a stress test covering compute, memory bandwidth, textures and fill rate.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Graphics APIs
- The benchmark runs DX11, DX12, DX12 Ultimate and Vulkan tests.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Hardware limit
- Processors without AVX2 cannot run the app, and weak systems with integrated graphics or less than 6 GB of graphics memory may freeze during the 4K scenes.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Platform limit
- The app supports Windows 10/11 and does not yet work on Mac or Linux.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The app collects hardware information and test-time clocks and temperatures; it does not collect files, browsing history or other processes, and in-game FPS tracking is opt-in.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- WhatFPS is a free benchmark for gaming PCs that measures GPU, CPU, RAM and disk performance.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- RAM and disk tests
- RAM tests measure read, write and triad bandwidth plus DRAM latency; disk tests measure sequential reads, 4K random IOPS and p99 latency.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Results
- Benchmark results appear on a public leaderboard with percentiles for comparing a rig against other measured rigs.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Result verification
- Runs are signed in the app, checked by the server for plausible values and replay attacks, and unverified runs are excluded from the leaderboard.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The FAQ directs users to contact the maker at [email protected].whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Who it is for
- The maker describes it as a benchmark for gaming computers and says it is built for gamers who want to compare their hardware performance.whatfps.com · read 3 Oct 2026
