PCMark Vantage is the first objective hardware performance benchmark for PCs running 32 and 64 bit versions of Microsoft Windows Vista. PCMark Vantage is perfectly suited for benchmarking any type of Microsoft Windows Vista PC from multimedia home entertainment systems and laptops to dedicated workstations and hi-end gaming rigs.

Regardless of whether the benchmarker is an artist or an IT Professional, PCMark Vantage shows the user where their system soars or falls flat, and how to get the most performance possible out of their hardware. PCMark Vantage is easy enough for even the most casual enthusiast to use yet supports in-depth, professional industry grade testing.

An application based approach to performance testing PCMark Vantage includes eight distinct test suites; six that provide targeted hardware scores based on typical user scenarios, plus a HDD test set and an overall PCMark performance test score. Consumer Scenario Suites include the Memories Suite for digital image and video applications, the TV and Movies Suite for HD video task applications, the Gaming Suite for game (DirectX9) graphics performance, the Music Suite for audio task applications, and the Communications and Productivity Suites for gauging performance of searching, security tasks, application launch, browser functionality and word processing. Each test suite generates performance scores that replicate real-world system performance for the applications selected.

PCMark Vantage Benefits:
Industry endorsed benchmark tools provide accurate hardware performance data for computers running Windows Vista
Application based test suites enable benchmarking that replicates real-world consumer usage
Tests are incredibly easy to run, and easy to compare with standardized results scores and the Online ResultBrowser
Fully customizable settings and test suite selections allow users to tailor the benchmark to exactly suit their needs

PCMark Vantage Advanced Features:
Full Sets of Scores for all categories + Use of ORB Functionality
Multi-threaded test scenarios and support for the latest technologies, including
Multi-Core CPU’s, and 3D GPU Shading
Test scenarios for High Definition TV and Movies, Gaming, Our Memories, Music,
Communication and Productivity
Brand New HDD Suite of Tests for the latest Hard Drives
Approved for private and non-commercial Use Only

PCMark Vantage Professional:
Full Sets of Scores for all categories + Use of ORB Functionality
View Results without network connectivity
Command Line Interface and Batch run functions for large scale testing needs
Results Export Function
Fully Customizable settings and test selection
Priority support
Multi-threaded test scenarios and support for the latest technologies, including Multi-Core
CPU’ss, and 3D GPU Shading
Test scenarios for High Definition TV and Movies, Gaming, Our Memories, Music,
Communication and Productivity
Brand New HDD Suite of Tests for the latest Hard Drives
Fully Approved for business and commercial use

There are 3 editions of PCMark Vantage: Basic, Advanced and Professional in the one installer. Also included is a one-time use version of the Basic edition for no cost. After you download the file, you will be able to choose which version you would like to use.

Note: The PCMark Vantage Pro ORB features are only available via PCMark Vantage Advanced and Professional Editions.

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7/ Vista Ultimate / Home Premium / Home Basic / Enterprise / Business

Changes in PCMark Vantage 1.0.1.0:
* Compatibility issue with Windows 7 Professional Edition has been corrected
* The SystemInfo component has been updated to the most recent version

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