PCMark 10

PCMark 10 is a PC benchmarking application developed by UL Solutions, the organisation behind the widely recognised 3DMark benchmark and formerly known as Futuremark. Businesses, manufacturers and reviewers need objective ways to assess how computers perform in the everyday tasks that matter to users, but synthetic tests focused on isolated components may not reflect real-world experience. PCMark 10 addresses this by measuring system performance using workloads that represent common activities in the modern workplace, such as web browsing, video conferencing, office productivity and digital content creation. Its approach produces standardised, repeatable scores that allow different systems to be compared fairly, supporting procurement decisions, product development and independent reviews. Because the tests are designed to be vendor-neutral and are widely used across the industry, results can be interpreted with reference to a large body of published data.

The main PCMark 10 benchmark tests essential tasks, productivity and digital content creation, with additional variants such as PCMark 10 Express and Extended offering shorter or more comprehensive runs. Application tests measure performance using real software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe applications, while battery life profiles evaluate how long laptops last under workloads including modern office use, video playback and gaming. Storage benchmarks assess the real-world performance of drives, and custom run options allow users to select specific tests and settings. The Professional Edition, which is required for commercial use, adds command-line automation, detailed result exports and features for scripted testing in laboratories. PCMark 10 runs on Windows computers and is used by IT procurement teams, PC manufacturers, component vendors, system integrators, technology press and government agencies evaluating computer purchases. Result management features help organisations track systems over time. Pricing starts from around USD 1,495 with a free trial available; there is no permanently free version of the professional product.