| PC Status | Overall this PC is performing below expectations (23rd percentile). This means that out of 100 PCs with exactly the same components, 77 performed better. The overall PC percentile is the average of each of its individual components. Use the charts in the benchmark sections of this report to identify problem areas. |
| Processor | With a good single core score, this CPU can easily handle the majority of general computing tasks. Despite its good single core score this processor isn't appropriate for workstation use due to its relatively weak multi-core performance. Finally, with a gaming score of 68.1%, this CPU's suitability for 3D gaming is above average. |
| Graphics | 48% is a reasonable 3D score (RTX 2060S = 100%). This GPU can handle the majority of recent games but it will struggle with resolutions greater than 1080p at ultra detail levels. (Note: general computing tasks don't require 3D graphics) |
| Boot Drive | 88% is a very good SSD score. This drive is suitable for moderate workstation use, it will facilitate fast boots, responsive applications and ensure minimum IO wait times. |
| Memory | 16GB is enough RAM to run any version of Windows and it's more than sufficient for nearly all games. 16GB also allows for very large file and system caches, software development and batch photo editing/processing. |
| OS Version | Although Windows 10 is not the most recent version of Windows, it remains a great option. |
High background CPU (26%). High background CPU reduces benchmark accuracy. How to reduce background CPU.
| System | MSI MS-7971 |
| Motherboard | MSI Z170A PC MATE (MS-7971) (all builds) |
| Memory | 7.4 GB free of 16 GB @ 2.1 GHz |
| Display | 1920 x 1080 - 32 Bit colors, 1920 x 1080 - 32 Bit colors |
| OS | Windows 10 |
| BIOS Date | 20151030 |
| Uptime | 7.9 Days |
| Run Date | Sep 20 '18 at 13:37 |
| Run Duration | 126 Seconds |
| Run User | EST-User |
| Background CPU | 26% |
PC Performing below expectations (23rd percentile)
Actual performance vs. expectations. The graphs show user score (x) vs user score frequency (y).
| Processor | Bench | Normal | Heavy | Server |
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68.1%
Good
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74% 131 Pts
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42% 315 Pts
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22% 348 Pts
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| Graphics Card | Bench | 3D DX9 | 3D DX10 | 3D DX11 |
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Nvidia GTX 970-$200
CLim: 1443 MHz, MLim: 1752 MHz, Ram: 4GB, Driver: 411.63
Performing below potential (47th percentile) - GPU OC Guide |
48%
Average
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49% 59.4 fps
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46% 57.5 fps
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| Drives | Bench | Sequential | Random 4k | Deep queue 4k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Samsung 850 EVO M.2 250GB
79GB free (System drive)
Firmware: EMT21B6Q
SusWrite @10s intervals: 313 159 163 164 155 162 MB/s
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88%
Excellent
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73% 327 MB/s
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142% 51.3 MB/s
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271% 362 MB/s
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Toshiba DT01ACA200 2TB-$40
160GB free
Firmware: MX4OABB0
SusWrite @10s intervals: 97 96 94 98 98 98 MB/s
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59.7%
Above average
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65% 89.7 MB/s
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149% 1.27 MB/s
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| Memory Kit | Bench | Multi core | Single core | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kingston 9905625-029.A00G 2x8GB
2 of 4 slots used
16GB DIMM DDR4 clocked @ 2133 MHz
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64.7%
Good
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65% 22.9 GB/s
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55% 19.4 GB/s
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51% 78.1 ns
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System Memory Latency Ladder
L1/L2/L3 CPU cache and main memory (DIMM) access latencies in nano seconds
Typical Z170A PC MATE (MS-7971) Builds (Compare 3,156 builds)
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Motherboard: MSI Z170A PC MATE (MS-7971) - $350
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| Core i7-6700KIntel $180Bench 81%, 588,978 samples | 1,110x |
| Core i5-6600KIntel $81Bench 72%, 342,244 samples | 714x |
| Core i7-6700Intel $180Bench 72%, 282,363 samples | 420x |
| GPU |
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| GTX 1070Nvidia $132Bench 80%, 1,459,281 samples | 431x |
| GTX 1060-6GBNvidia $117Bench 56%, 1,368,019 samples | 365x |
| GTX 970Nvidia $200Bench 49%, 834,238 samples | 267x |
| EDIT WITH CUSTOM PC BUILDER | Value: 96% - Outstanding | Total price: $802 |