| PC Status | Overall this PC is performing below expectations (36th percentile). This means that out of 100 PCs with exactly the same components, 64 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 an average single core score, this CPU can handle browsing the web, email, video playback and the majority of general computing tasks including light gaming when coupled with an appropriate GPU. Finally, with a gaming score of 51.7%, this CPU's suitability for 3D gaming is average. |
| Graphics | 3.21% is too low to play 3D games or use CAD packages. (Note: general computing tasks don't require 3D graphics) |
| Boot Drive | 58.8% is a reasonable SSD score. This drive enables fast boots and responsive applications. |
| 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 (21%). High background CPU reduces benchmark accuracy. How to reduce background CPU. CPU throttled at 99% by Windows. Ensure maximum processor state is set to 100% via Settings > System > Power & sleep > Additional power settings > Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings > Processor power management > Maximum processor state.
Run History
5 years ago, 5 years ago.
| Motherboard | MSI MS-16Y1 (all builds) |
| Memory | 9.4 GB free of 16 GB @ 1.6 GHz |
| OS | Windows 10 |
| BIOS Date | 20111226 |
| Uptime | 3.1 Days |
| Run Date | Oct 10 '18 at 18:59 |
| Run Duration | 117 Seconds |
| Run User | PAK-User |
| Background CPU | 21% |
| CPU Throttled | 99% |
PC Performing below expectations (36th percentile)
Actual performance vs. expectations. The graphs show user score (x) vs user score frequency (y).
| Processor | Bench | Normal | Heavy | Server |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intel Core i5-2450M-$225
CPU 1, 1 CPU, 2 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 2.5 GHz, turbo 2.5 GHz (avg)
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51.7%
Above average
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49% 74.1 Pts
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17% 131 Pts
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8% 134 Pts
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| Graphics Card | Bench | 3D DX9 | 3D DX10 | 3D DX11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nvidia GeForce GT 540M
MSI(1462 109C) 2GB
Driver: nvumdshimx.dll Ver. 22.21.13.8205
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3.21%
Terrible
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3% 3.41 fps
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3% 4.38 fps
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| Memory Kit | Bench | Multi core | Single core | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kingston 9905428-186.A00LF 2x8GB
2 of 2 slots used
16GB SODIMM DDR3 1600 MHz
Performing below potential (7th percentile) - ensure that a dual+ channel XMP BIOS profile is enabled: How to enable XMP |
45.2%
Average
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45% 15.8 GB/s
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33% 11.7 GB/s
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52% 76.6 ns
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System Memory Latency Ladder
L1/L2/L3 CPU cache and main memory (DIMM) access latencies in nano seconds
Typical MS-16Y1 Builds (Compare 38 builds)
See popular component choices, score breakdowns and rankings
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Motherboard: MSI MS-16Y1
| CPU |
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| Core i7-2670QMIntel $200Bench 56%, 51,169 samples | 8x |
| Core i5-2450MIntel $225Bench 49%, 51,836 samples | 6x |
| Core i5-2430MIntel $53Bench 50%, 41,461 samples | 5x |
| GPU |
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| HD 3000 (Mobile V1 1.1/1.2 GHz)IntelBench 2%, 209,058 samples | 19x |
| GeForce GT 540MNvidiaBench 3%, 15,328 samples | 5x |
| HD 3000 (Mobile V2 1.3 GHz)IntelBench 2%, 110,588 samples | 4x |
| EDIT WITH CUSTOM PC BUILDER | Value: 41% - Average | Total price: $350 |