| PC Status | Overall this PC is performing as expected (59th percentile). This means that out of 100 PCs with exactly the same components, 41 performed better. The overall PC percentile is the average of each of its individual components. |
| 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 57.6%, this CPU's suitability for 3D gaming is average. |
| Graphics | 32.5% is a below average 3D score (RTX 2060S = 100%). This GPU can handle older games but it will struggle to render recent games at resolutions greater than 1080p. (Note: general computing tasks don't require 3D graphics) |
| Boot Drive | 91% 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 | 8GB is enough RAM to run any version of Windows and it's sufficient for the vast majority of games. 8GB is also enough for moderate file and system caches which result in a very responsive system. |
| OS Version | Although Windows 10 is not the most recent version of Windows, it remains a great option. |
Very high background CPU (100%). High background CPU reduces benchmark accuracy. How to reduce background CPU. CPU throttled at 79% 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.
| System | Dell Inspiron 3521 (all builds) |
| Motherboard | Dell 018DYG |
| Memory | 4.4 GB free of 8 GB @ 1.6 GHz |
| Display | 1920 x 1080 - 32 Bit colors, , 1366 x 768 - 32 Bit colors |
| OS | Windows 10 |
| BIOS Date | 20150731 |
| Uptime | 2 Days |
| Run Date | Jun 06 '20 at 17:27 |
| Run Duration | 114 Seconds |
| Run User | USA-User |
| Background CPU | 100% |
| CPU Throttled | 79% |
PC Performing as expected (59th percentile)
Actual performance vs. expectations. The graphs show user score (x) vs user score frequency (y).
| Processor | Bench | Normal | Heavy | Server |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intel Core i7-3537U
U3E1, 1 CPU, 2 cores, 4 threads
Base clock 2.5 GHz, turbo 2.9 GHz (avg)
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57.6%
Above average
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54% 88.5 Pts
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26% 190 Pts
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11% 183 Pts
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| Graphics Card | Bench | 3D DX9 | 3D DX10 | 3D DX11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nvidia GTX 960-$198
CLim: 1455 MHz, MLim: 1752 MHz, Ram: 2GB, Driver: 446.14
Performing below potential (65th percentile) - GPU OC Guide |
32.5%
Below average
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33% 36 fps
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31% 38.3 fps
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| Drive | Bench | Sequential | Random 4k | Deep queue 4k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Crucial MX500 500GB-$53
347GB free (System drive)
Firmware: M3CR023
SusWrite @10s intervals: 333 389 409 424 375 365 MB/s
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91%
Outstanding
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97% 432 MB/s
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107% 37.2 MB/s
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233% 325 MB/s
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| Memory Kit | Bench | Multi core | Single core | Latency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hynix HMT451S6AFR8A-PB CT51264BF160BJ.C8F 8GB
1600, 1600 MHz
4096, 4096 MB
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50.4%
Above average
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51% 17.8 GB/s
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38% 13.3 GB/s
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52% 76.7 ns
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System Memory Latency Ladder
L1/L2/L3 CPU cache and main memory (DIMM) access latencies in nano seconds
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System: Dell Inspiron 3521
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| Core i3-3217UIntelBench 43%, 28,188 samples | 655x |
| Core i5-3337UIntelBench 47%, 33,616 samples | 341x |
| Core i3-3227UIntelBench 45%, 7,282 samples | 304x |
| EDIT WITH CUSTOM PC BUILDER | Value: 21% - Poor | Total price: $28 |