If you're into benchmarking your PCs, you can now grab the latest release of the popular Cinebench tool on the Microsoft Store. It looks like Cinebench Release 20 first hit Microsoft's store for Windows 10 in March, but it flew a bit under the radar.
Cinebench Release 20 brings more complex and powerful tests for your computer to handle. Compared to Cinebench Release 15, version 20 packs a "much larger and more complex test scene," requiring eight times the computational power and four times the memory to render it, according to its description. Other enhancements include:
- Cinebench R20 and Cinema 4D R20 incorporate the latest rendering architectures, including integration of Intel's Embree raytracing technology and advanced features on modern CPUs from AMD and Intel that allow users to render the same scene on the same hardware twice as fast as previously.
- Cinebench R20 provides improved benchmark accuracy for current and next generation CPUs to test if a machine runs stable on a high CPU load, if the cooling solution of a desktop or notebook is sufficient for longer running tasks to deliver the full potential of the CPU, and if a machine is able to handle demanding real-life 3D tasks.
If you're interested in giving your PC a whirl with Cinebench Release 20, you can grab it now from the Microsoft Store.
Cheap PC accessories we love
Take a gander at these awesome PC accessories, all of which will enhance your Windows experience.
Anker 4 port USB 3.0 hub ($10 at Amazon)
Whether on a desktop or laptop PC, you always need more ports to connect things to. This hub gives you an additional four USB 3.0 Type A ports.
Ikea Fixa Cable Management System ($11 at Amazon)
This IKEA cable management kit is your ticket to a clean setup. It's simple and functional.
NZXT Puck ($20 at Amazon)
This clever little accessory has powerful magnets on the rear to make it stick to any of the metal panels on your PC case or anything else. It's great for hanging accessories like headsets.
