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Novabench

Novabench is a benchmark and network test suite for evaluating, comparing, and understanding computer performance.

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#6 of 73
Score
7.1
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What Novabench is

Novabench is a benchmark and network test suite for evaluating, comparing, and understanding computer performance. Its desktop application runs tests for CPU, GPU, memory, storage, and supported NPU performance on Windows, macOS, and Linux. An AI test measures local language model performance on compatible CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs; network tools cover speed measurements, traceroute, and DNS benchmarking. The free plan includes CPU, GPU, and VRAM stress tests, and results can be compared against a database of millions of results. The software can also run fully offline, and free testing does not require an account. Results can be exported as CSV, JSON, or PDF reports, with CLI or automation options available. Novabench says it limits collected data and has completed a SOC 2 Type 2 audit covering Security, Confidentiality, and Availability. Paid options add capabilities such as recurring tests, monitoring, fuller reports, and parallel stress testing. The Free plan costs nothing; Plus Monthly is $6 a month, Plus is $36 a year, and Pro is $216 a year.

Good

  • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • Free plan includes CPU, GPU, and VRAM stress tests.
  • Can operate fully offline.
  • Free testing does not require an account.
  • Exports CSV, JSON, and PDF reports.

Watch out

  • Parallel stress testing is a Pro feature.
  • Sensor and battery history logging is in Plus.
  • Free plan is described for personal use.

Who it suits

Novabench suits people who want to benchmark a personal computer across several hardware components, with optional network and AI tests. Its Novabench for Work offering is aimed at IT professionals seeking an endpoint performance suite.

Verdict

Novabench offers a free way to assess multiple system components and compare results, with offline use and report exports. Paid plans add monitoring and more advanced testing options.

Plans and prices

From Novabench's own pricing page, checked 11 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
FreeFreePersonal use · Full benchmark suite · Basic reporting · Optional result submission
Plus Monthly$6 a monthFull Plus access · Cancel anytime · Billed monthly
Plus$36 a yearFor all your computers · Full reports · System monitoring · Performance trends · $36/year
Pro$216 a yearFor all computers you work on · Portable mode · CSV export · Parallel stress testing · Battery rundown testing · $216/year

The facts

Each one read from Novabench's own pages, with the date it was checked.

What it does

AI benchmark
Its AI test measures local language model performance on compatible CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs.checked 11 Oct 2026
Comparison
Novabench provides comparison reports against millions of results, with more detailed comparison tools in Plus and Pro.checked 11 Oct 2026
Comparison database
Yeschecked 24 Sep 2026
Hardware tests
The benchmark suite tests CPU, GPU, memory, storage, and supported NPU performance.checked 11 Oct 2026
Intended users
Novabench describes its free plan as for personal use and Novabench for Work as an endpoint performance suite for IT professionals.checked 11 Oct 2026
Monitoring
Plus includes sensor and battery history logging and recurring benchmark and network tests.checked 11 Oct 2026
Network testing
Network tests include speed measurements, traceroute, and DNS benchmarking.checked 11 Oct 2026
Offline use
Novabench can operate in a fully offline mode.checked 11 Oct 2026
Operating systems
Windows,macOS,Linuxchecked 24 Sep 2026
Privacy
Novabench says it limits the data it collects, and Free testing does not require an account.checked 11 Oct 2026
Product
Novabench is a benchmark and network test suite for testing, comparing, and understanding system performance.checked 11 Oct 2026
Security
Novabench says it has completed a SOC 2 Type 2 audit covering Security, Confidentiality, and Availability.checked 11 Oct 2026
Security limitation
The maker says Novabench is a testing tool that cannot configure or remotely manage systems.checked 11 Oct 2026
Stress testing
Free includes CPU, GPU, and VRAM stress tests, while Pro adds parallel stress testing.checked 11 Oct 2026
Support
Support is available through documentation, support chat, and [email protected].checked 11 Oct 2026
Workload areas
CPU,GPU,RAM,diskchecked 24 Sep 2026

The company

Company
The maker identifies itself as Novabench Inc. and says it is registered in Canada with its registered office in Vancouver, British Columbia.checked 11 Oct 2026
Headquarters
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canadachecked 28 Sep 2026

Money

Free plan
Yeschecked 24 Sep 2026

Where it runs

Platforms
Novabench offers downloads for Windows 10 or 11, macOS 12 or higher, and most Linux distributions from 2022 onward.checked 11 Oct 2026

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