Benchmark guidelines for Pixotope Graphics machines

This benchmark guide is provided by Pixotope to assist customers in testing and validating system performance. Results may vary depending on hardware configurations, software versions, and environmental conditions. These tests serve as a baseline for system evaluation, but may not represent all possible production scenarios. For optimal results, please ensure proper hardware setup and environmental conditions as specified in our documentation.

Important: Before proceeding, ensure your system meets all hardware and software requirements specified in the Hardware and software environment guide

Hardware Stability Test (Cinebench 2024)

Setup

1. Download Cinebench 2024 benchmark tool from Maxon → https://www.maxon.net/en/downloads/cinebench-2024-downloads

2. Extract the files

3. Launch Cinebench.exe

Test Procedure

Prepare

1. Launch Director with the Health panel open

2. Open Task Manager for CPU clock speed monitoring

3. In Cinebench, navigate to File > Advanced Test

Test the configuration

1. Set test duration to 30 minutes for stability verification

2. Run each test

   • GPU Test

   • CPU Multi Core Test

   • CPU Single Core Test

Monitor during tests

• Monitor Pixotope Health Panel for:

  • GPU utilization

  • Temperature trends

• Watch Task Manager for:

  • CPU boost clock speeds (should approach manufacturer's stated speeds)

• Verify temperatures remain stable and don't gradually increase near test end

Performance Targets

Expected minimum scores for our recommended Hardware:

• GPU: 30,000+

• CPU Multi Core: 1,100+

• CPU Single Core: 90+

Monitoring Requirements

• Monitor temperatures throughout testing

• Verify CPU reaches expected boost clock speeds

• Monitor both GPU and CPU temperatures throughout

• Pay special attention to temperature stability in final minutes

• Document any thermal throttling or performance degradation

Pixotope Performance Verification

Scene Setup

1. Download Pixotope Exterior Scene from Pixotope Cloud > Downloads > Example Projects

2. Open the scene in Director

Video I/O Testing

1. Connect and assign video input and output devices in Director > SETUP > Routing

2. Set Output to UHD

3. Launch scene in Live mode with:

   • TAA set to 130% - Director > Live > Camera Effects

   • Rain effect activated via the Level’s Control Panel

4. Leave it running uninterrupted for at least 1–2 hours

Performance Monitoring

Monitor via Health panel:

• GPU utilization

• Temperature (keep below 70°C)

• FPS stability at desired frame rate

• I/O card temperatures

Warning Signs

• GPU utilization above 90%

• Rising temperatures

• FPS drops

• Visual stuttering

• Warning states in Health Panel

Documentation

Record for both tests:

1. Temperature readings

2. Performance scores/metrics

3. Any anomalies or issues

4. System specifications

Support and Review

1. Send benchmark results to Pixotope Support for review

2. Include:

   • All documented metrics

   • System specifications

   • Any observed issues or concerns

   • Test environment details

For any questions about the benchmark process or results, please contact Pixotope Support. Our team is ready to assist you in ensuring optimal system performance for your Pixotope implementation.