Benchmarks: meaning, definitions and examples

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benchmarks

 

[ ˈbɛn(t)ʃˌmɑːrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

performance evaluation

Benchmarks are standards or points of reference used for comparison or measurement of performance or quality.

Synonyms

criteria, reference points, standards

Examples of usage

  • Companies use benchmarks to assess their progress and performance.
  • The industry benchmarks help companies set realistic goals.
  • Teachers use benchmarks to evaluate students' progress.
  • Performance benchmarks are essential for measuring success in business.
  • Setting benchmarks allows for tracking and improvement over time.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

In computing, benchmarks are tests or programs used to assess the performance of hardware or software.

Synonyms

evaluations, performance measures, tests

Examples of usage

  • Tech companies use benchmarks to compare the speed of different processors.
  • Running benchmarks can help identify bottlenecks in the system.
  • Gamers often use benchmarks to optimize their gaming experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "benchmarks" in other languages:

🇵🇹 marcos de referência

🇮🇳 मानदंड

🇩🇪 Benchmarks

🇮🇩 tolok ukur

🇺🇦 еталони

🇵🇱 punkty odniesienia

🇯🇵 ベンチマーク

🇫🇷 points de référence

🇪🇸 puntos de referencia

🇹🇷 kıyaslamalar

🇰🇷 벤치마크

🇸🇦 معايير

🇨🇿 benchmarky

🇸🇰 referenčné body

🇨🇳 基准

🇸🇮 merila

🇮🇸 viðmið

🇰🇿 өлшемдер

🇬🇪 სასწორები

🇦🇿 meyarlar

🇲🇽 puntos de referencia

Etymology

The term 'benchmark' originated from the practice of using a physical mark on a workbench as a point of reference for measurement. Over time, it evolved to represent any standard or point of reference for comparison or evaluation. In the computing context, benchmarks became crucial for assessing the performance of hardware and software components.

See also: bench, benches, benchmark, benchtop.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,743, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.