AS SSD Benchmark is a free utility developed by Alex Intelligent Software that specializes in evaluating SSD performance. This tool measures various aspects of solid-state drives, including their reading and writing capabilities, overall performance metrics, and response times, providing users with comprehensive data about their storage devices. Due to its effectiveness in analyzing and helping optimize storage systems, it has become one of the top choices among professionals and enthusiasts for SSD testing and benchmarking.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | AS SSD Benchmark |
| Developer | Alex Intelligent Software |
| SSD (Solid State Drive) performance testing and benchmarking tool | |
| License | Freeware |
| Operating System | Windows (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, 11) |
| File Size | Approximately 250-300 KB |
| Interface Language | Multiple languages (English, German, etc.) |
| Key Features |
• Sequential read/write speed tests • Random 4K read/write tests • Random 4K-64 thread tests • Access time measurement • Compression benchmark • Copy benchmark (ISO, Program, Game files) • Overall performance score |
| Test Types |
• Sequential Test • 4K Random Test • 4K-64Thrd Test (64 threads) • Access Time Test |
| Test File Sizes | 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB (selectable) |
| Results Display |
• Read/Write speeds in MB/s • IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) • Access time in milliseconds • Overall score calculation |
| Additional Tests |
• Copy-Benchmark (ISO, Program, Game) • Compression-Benchmark (shows performance with compressible data) |
| Advantages |
• Lightweight and portable • No installation required • Quick and accurate results • Industry-standard benchmarking tool • Free to use • Simple, user-friendly interface |
| Limitations |
• Windows only • Basic interface (not modern UI) • Limited to SSD/HDD testing • No detailed SMART information |
| Use Cases |
• Testing new SSD performance • Comparing different drives • Verifying SSD health • Troubleshooting slow performance • Before/after system optimization tests |
| Score Interpretation |
• Higher scores indicate better performance • Sequential speeds important for large file transfers • 4K random speeds important for system responsiveness • Access time affects overall system feel |
| Recommended For |
• IT professionals • System builders • Hardware reviewers • PC enthusiasts • Anyone upgrading to SSD |
| Official Website | www.alex-is.de |
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