Bench-a-Thon Returns: Get Ready for 3DMark Solar Bay Extreme Battle Rigs Challenge!

Welcome to the Bench-a-Thon!

The Bench-a-Thon initiative was inspired by our dedicated follower, Geno, also known as Genogerian Progerian. Originally devised to foster interaction among our readers based on their PC builds, we are thrilled to announce its return after several years.

For many of you who have accompanied us from the start, this event is a nostalgic opportunity to reconnect and showcase your builds; newcomers will find an exciting platform that highlights community engagement within the PC Master Race (PCMR).Each Bench-a-Thon revolves around a user-friendly benchmarking tool. This year, we’re featuring 3DMark Solar Bay Extreme, the most recent benchmark developed by UL Benchmarks.

3DMark Solar Bay Extreme in a futuristic space setting with robotic arms.

Over the last nine years, the landscape of hardware has transformed dramatically. Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) have shifted focus from merely rendering graphics to handling various applications such as artificial intelligence (AI) — emphasizing the need for advanced computing capabilities. The 3DMark Solar Bay Extreme benchmark leverages native APIs like DirectX 12 on Windows, specifically designed for ray tracing workloads, enabling users to gauge their systems’ performance with current gaming titles.

3DMark Solar Bay Extreme DirectX 12 Bench-a-Thon Guidelines

To maintain consistency among all participants while running the benchmark, please adhere to the following rules:

Launch 3DMark, select Solar Bay Extreme, and refrain from altering any settings.
Execute the 3DMark Solar Bay Extreme DirectX 12 Benchmark.
Post your validation link in the comments section.
Document your CPU and GPU overclocks to ensure accurate representation.[A screenshot is preferred]
Multiple submissions are welcome and encouraged!

[A Quick Note from Hassan] I wanted to share a preliminary submission with an overclocked RTX 5090.

3DMark benchmark screen displaying Solar Bay Extreme score 57, 278 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. — Benchmark Details

The overclock settings applied for the GPU and CPU adhered to default parameters:

MSI Afterburner displaying NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 settings including clock, voltage, and fan controls.

[Wrapping Up]

This is your unique chance to showcase your machine and engage in some friendly competition with fellow enthusiasts. While our regular comment section might diverge into various topics, the Bench-a-Thon promises to keep the focus sharp and relevant. Enjoy your participation, and may the best build win!

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