FurMark is a popular graphics card stress testing and benchmarking utility designed specifically for testing GPU stability and performance. Developed by Geeks3D, this software is often called "GPU burner" due to its intensive workload on graphics cards.
The program creates a synthetic load by rendering a furry ring (hence the name "FurMark") using OpenGL. This puts extreme stress on the GPU, testing its stability under maximum load and high temperatures. FurMark is commonly used to:
While FurMark is a powerful testing tool, users should be careful when running it, as the intense workload can potentially damage inadequately cooled or unstable graphics cards. It's recommended to monitor GPU temperatures closely during testing.
The software is free to download and features a simple, user-friendly interface that makes it accessible for both beginners and advanced users.
| FurMark Characteristics | Description |
|---|---|
| Basic Information | |
| Developer | Geeks3D |
| Initial Release | 2007 |
| Latest Version | 1.30.0.0 |
| Operating System | Windows |
| License | Freeware |
| File Size | ~8 MB |
| Main Purpose | |
| Primary Function | GPU stress testing and benchmarking |
| Testing Type | Extreme thermal and stability testing |
| Graphics Load | Maximum possible GPU load (100%) |
| Key Features | |
| Temperature Monitoring | Real-time GPU temperature tracking |
| Clock Speed Display | Shows current GPU clock speeds |
| Power Consumption | Monitors GPU power usage |
| Custom Resolution | Adjustable testing resolution |
| Preset Modes | Multiple built-in testing scenarios |
| Burn-in Testing | Long-duration stability testing |
| Testing Options | |
| Resolution Settings | From 640x480 to 8K |
| Anti-aliasing | 0x to 8x MSAA |
| Dynamic Camera | Adjustable camera movement |
| Custom Time | User-defined test duration |
| Monitoring Features | |
| GPU Temperature | Real-time temperature tracking |
| Fan Speed | Fan RPM monitoring |
| Frame Rate | FPS counter and logging |
| Power Draw | Power consumption monitoring |
| Safety Features | |
| Temperature Limits | Built-in temperature warnings |
| Emergency Shutdown | Automatic stop at critical temperatures |
| Stability Checks | Continuous stability monitoring |
| User Interface | |
| GUI Style | Simple and straightforward |
| Control Panel | Easy-to-use settings panel |
| Results Display | Real-time performance metrics |
| Benchmark Scores | Final score after test completion |
| System Requirements | |
| Minimum OS | Windows XP |
| Recommended OS | Windows 10/11 |
| GPU Support | NVIDIA, AMD, Intel graphics |
| DirectX Version | DirectX 9.0c or higher |
| Additional Tools | |
| Screenshot Function | Built-in screenshot capability |
| Logging | Detailed test result logging |
| Comparison Tools | Benchmark result comparison |
| Export Options | Data export functionality |
| Common Uses | |
| Stability Testing | Testing GPU stability |
| Overclocking | Validating overclock settings |
| Temperature Testing | Checking cooling efficiency |
| Performance Benchmarking | Comparing GPU performance |
| Advantages | |
| Reliability | Highly reliable stress testing |
| Ease of Use | User-friendly interface |
| Comprehensive Data | Detailed performance metrics |
| Free Usage | No cost for basic features |
| Limitations | |
| Extreme Load | Can be dangerous if used improperly |
| Power Consumption | High power usage during tests |
| Temperature Risk | Potential for overheating |
| Limited Features | Basic feature set compared to paid alternatives |
