cinebench
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Description:
Hardware benchmarking utility
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2026@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: System utilities
Tags: benchmark hardware performance 3d-rendering utility
Install: brew install --cask cinebench
About:
Cinebench is a real-world cross-platform benchmarking tool that tests the hardware's ability to handle rendering workloads. It utilizes Maxon's Cinema 4D rendering engine to project a 3D scene, providing users with precise scores to compare CPU and OpenGL graphics performance. This utility is essential for users looking to stress-test their system or verify rendering speeds before purchasing hardware.
Key Features:
  • CPU rendering test based on Cinema 4D engine
  • OpenGL graphics performance assessment
  • Cross-platform comparison scores
  • Multi-core CPU utilization testing
Use Cases:
  • Stress testing system stability under heavy load
  • Comparing performance of different CPUs/GPUs
  • Verifying hardware performance for 3D rendering workflows
Alternatives:
  • Geekbench – Provides a broader range of synthetic tests beyond just rendering
  • Blender Benchmark – Open-source alternative focused specifically on Blender rendering performance
Version History
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Jan 24, 2026 11:48am 2026 0 VERSION_BUMP 80faa37c