SPECrate

SPECrate is a benchmark developed by the Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation (SPEC) designed to measure the throughput of a system under a specific workload. It is often used to evaluate the performance of servers and high-performance computing systems. Unlike benchmarks that focus on a single task, SPECrate aims to simulate a realistic workload by running multiple instances of a program concurrently. The score represents the number of concurrent jobs or tasks that the system can successfully complete within a defined time period, adhering to specific criteria for correctness.

The SPECrate benchmark suite includes a variety of application workloads, such as those found in scientific computing, financial modeling, and data analysis. This diversity allows for a comprehensive assessment of a system's ability to handle parallel processing and manage resources effectively. Systems are typically tested with a specified number of "leveled" copies of the benchmark, meaning that the workload is scaled to stress the system's capabilities. A higher SPECrate score indicates a greater number of tasks completed, signifying better overall system throughput for that particular workload. It's important to note that SPECrate scores are specific to the benchmark version, hardware configuration, and operating system used during testing.