Benchmarking your Linux VPS is essential to assess its performance, especially when comparing different server configurations or providers. Geekbench 6 offers a comprehensive suite of tests to evaluate CPU and GPU performance across various platforms. This guide will walk you through the steps to install and run Geekbench 6 on your Linux VPS.
Prerequisites
Before proceeding, ensure your VPS meets the following requirements:
- Operating System: Ubuntu 18.04 LTS (64-bit) or later
- Access: Root or sudo privileges.
Step-by-Step Installation Guide
1. Connect to Your VPS
Use SSH to connect to your VPS
root@your_vps_ipReplace your_vps_ip with your server’s IP address.
2. Navigate to the Downloads Directory
It’s a good practice to download files to the Downloads directory:
cd ~/Downloads
3. Download Geekbench 6
Use wget to download the latest version of Geekbench 6:
wget https://cdn.geekbench.com/Geekbench-6.2.1-Linux.tar.gz
4. Extract the Downloaded Archive
Unpack the tar.gz file
tar xf Geekbench-6.2.1-Linux.tar.gz
5. Navigate to the Geekbench Directory
cd Geekbench-6.2.1-Linux
6. Run Geekbench 6
./geekbench6
The benchmarking process will begin, running a series of tests to evaluate your VPS’s performance.
Viewing and Interpreting Results
Upon completion, Geekbench will provide a URL to view your results
Visit the following link and view your results online:
https://browser.geekbench.com/v6/cpu/your_result_idClicking on the link will display detailed information, including single-core and multi-core scores, which you can use to compare with other systems.
Conclusion
By following this guide, you’ve successfully installed and run Geekbench 6 on your Linux VPS. Regular benchmarking helps in monitoring performance changes over time and making informed decisions about upgrades or migrations.