- The benchmark test runs automatically after you reassemble a PC — it grades the whole build and decides the ticket payout.
- Balanced parts win: pair CPU and GPU of the same tier, or the score drops below a matched mid-tier build.
- Loose screws and unplugged cables are the top reasons a benchmark fails after a clean repair.
- Higher-tier parts push scores up, and higher scores unlock the biggest repair payouts.
- Run a benchmark on every full build — it is the fastest way to catch a part you forgot to seat.
What the Benchmark Test Does in Fix PCs
The benchmark test is the final gate of every repair order in Fix PCs. Once the panel is back on and the PC is plugged in, the machine runs a scoring pass that grades the whole build — and the ticket only pays out when the benchmark passes. It turns "I think it's fixed" into a number, and that number is tied directly to your Cash reward.
The score weighs three things: the tier of the parts you installed, how balanced the build is across CPU, GPU, RAM, storage, and PSU, and whether every part is fully seated — screws tightened and cables connected.
Whole-PC builds, customer upgrades, and high-payout tickets all lean on the benchmark score. Loose-cable fixes and quick swaps barely move it, so save your premium parts for build orders.
What Each Part Contributes
| Component | Effect on Benchmark Score | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | High — must match GPU tier | An entry CPU caps the score of a flagship GPU build |
| GPU | High — biggest single boost | Premium GPUs drive the score customers pay for |
| RAM | Medium — cheap to keep stocked | Low-cost score insurance on every build |
| Storage | Medium — fixes slow-boot complaints | Easy upgrade when a ticket names slow load times |
| PSU | Gate — enables high-end parts | Underpowered PSU cannot feed flagship builds |
A flagship GPU next to a Stock CPU scores lower than a balanced mid-tier pairing. The benchmark punishes unbalanced builds — check the tier of the matching part before you upgrade just one side.
How Part Tiers Translate Into Scores
Every one of the 192 parts in Fix PCs belongs to a tier band, and the benchmark reads those tiers directly. Knowing the bands tells you what score a build can reach before you even install anything.
| Tier Band | Typical Parts | Score Range | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | High-End Overclockable CPU, flagship GPUs | Maximum | Endgame flagship builds, top payouts |
| A | Mid-Tier 6-Core CPU, GTX-class GPUs | Strong | Repeatable high-pay orders from Level 10+ |
| B | Mid-range processors and GPUs | Solid | Standard tickets on a budget |
| C | Stock CPU, entry GPU | Passing | Starter tickets only |
Early Game (Level 1–5)
- Stock parts pass starter tickets
- Entry GPU does the heavy lifting
- Save cash for tools first
Mid Game (Level 10+)
- Mid-Tier 6-Core CPU is your workhorse
- Pair it with a GTX-class GPU
- Best profit per benchmarked order
Late Game (Level 25+)
- High-End CPU unlocked at Level 15
- Combine with a flagship GPU
- Max benchmark rating and payout
Keep roughly equal quantities of CPUs and GPUs on your shelves. Customer upgrades usually replace both at once, and running out of either mid-ticket stalls your progress.
How to Run a Benchmark Test: Step-by-Step
Follow this exact sequence on every build. Most benchmark failures are seating mistakes from skipped steps, not bad parts.
Read the repair ticket
Check whether the ticket names specific parts or a performance target. Requirements override your preferences — installing the wrong part means redoing the whole job.
Diagnose and swap the faulty parts
Run the diagnostic tool to confirm which components failed, then replace them at the workbench with parts in the same tier band as the rest of the build.
Screw every part down fully
Tighten the screws on the new CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage until each one is seated. A single loose screw keeps the part from counting as installed.
Plug in every cable
Reconnect power and data cables — especially the PSU lines. Half-connected cables are the most common cause of a benchmark that will not start.
Close the panel, power on, and run the benchmark
Reattach the side panel, plug the PC in, and boot it. The benchmark runs automatically — a passing score completes the ticket and pays out.
If the new part is not recognized or the benchmark fails, re-check every other component — especially PSU cabling — and confirm no screws are left loose. Fix PCs requires screws and cables fully tightened before a part counts as installed.
Interpreting Benchmark Results
The benchmark tells you more than pass or fail. Use this table to turn a weak score into a fix.
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Score below the ticket target | Unbalanced CPU/GPU tiers | Swap one side so both sit in the same band |
| Benchmark will not start | Loose or missing cable | Re-seat PSU and data cables |
| Part shows "not installed" | Loose screws | Tighten the part's screws at the workbench |
| Score drops after swapping a part | Tier mismatch with the rest of the build | Match the new part to the existing tiers |
| Pass but payout feels low | Ticket used cheap parts | Save premium stock for high-pay tickets |
Judge each build against its own ticket, not against your best run. A starter build passing on Stock parts is a win — flagship scores belong to flagship orders.
High scores come from high-tier parts, and high-tier parts cost Cash. Check the ticket payout before installing premium parts — never spend $380 on a CPU for a ticket that pays pennies.
Pre-Benchmark Checklist
Before You Run the Benchmark:
- All faulty parts swapped for the correct tier
- Every screw tightened on CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage
- PSU and data cables fully plugged in
- CPU tier matched to GPU tier
- Side panel reattached and PC powered on
- Ticket payout checked against part cost
FAQ
Q: What is a benchmark test in Fix PCs?
The benchmark test is the final scoring pass that runs when you power on a repaired PC. It grades the whole build on part tiers, balance, and seating, and the ticket only pays out once it passes.
Q: Why did my benchmark score drop after a repair?
Almost always a tier mismatch or a seating issue. Check that the new part matches the tier of the rest of the build, then re-tighten its screws and re-seat its cables before running the test again.
Q: How do I get a higher benchmark score in Fix PCs?
Install higher-tier parts in balanced pairs — a High-End CPU next to a flagship GPU scores highest. Balanced mid-tier builds outscore lopsided flagship builds, so upgrade both sides together.
Q: Does the benchmark test affect my payout?
Yes. The benchmark gates every ticket, and builds with premium parts score higher, which unlocks the biggest repair rewards. Failed benchmarks must be fixed before the order pays out.