# Tests & Benchmarks

- Link: https://opensourcecad.nl/tests-benchmarks/
- Published: 2026-10-15T21:42:20+02:00
- Author: admin

# Test Results & Benchmarks

Standardized, reproducible benchmarks across open-source **mechanical CAD** tools.
Each test follows a defined protocol with measurable outcomes. Architecture/BIM 
and electronics tools are listed for reference but not actively benchmarked.

## Mechanical Tests (Active)

### 󠀁[⚙️ Modeling Speed](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * Sketch → constrain → feature benchmark
 * Parametric regeneration time
 * Feature tree depth vs. performance

### 󠀁[⚙️ Assembly Handling](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * Mate constraints & motion
 * BOM generation accuracy
 * Large assembly (100+ parts) performance

### 󠀁[⚙️ CAM Workflow](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * Toolpath generation quality
 * G-code output validation
 * Post-processor compatibility

### 󠀁[⚙️ Drawing Automation](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * TechDraw view creation speed
 * Dimension/annotation accuracy
 * Export fidelity (PDF, DXF, SVG)

### 󠀁[⚙️ STEP/IGES Fidelity](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * Round-trip with commercial CAD
 * Geometry & topology preservation
 * Attribute/metadata retention

### 󠀁[⚙️ Large Assembly Perf.](https://opensourcecad.nl/mechanical-product-design/)󠁿

 * 100+ parts regeneration time
 * Memory usage under load
 * Graphical performance (FPS)

## Reference Categories (Not Benchmarked)

_These categories are documented for context but do not have active test protocols._

### 󠀁[🏗️ BIM & Architecture](https://opensourcecad.nl/bim-architecture/)󠁿

 * IFC round-trip fidelity
 * Clash detection workflows
 * Quantity takeoff from model
 * Drawing production (plans, sections)

### 󠀁[🔌 Electronics & PCB](https://opensourcecad.nl/electronics-pcb/)󠁿

 * Schematic → PCB workflow
 * DRC/ERC rule coverage
 * Gerber/ODB++ manufacturing output
 * Simulation correlation

## Methodology

 * **Hardware baseline:** AMD Ryzen 9 / 64 GB RAM / RTX 4080 (disclosed per test)
 * **OS:** Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (native) + Windows 11 (where needed)
 * **Metrics:** Time-to-result, file size, error count, feature completeness
 * **Reproducibility:** Test scripts + input files published with results

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