Once you have downloaded and extracted the tool, follow these steps to get accurate results.
Now, go stress that GPU. Can your rig survive the Metro?
Unlike modern benchmarks (like 3DMark Time Spy) which run for 90 seconds, the Metro 2033 loop runs for roughly 3-4 minutes of heavy combat and scene changes. It is excellent for detecting:
You can download the Metro 2033 benchmark tool from the official website of 4A Games or other reliable sources like Steam or GOG.
Right-click the file and select to ensure it has permission to write log files.
The is a standalone utility that stress-tests your graphics card and CPU using the game’s actual rendering engine. It’s widely used by overclockers, reviewers, and enthusiasts to measure real-world DirectX 10/11 performance. Unlike running the full game, the benchmark provides repeatable, detailed results quickly.
Note: The Redux version runs on a newer engine (Last Light engine), so the results differ slightly from the original 2010 tool. For pure "legacy" testing, use Method 1.
For newer systems (Windows 10/11), running the executable in Windows 8 Compatibility Mode and as an Administrator can prevent crashes.
: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Metro 2033 Redux\ (or Metro 2033 for the original version)
MSAA provides sharper image quality but introduces a massive performance tax.
While Metro Exodus and its upgraded Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition (with heavily upgraded ray tracing and DLSS technology) represent the modern benchmarks for 4A Games, the original Metro 2033 Benchmark Tool is still actively used by the PC community.