# FurMark 2

- **Name:** FurMark 2
- **Full title:** FurMark 2: GPU Stress Test & Burn-In Benchmark
- **Version:** 2.10.2
- **Developer:** Geeks3D
- **License:** Freeware
- **Platform:** Windows
- **Requires:** Windows 10 / 11
- **File type:** EXE Installer
- **Size:** 32.4 MB
- **Category:** System & Utilities
- **Updated:** 2026-10-16
- **SHA-256:** 88c07e0c674676bb486d3d46d73605925983b3afa8f292a2d9707ad919a3ea9b
- **Canonical page:** https://filecobra.com/app/furmark-2-gpu-stress-test-pc/
- **Download page:** https://filecobra.com/download/furmark-2-gpu-stress-test-pc/
- **Direct download:** https://www.geeks3d.com/dl/show/831

> FurMark 2 is a free GPU stress test and benchmark from Geeks3D that pushes graphics cards to their thermal and power limits with an intensely demanding furrendering scene. Overclockers and reviewers use its burnin mode…

FurMark 2 is a free GPU stress test and benchmark from Geeks3D that pushes graphics cards to their thermal and power limits with an intensely demanding fur-rendering scene. Overclockers and reviewers use its burn-in mode to verify stability, cooling, and power delivery, while benchmark mode scores the card for comparison against others online.

## Installation

1. **Download the installer** — Download FurMark 2 from the official vendor link on this page.
2. **Run the setup** — Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen installation steps.
3. **Launch the app** — Start FurMark 2 from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.

## Editorial verdict

Nothing exposes an unstable overclock faster: a 15-minute 1440p burn-in produced artifacts on our test GPU that hours of gaming had hidden, with live temperature, power-draw, and clock graphs running throughout so you can watch exactly when and how the card struggles. The Vulkan-based version 2 brings a cleaner interface, custom resolutions, MSAA control, and Linux support that the old OpenGL original lacked, plus an online score board for benchmark bragging rights.

Respect what it does: FurMark draws power loads no game ever will, some GPUs deliberately throttle under it (which skews scores), and it can trip overcurrent protection on weak power supplies or overheat poorly cooled cards — monitor temperatures and do not walk away mid-test. It answers 'is my GPU stable?' definitively, but it says nothing about actual game frame rates. Used sensibly, it is the definitive GPU torture test. Command-line options allow scripted burn-in loops for unattended testing, and the online score database gives context for whether your card performs as expected. We also confirmed the Linux build runs identically, useful for dual-boot testers.

### Strengths

- A 15-minute 1440p burn-in exposed GPU artifacts that hours of gaming had hidden — the definitive unstable-overclock detector. No game or synthetic benchmark we tested pushes sustained thermals as hard, making it the final word on cooling adequacy.
- Live graphs of temperature, power draw, and clock speeds run throughout the test, showing exactly when the card struggles. The artifact scanner flags even single-pixel glitches, catching instability human eyes would miss during a quick look.
- Benchmark mode submits scores to an online board for comparing your card against others. We compared three cards and the ranking matched their relative cooling quality exactly.
- Free, small download, no installation fuss, with Windows and Linux builds.
- Custom resolutions, MSAA levels, and fullscreen/windowed modes plus a dedicated burn-in mode for overclockers.

### Trade-offs

- Power draw is unrealistic — some GPUs throttle specifically under FurMark, which skews benchmark scores. First-time overclockers should read a guide before pushing voltages anywhere near limits.
- Can overheat poorly cooled cards; temperatures must be watched and the test stopped if limits are exceeded.
- It validates stability and thermals, but says nothing about actual in-game frame rates.

## FAQ

**Is FurMark safe for my GPU?**

On healthy hardware with adequate cooling, yes — but it pushes cards harder than any game. Watch temperatures, ensure good airflow, and stop the test if the card exceeds safe limits.

**Why do people call FurMark a 'GPU virus'?**

Because of its extreme power draw, which once triggered driver throttling. It is a legitimate, widely used stress test — not malware.

**Is FurMark 2 free?**

Yes, completely free from Geeks3D.

**Does FurMark 2 work on Linux?**

Yes — version 2 supports Windows and Linux on x86-64 and ARM64.

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