Top500

TOP500 is a globally recognized initiative dedicated to ranking the world’s most powerful supercomputers. Established in 1993, the project originated to update supercomputer statistics using a simple yet effective benchmarking approach based on the Linpack algorithm. This method evaluates systems solely on their ability to solve linear equations, ensuring that any supercomputer can be listed as long as it meets specific performance criteria.

Offering biannual updates, TOP500 compiles comprehensive data on various architectures, manufacturers, and advancements in high-performance computing (HPC). The project not only focuses on performance metrics but also serves as a critical tool for understanding trends in HPC technologies over more than two decades. With a commitment to transparency and reliability, TOP500 will continue to leverage the Linpack benchmark, which has proven invaluable for gauging the performance and stability of new systems. This approach fosters healthy competition among manufacturers and encourages innovation within the global supercomputing community.