MemTest86 is the original, free, stand alone memory testing software for x86 and ARM computers.
MemTest86 boots from a USB flash drive and tests the RAM in your computer for faults using a series of comprehensive algorithms and test patterns.
PassMark MemTest86 supports all current technologies:
- 13 different RAM testing algorithms - including row hammer fault detection
- All RAM types supported (DDR2, DDR3, DDR4, DDR5, SODIMM, XMP, ECC)
- Self-booting off USB or Network (PXE) boot, without needing DOS, Linux nor Windows
- Optimized for UEFI-based x86/ARM systems
- Native 64-bit code (since version 5)
- ECC error detection & injection
- Secure Boot verified – Code signed by Microsoft
- Graphical interface with mouse input
- Save logs and create customizable HTML reports
- Full test automation via configuration file
- Support for memory blacklisting in Windows (badmemorylist) and Linux (BADRAM)