Primate Labs has announced Geekbench 2.2, an update to their cross-platform processor and memory benchmark solution for Mac OS X, Windows and Linux. The new version features an improved interface and includes a new hardware stress test that helps users determine if their computer is experiencing hardware problems.

Geekbench provides a set of benchmarks engineered to measure processor and memory performance. Version 2.2 includes a new command-line interface on Mac OS X and Windows. The command-line interface provides enterprise users, system administrators, and power users with a way to automate Geekbench.

Geekbench 2.2 is a free update for existing Geekbench users. New users can purchase a single-platform license for US$12.99 from the Mac App Store or the Primate Labs Store (http://www.primatelabs.ca/geekbench/) or a cross-platform license for $19.99 from the Primate Labs Store.