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fio vs AJA System Test: catalog facts
fio	AJA System Test
Free Free and open source.	Free Offered as a free download from AJA's product page.
Linux, Command line	Windows, macOS
Highly configurable workloads through job files Many I/O engines for different storage paths	Results are given in video terms such as resolution and codec Shows whether a drive can sustain recording and playback
Steep learning curve for new users Command-line only, no built-in graphical interface	Narrow focus on storage speed for video work Product page gives few technical details
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-2.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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