| Benchmark | Workstation 16.2.5 | Workstation 17.0.0 (20800274) | Delta | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | NVMe Sequential Read (VM) | 1,200 MB/s | 3,400 MB/s | | | NVMe 4K Random IOPS | 78k | 142k | +82% | | Sysbench CPU (Prime) | 18.2 sec | 17.9 sec | negligible | | VM snapshot creation (8 GB RAM) | 11.3 sec | 4.1 sec | -64% | | VM resume from suspend | 8.2 sec | 2.3 sec | -72% |
This article covers its significance, installation, features, system requirements, and performance benchmarks for professional virtualization users. Introduction: A New Benchmark in Local Virtualization Released in late 2022, VMware Workstation Pro 17.0.0 Build 20800274 marked a significant leap forward for desktop hypervisors. While many organizations have shifted toward cloud-based virtualization, the need for a robust, local Type-2 hypervisor remains critical for developers, security analysts, sysadmins, and IT professionals. VMware Workstation Pro 17.0.0 Build 20800274 -x...
This build – identified by the unique build number – is not merely a minor patch. It represents VMware’s response to modern hardware trends: increased core counts, PCIe 4.0/5.0 storage, virtual TPM 2.0, and the sunset of legacy virtual hardware. | Benchmark | Workstation 16
Control Panel → Uninstall → VMware Workstation Pro → Reboot → Use CCleaner to remove leftover registry keys under HKLM\SOFTWARE\VMware, Inc. This build – identified by the unique build