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description: Learn how to evaluate your YOLOv8 model's performance in real-world scenarios using benchmark mode. Optimize speed, accuracy, and resource allocation across export formats. |
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keywords: model benchmarking, YOLOv8, Ultralytics, performance evaluation, export formats, ONNX, TensorRT, OpenVINO, CoreML, TensorFlow, optimization, mAP50-95, inference time |
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# Model Benchmarking with Ultralytics YOLO |
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<img width="1024" src="https://github.com/ultralytics/docs/releases/download/0/ultralytics-yolov8-ecosystem-integrations.avif" alt="Ultralytics YOLO ecosystem and integrations"> |
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## Introduction |
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Once your model is trained and validated, the next logical step is to evaluate its performance in various real-world scenarios. Benchmark mode in Ultralytics YOLOv8 serves this purpose by providing a robust framework for assessing the speed and [accuracy](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/accuracy) of your model across a range of export formats. |
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<strong>Watch:</strong> Ultralytics Modes Tutorial: Benchmark |
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## Why Is Benchmarking Crucial? |
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- **Informed Decisions:** Gain insights into the trade-offs between speed and accuracy. |
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- **Resource Allocation:** Understand how different export formats perform on different hardware. |
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- **Optimization:** Learn which export format offers the best performance for your specific use case. |
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- **Cost Efficiency:** Make more efficient use of hardware resources based on benchmark results. |
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### Key Metrics in Benchmark Mode |
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- **mAP50-95:** For [object detection](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/object-detection), segmentation, and pose estimation. |
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- **accuracy_top5:** For [image classification](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/image-classification). |
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- **Inference Time:** Time taken for each image in milliseconds. |
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### Supported Export Formats |
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- **ONNX:** For optimal CPU performance |
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- **TensorRT:** For maximal GPU efficiency |
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- **OpenVINO:** For Intel hardware optimization |
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- **CoreML, TensorFlow SavedModel, and More:** For diverse deployment needs. |
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* Export to ONNX or OpenVINO for up to 3x CPU speedup. |
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* Export to TensorRT for up to 5x GPU speedup. |
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## Usage Examples |
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Run YOLOv8n benchmarks on all supported export formats including ONNX, TensorRT etc. See Arguments section below for a full list of export arguments. |
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!!! example |
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=== "Python" |
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```python |
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from ultralytics.utils.benchmarks import benchmark |
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# Benchmark on GPU |
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benchmark(model="yolov8n.pt", data="coco8.yaml", imgsz=640, half=False, device=0) |
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``` |
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=== "CLI" |
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yolo benchmark model=yolov8n.pt data='coco8.yaml' imgsz=640 half=False device=0 |
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``` |
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## Arguments |
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Arguments such as `model`, `data`, `imgsz`, `half`, `device`, and `verbose` provide users with the flexibility to fine-tune the benchmarks to their specific needs and compare the performance of different export formats with ease. |
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| Key | Default Value | Description | |
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| `model` | `None` | Specifies the path to the model file. Accepts both `.pt` and `.yaml` formats, e.g., `"yolov8n.pt"` for pre-trained models or configuration files. | |
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| `data` | `None` | Path to a YAML file defining the dataset for benchmarking, typically including paths and settings for [validation data](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/validation-data). Example: `"coco8.yaml"`. | |
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| `imgsz` | `640` | The input image size for the model. Can be a single integer for square images or a tuple `(width, height)` for non-square, e.g., `(640, 480)`. | |
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| `half` | `False` | Enables FP16 (half-precision) inference, reducing memory usage and possibly increasing speed on compatible hardware. Use `half=True` to enable. | |
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| `int8` | `False` | Activates INT8 quantization for further optimized performance on supported devices, especially useful for edge devices. Set `int8=True` to use. | |
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| `device` | `None` | Defines the computation device(s) for benchmarking, such as `"cpu"`, `"cuda:0"`, or a list of devices like `"cuda:0,1"` for multi-GPU setups. | |
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| `verbose` | `False` | Controls the level of detail in logging output. A boolean value; set `verbose=True` for detailed logs or a float for thresholding errors. | |
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## Export Formats |
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Benchmarks will attempt to run automatically on all possible export formats below. |
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{% include "macros/export-table.md" %} |
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See full `export` details in the [Export](../modes/export.md) page. |
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## FAQ |
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### How do I benchmark my YOLOv8 model's performance using Ultralytics? |
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Ultralytics YOLOv8 offers a Benchmark mode to assess your model's performance across different export formats. This mode provides insights into key metrics such as [mean Average Precision](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/mean-average-precision-map) (mAP50-95), accuracy, and inference time in milliseconds. To run benchmarks, you can use either Python or CLI commands. For example, to benchmark on a GPU: |
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!!! example |
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=== "Python" |
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```python |
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from ultralytics.utils.benchmarks import benchmark |
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# Benchmark on GPU |
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benchmark(model="yolov8n.pt", data="coco8.yaml", imgsz=640, half=False, device=0) |
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``` |
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=== "CLI" |
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```bash |
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yolo benchmark model=yolov8n.pt data='coco8.yaml' imgsz=640 half=False device=0 |
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``` |
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For more details on benchmark arguments, visit the [Arguments](#arguments) section. |
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### What are the benefits of exporting YOLOv8 models to different formats? |
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Exporting YOLOv8 models to different formats such as ONNX, TensorRT, and OpenVINO allows you to optimize performance based on your deployment environment. For instance: |
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- **ONNX:** Provides up to 3x CPU speedup. |
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- **TensorRT:** Offers up to 5x GPU speedup. |
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- **OpenVINO:** Specifically optimized for Intel hardware. |
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These formats enhance both the speed and accuracy of your models, making them more efficient for various real-world applications. Visit the [Export](../modes/export.md) page for complete details. |
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### Why is benchmarking crucial in evaluating YOLOv8 models? |
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Benchmarking your YOLOv8 models is essential for several reasons: |
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- **Informed Decisions:** Understand the trade-offs between speed and accuracy. |
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- **Resource Allocation:** Gauge the performance across different hardware options. |
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- **Optimization:** Determine which export format offers the best performance for specific use cases. |
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- **Cost Efficiency:** Optimize hardware usage based on benchmark results. |
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Key metrics such as mAP50-95, Top-5 accuracy, and inference time help in making these evaluations. Refer to the [Key Metrics](#key-metrics-in-benchmark-mode) section for more information. |
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### Which export formats are supported by YOLOv8, and what are their advantages? |
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YOLOv8 supports a variety of export formats, each tailored for specific hardware and use cases: |
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- **ONNX:** Best for CPU performance. |
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- **TensorRT:** Ideal for GPU efficiency. |
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- **OpenVINO:** Optimized for Intel hardware. |
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- **CoreML & [TensorFlow](https://www.ultralytics.com/glossary/tensorflow):** Useful for iOS and general ML applications. |
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For a complete list of supported formats and their respective advantages, check out the [Supported Export Formats](#supported-export-formats) section. |
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### What arguments can I use to fine-tune my YOLOv8 benchmarks? |
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When running benchmarks, several arguments can be customized to suit specific needs: |
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- **model:** Path to the model file (e.g., "yolov8n.pt"). |
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- **data:** Path to a YAML file defining the dataset (e.g., "coco8.yaml"). |
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- **imgsz:** The input image size, either as a single integer or a tuple. |
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- **half:** Enable FP16 inference for better performance. |
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- **int8:** Activate INT8 quantization for edge devices. |
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- **device:** Specify the computation device (e.g., "cpu", "cuda:0"). |
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- **verbose:** Control the level of logging detail. |
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For a full list of arguments, refer to the [Arguments](#arguments) section.
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