Algorithmic qubits (#AQ)

The number of qubits a machine can use successfully across a set of standard algorithms, based on the QED-C application benchmarks.

When results can be compared

Defined and mostly reported by IonQ. The test suite has changed over time, so compare only results that name the same version.

Where it comes from

IonQ, building on the QED-C application-oriented benchmarks. Note: Defined by IonQ, a hardware maker.

Type
Benchmark, application level
Unit
algorithmic qubits
Better is
Higher
Applies to
gate-based machines

Results

Set-up: ionq aq. Only these results are compared with each other.
Machine ValueSet-upPublishedMeasured byGradeRecord
IonQ Tempo 64 ionq aq 25 Sep 2025 Maker C r-000025
IonQ Forte 29 ionq aq 7 Nov 2024 Maker B r-000029
IonQ Forte 36 ionq aq – Maker C r-000028

References