var newArr = ['1', '2', '3', '4'];
!!newArr.length
newArr.length > 0
--enable-precise-memory-info
flag.
Test case name | Result |
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Test1 | |
Test2 |
Test name | Executions per second |
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Test1 | 17003374.0 Ops/sec |
Test2 | 17199658.0 Ops/sec |
Let's break down what's being tested in the provided benchmark.
Benchmark Definition
The benchmark is testing two different approaches to check if an array has at least one element:
!!newArr.length
(equivalent to newArr.length > 0
)newArr.length > 0
Both expressions are equivalent and use the double-not operator (!!
) to convert the result of the comparison to a boolean value.
Options Compared
The benchmark is comparing two different options:
!!
) to force a boolean conversion.Pros and Cons of Each Approach
!!
: This approach ensures that the result is always a boolean value, regardless of the browser's implementation. However, it can add unnecessary overhead due to the extra operation.!!
: This approach relies on the browser's implicit conversion rules, which may vary between browsers. In this case, the benchmark uses Safari 14, but other browsers might behave differently.Library Used
The benchmark doesn't use any external libraries. It only defines two simple expressions using JavaScript.
Special JS Features or Syntax
There are no special features or syntax used in this benchmark that require additional explanation.
Other Considerations
When running benchmarks like this, it's essential to consider the following:
Alternative Approaches
If you wanted to test similar expressions in different browsers, you could consider using:
Boolean()
: Instead of !!
, use the built-in Boolean()
function to convert the result to a boolean value.Number()
: Compare the length property directly without forcing a conversion.let
declarations or modern JavaScript methods.Keep in mind that each approach has its own trade-offs and might require adjustments to the benchmark setup to accurately compare results across different browsers and environments.