fast

Maximizes speed across the entire program. This content is specific to C++; it does not apply to DPC++.

Syntax

Linux:

-fast

Windows:

/fast

Arguments

None

Default

OFF

The optimizations that maximize speed are not enabled.

Description

This option maximizes speed across the entire program.

It sets the following options:

For example:

Note

Option fast sets some aggressive optimizations that may not be appropriate for all applications. The resulting executable may not run on processor types different from the one on which you compile. You should make sure that you understand the individual optimization options that are enabled by option fast.

Optimization Notice

Intel's compilers may or may not optimize to the same degree for non-Intel microprocessors for optimizations that are not unique to Intel microprocessors. These optimizations include SSE2, SSE3, and SSSE3 instruction sets and other optimizations. Intel does not guarantee the availability, functionality, or effectiveness of any optimization on microprocessors not manufactured by Intel. Microprocessor-dependent optimizations in this product are intended for use with Intel microprocessors. Certain optimizations not specific to Intel microarchitecture are reserved for Intel microprocessors. Please refer to the applicable product User and Reference Guides for more information regarding the specific instruction sets covered by this notice.

Notice revision #20110804

IDE Equivalent

None

Alternate Options

None

See Also