Available, Preview and RDI
Beginner
Labels that say whether the tested machine is something you can buy now, something coming soon, or a lab prototype.
Novice
Available systems can be bought or rented today. Preview systems must become available within about the next benchmark round. RDI (research, development or internal) covers everything else, such as prototypes and in-house systems.
Expert
Available needs public or on-request pricing and shipment to at least one third party. A Preview result must be resubmitted as Available after 140 days or by the next round (whichever is later) with performance within 2%, or it is marked invalid.