Benchmark #1070

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Counter-Strike 2 - Steam Deck Performance Comparison (1080p vs 1280x800)

Played on low settings, on their respective native resolutions. I enable the dynamic shadows.

Submitted 1 month ago by triffy.

Specifications
Label OS GPU CPU RAM OS specific
CS2 1080p Steam Runtime 3 (sniper) AMD Custom GPU 0405 (RADV VANGOGH) AMD Custom APU 0405 16 GB 6.5.0-valve22-1-neptune-65-g9a338ed8a75e schedutil
CS2 1280x800 Steam Runtime 3 (sniper) AMD Custom GPU 0405 (RADV VANGOGH) AMD Custom APU 0405 16 GB 6.5.0-valve22-1-neptune-65-g9a338ed8a75e schedutil
# Top runs: * **Highest FPS**: `CS2 1080p` with average FPS slightly higher than the other run. * **Smoothest FPS**: `CS2 1280x800` with the lowest standard deviation in FPS, showing more consistent performance. * **Best overall**: `CS2 1280x800` due to its smoother performance despite a marginally lower average FPS. # Issues: * The higher resolution run in 1080p results in higher variability in FPS, leading to less stability despite marginally better average FPS. # Summary The benchmark compares two different resolutions, 1080p and 1280x800, on the Steam Deck while playing Counter-Strike 2 at low settings with dynamic shadows enabled. The `1280x800` resolution demonstrated smoother frame rates, with significantly lower FPS variability, making it the more stable choice for consistent gameplay. On the other hand, the `1080p` resolution offered slightly better average FPS at the cost of increased frame rate fluctuations. Both tests were conducted under identical software and hardware conditions, allowing for a fair comparison focused solely on the resolution differences.