Benchmark #65

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Forza Horizon 5: Benchmark different power modes of AMD GPU

Using CoreCTRL for this.

Submitted 11 months ago by erikas2

Specifications
Label OS GPU CPU RAM OS specific
3D fullscreen Arch Linux AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (RADV NAVI31) AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core Processor 34 GB 6.9.9-2-cachyos-lto performance
Compute Arch Linux AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (RADV NAVI31) AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core Processor 34 GB 6.9.9-2-cachyos-lto performance
No CoreCTRL Arch Linux AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (RADV NAVI31) AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core Processor 34 GB 6.9.9-2-cachyos-lto performance
WINDOW_3D Arch Linux AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE (RADV NAVI31) AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core Processor 34 GB 6.9.9-2-cachyos-lto performance
# Top runs: * **Highest FPS**: `No CoreCTRL` and it offers a considerable performance boost over the other runs with increased average FPS. * **Smoothest FPS**: `WINDOW_3D` and it has the lowest standard deviation in FPS, indicating smoother gameplay. * **Best overall**: `WINDOW_3D` and although its FPS is slightly lower than `No CoreCTRL`, it offers the smoothest experience which is crucial for a consistent gaming experience. # Issues: * The power consumption in the `No CoreCTRL` and `WINDOW_3D` configurations is significantly higher compared to `3D fullscreen` and `Compute`, which could lead to increased heat output and energy costs. * The `3D fullscreen` and `Compute` configurations have much higher FPS variance, indicating less stable performance during the benchmark. # Summary This benchmark compares the performance of the AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE GPU under different power modes controlled via `CoreCTRL` on Arch Linux. The `No CoreCTRL` configuration achieved the highest average FPS, providing the best raw performance. However, the `WINDOW_3D` configuration offered the smoothest frame rates with the lowest standard deviation, making it the best overall choice for consistent performance. The `3D fullscreen` and `Compute` modes had higher FPS variance and lower FPS overall, showing that they are less optimal for achieving both high and consistent performance. The trade-off between raw FPS and stable performance is evident, highlighting the importance of selecting the appropriate power mode based on specific requirements.