# Top runs: * **Highest FPS**: `proton-cachyos` with a mean FPS slightly higher than the others, providing better frame rates. * **Smoothest FPS**: `proton-cachyos-ntsync`, showing the lowest standard deviation and variance in FPS, indicating more stable performance. * **Best overall**: `proton-cachyos-ntsync`, offering a good balance of high FPS and the smoothest experience among the tested versions. # Issues: * The run on Steam Runtime 3, utilizing `proton-ge-921`, exhibits a noticeably higher FPS variance and standard deviation compared to the others, indicating less stability. Additionally, it utilizes different software (OS and proton version) which might not provide an optimal environment for performance. # Summary This benchmark compares different Proton versions (`proton-ge-921`, `proton-cachyos`, and `proton-cachyos-ntsync`) running on a consistent hardware setup with differences in FPS stability and means. The `proton-cachyos-ntsync` presents the smoothest gameplay with the lowest variability in FPS. While the mean FPS in `proton-cachyos` is slightly higher, stability makes `proton-cachyos-ntsync` the more reliable option. On the other hand, the use of `proton-ge-921` on Steam Runtime 3 shows increased FPS variability, highlighting the potential benefits of native or optimized solutions for specific proton versions within the same hardware environment. Overall, the proton version plays a crucial role in achieving both high and stable performance in this benchmark.