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New Report: FF16 PC Test Reveals Bottlenecks Even with Advanced Graphic Cards

Author:Kristen Update:Jan 24,2025

FF16's PC Port Performance IssuesFinal Fantasy XVI's PC launch, alongside a PS5 update, has unfortunately been plagued by performance hiccups and glitches. Let's delve into the specific issues affecting both platforms.

FFXVI PC: Performance Bottlenecks, Even on High-End Hardware

FFXVI PC PerformanceWhile developer Naoki Yoshida recently requested fans to avoid creating offensive or inappropriate PC mods, the game's performance itself is a significant concern. Even the mighty NVIDIA RTX 4090 struggles to maintain a consistent 60fps at native 4K resolution with maximum settings, according to DSOGaming's John Papadopoulos. This is unexpected given the RTX 4090's reputation as a top-tier graphics card.

However, there's a potential solution. Utilizing DLSS 3 Frame Generation with DLAA can reportedly boost frame rates beyond 80fps. DLSS 3 leverages AI to generate additional frames, enhancing smoothness, while DLAA is an anti-aliasing technique improving image quality with minimal performance impact.

FFXVI PC Performance with DLSSArriving on PC on September 17th, the Complete Edition includes the base game and its two story expansions. Before embarking on your adventure, ensure your system meets the minimum or recommended specifications to avoid a subpar experience.

System Requirements:

Minimum Specs:

Minimum Specifications
Operating System Windows® 10 / 11 64-bit
Processor AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600 / Intel® Core™ i5-8400
RAM 16 GB
Graphics Card AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 / Intel® Arc™ A580 / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070
DirectX Version 12
Storage 170 GB available space
Notes: Expect 30FPS at 720p. SSD required. 8GB VRAM or more.

Recommended Specs:

Recommended Specifications
Operating System Windows® 10 / 11 64-bit
Processor AMD Ryzen™ 7 5700X / Intel® Core™ i7-10700
RAM 16 GB
Graphics Card AMD Radeon™ RX 6700 XT / NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2080
DirectX Version 12
Storage 170 GB available space
Notes: Expect 60FPS at 1080p. SSD required. 8GB VRAM or more.