The Last of Us Part I: PC Performance Benchmarks for Graphics Cards and Processors 2023

Written by mxshow2000 on 31 December 2023. Posted in Action / FPS / TPS

BASIC GAME INFORMATION

As part of our annual graphics card performance testing in 2023, we will focus on analyzing gaming performance using the highest available graphics quality for each game. This year, Core VRAM and RAM tests, as well as upscales, will not be taken into account. Our goal is to identify the most powerful graphics cards and determine their hierarchical positions in the context of games in 2023. This will be a comprehensive gaming benchmark focused on assessing real-world performance under the most demanding gaming conditions.

We continue our annual review cycle, which will culminate in the final determination of the fastest and most optimal gaming solutions among video cards for games released in 2023. In this review we focus on testing The Last of Us Part I.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY MSI

Our test now includes the MSI GEFORCE RTX 4090 GAMING X TRIO 24 GB .This video card is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, operates at a frequency of 2750 MHz, has 16384 stream processors and 24 gigabytes of video memory.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY ASUS

In our review, we present to you the ASUS ROG Strix B650-A Gaming WiFi motherboard . ROG Strix B650-A Gaming WiFi includes 4 DDR5 DIMM modules with a maximum capacity of up to 64 gigabytes and a frequency of up to 6400 MHz. For the file subsystem, the motherboard supports 3 M.2 PCIe 5.0/4.0 x4 slots and 4 SATA 6 Gb/s ports. You can directly view the testing of this motherboard on our website.

In our review, we present you ASUS Z790-A GAMING DDR4 motherboards . We use this motherboard as a test bench for testing new generations of Intel processors .

This time our test involves the top video card from ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti OC . The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is based on the AD104 GPU and features 7680 CUDA cores and 12GB of GDDR6X memory. Test this video card on our website.

This time our test involves the company's top-end video card ASUS TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7900 XT OC Edition 20 GB . . This video card is based on the RDNA 3 architecture, operates at a frequency of 2500 MHz and has 20 gigabytes of video memory.

This time our test involves the new ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4080 OC video card . This video card is based on the RDNA 3 architecture, operates at a frequency of 3000 MHz and has 24 gigabytes of video memory.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY DEEPCOOL

This time we're testing the case from DeepCool CH510 WH - it's an elegant and minimalistic mid-tower case with excellent component compatibility and wide cooling power support for a truly versatile build.

Also participating in our test this time is the premium-class DeepCool LS720 WH for processors. DeepCool LS720 WH provides maximum cooling efficiency and low noise levels, as well as a sophisticated design.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY GIGABYTE

In our review, we present to you the GIGABYTE Z790 GAMING X AX motherboards . We use this motherboard as a test bench for testing new generations of Intel processors .

This time our test involves the company's top-end video card Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC . Its testing on our website.

This time our test involves the company's top-end video card, AORUS Radeon RX 7900 XTX ELITE 24G. This video card is based on the RDNA 3 architecture, operates at a frequency of 3000 MHz and has 24 gigabytes of video memory. Its testing on our website.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY KINGSTON

In our review, we used RAM: 32 GB DDR4 3600 CL16 Kingston FURY Renegade , 32 GB DDR4 4000 CL18 Kingston FURY Renegade , 32 GB DDR5 6000 Kingston FURY Renegade, 16 GB DDR4 4600 CL19 Kingston FURY Renegade and 32 GB DDR5 720 0 Kingston FURY Renegade . And for gaming tests we use an external Kingston XS2000 Portable SSD 1 TB ..

THE GRAFICAL PART

This subsection of our review highlights the main graphical aspects of this game. Particular attention is paid to the version of the graphics engine used, the version of the API used, graphic settings and the quality of development of the main visual aspects.

SUPPORTED OS AND GRAPHICS API

The Last of Us Part I is supported on Windows 10/11.

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The preferred and primary graphics API for The Last of Us Part I is DX12 .

GAME ENGINE

The game is built on Naughty Dog's own game engine, called Naughty Dog Game Engine (NDGE). NDGE is an engine that is used to create games on PlayStation consoles. It uses the C++ and C# programming languages. The engine has powerful development tools that allow developers to create high-quality games with realistic graphics and physics.

For The Last of Us, Naughty Dog used a modified version of NDGE that was optimized for use on the PlayStation 3. The game engine supports the use of technologies such as higher levels of detail, dynamic lighting, shadows and realistic physics.

The game also uses a special animation system called Motion Matching, which allows on-screen characters to react to the environment and players. This technology allows for more natural and realistic character movements, which in turn increases the immersiveness of the game.

NDGE also includes a powerful artificial intelligence engine that allows on-screen NPC characters to react to the player's actions and the environment. This creates a more realistic and dynamic game world where the player's actions can influence the course of the game.

The Last of Us Par game engine also contains many tools for creating and managing game scenes, as well as creating and editing levels. This allows developers to create more complex and detailed worlds that have their own unique characteristics and elements.

The Last of Us Part I is a remake of the original The Last of Us with enhanced graphics, visual effects and enhanced gameplay. The game retains the core elements of the action-adventure genre, including gunplay, hand-to-hand combat and cover systems, as well as elements of survival horror and third-person stealth action.

In the game, players once again control Joel, who is the game's main character, as he explores the world, fights enemies and solves puzzles, while Ellie and other characters are controlled by artificial intelligence. The game has made some changes to the artificial intelligence of opponents and partners so that they behave more logically and realistically.

The remake also includes new playthrough modes, including a speedrun mode with a timer and a story campaign mode with only one life. The game also supports DualSense controller features such as deeper vibration and adaptive triggers.

One of the main improvements to the remake is the graphical and visual improvements. Buildings in locations received updated geometry and materials, shadows and lighting became more realistic, and foliage became more detailed. Character models have become more detailed and realistic, and movement animation has been worked out more subtly. The game's cutscenes now run in real time on the game engine, creating a more natural and memorable experience.

One of the interesting improvements to the gameplay is the motion matching system, which allows you to create more natural and realistic character movements. This adds more realism and emotional connection to the characters, who become more alive and tangible.

It's important to note that unlike previous versions of the game, the remake does not include the Factions multiplayer mode that was available in the original game. This means that players will not be able to participate in online co-op or competitive gaming matches.

The PC version of The Last of Us: Part 1 is a highly anticipated release that offers many new features for players. Unlike the console version, the PC version is optimized for PC with PC-centric quality of life improvements and supports many features that make the game even more immersive.

One of the main features of the PC version is support for 4K resolution. Players can fully immerse themselves in beautiful and haunting environments with stunning detail and stunning graphics. From the harsh, depressing streets of Boston's QZ to the overgrown and abandoned houses of Bill's Town, players can take a beautiful journey across the United States of America with support for 21:9 Ultrawide and 32:9 Super Ultrawide monitors.

One of the main features of the PC version of The Last of Us: Part 1 is support for AMD FSR 2.2 and Nvidia DLSS Super Resolution. These technologies improve graphics and increase game performance, allowing players to enjoy the game in high resolution and smooth frames.

In addition, the PC version of The Last of Us: Part 1 also offers customizable texture quality, shadows, reflections, Ambient Occlusion and other features that allow players to customize the game to their needs and preferences. VSync options and frame rate caps allow players to get the best performance based on their PC configuration.

The Last of Us: Part 1 also features 3D audio support, allowing players to better hear ambient sounds such as rustling leaves, clinking glass, or enemy footsteps. This allows players to be more involved in the game world and creates even more tension during the game.

TEST PART

Test configuration
Test benches	ROG Strix X570-E Gaming Z490 AORUS PRO AX GIGABYTE Z590 VISION GIGABYTE Z690 AERO G GIGABYTE Z790 GAMING X AX MSI MPG Z790 Edge WiFi ASUS ROG Strix B650-A Gaming WiFi
Sponsored video cards	ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti OC ASUS TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7900 XT 20G Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 Ti GAMING OC
Multimedia equipment	Monitor Philips 326M6VJRMB/00 Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 power supply 16 GB DDR4 4600 CL19 Kingston FURY Renegade 32 GB DDR4 3600 CL16 Kingston FURY Renegade 32 GB DDR4 4000 CL18 Kingston FURY Renegade 32 GB DDR5 5600 CL40 KingstonFURY Beast 32 GB DDR5 6000@6400 CL30 KingstonFURY Renegade 32 GB DDR5 7200@7600 CL36 KingstonFURY Renegade Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD MPG CORELIQUID K240 housing Case DeepCool CH510 WH SVO DeepCool LS720 WH
Software configuration
operating system	Windows 10 21H2/ Windows 11(Alder Lake)
Graphics driver	Nvidia GeForce/ION Driver Release 546.33 WHQL AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 23.12.1
Monitoring programs	MSI Afterburner

All video cards were tested at maximum graphics quality using MSI Afterburner. The purpose of the test is to determine how video cards from different manufacturers behave under the same conditions. Below is a video of the test segment:

Our video cards were tested at resolutions of 1920x1080 , 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 with maximum graphics quality settings. Link to original review.

GPU TEST

In the video card test, the default resolution is 1920x1080; other resolutions are added and removed manually. You can also remove and add any positions of video cards. You can also select any of our test processors from the list in the drop-down menu, comparing its performance with the given video card tests (by default, the most productive solution is selected). The test is carried out on the most powerful CPU in this game and is scaled to other processors, taking into account their testing on NVIDIA and AMD video cards.

The Last of Us Part I: Test GPU

At a resolution of 1920x1080, an average FPS of 25 frames was shown by video cards of the Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060 level . A minimum FPS of at least 25 frames can be provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060 level . A comfortable average FPS of 60 frames can be provided by Radeon RX 6700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 Ti solutions .

At a resolution of 2560x1440, an average FPS of 25 frames was shown by video cards of the Radeon RX 6600 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 level . A minimum FPS of at least 25 frames can be provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6700 or GeForce RTX 2080 Ti level . A comfortable average FPS of 60 frames can be provided by Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 3080 solutions.

At a resolution of 3840x2160, an average FPS of 25 frames was shown by video cards of the Radeon RX 6700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 Ti level . A minimum FPS of at least 25 frames can be provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6700 XT or GeForce RTX 4070 level . A comfortable average FPS of 60 frames can be provided by Radeon RX 7900 XT or GeForce RTX 4080 solutions.

CPU TEST

Testing was carried out at a resolution of 1920x1080. In the processor test, you can remove or add any processor positions. You can also select any tested video card from the list in the drop-down menu, comparing its performance with the given processor test results (by default, the most productive solution from NVIDIA is selected). Testing takes place on the most powerful NVIDIA and AMD video cards and scales to low-end models.

The Last of Us Part I: Test CPU

When using NVIDIA video cards, Ryzen 3 3100 or Core i 3 10100 processors showed an acceptable rate of at least 25 frames per second , and solutions at the Ryzen 5 3600 or Core i 3 12100 level can provide an FPS rate of at least 60 frames per second .

When using AM D video cards, Ryzen 3 3100 or Core i 3 10100 processors showed an acceptable rate of at least 25 frames per second , and solutions at the level of Ryzen 5 3600 or Core i 3 12100 can provide an FPS rate of at least 60 frames per second .

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