Kingdom Come: Deliverance II preview - PC performance graphics benchmarks of Graphics Cards and Processors
| BASIC GAME INFORMATION |
We have completed preliminary testing of the game. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II at various graphics settings with the latest GeForce RTX and Radeon RX series graphics cards, including technologies such as NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR.
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In our review we present you the case DeepCool CH780WH. DeepCool CH780WH – is a spacious Mid Tower case, made in white with a large tempered glass window on the side panel. The case supports the installation of ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards, as well as video cards up to 380 mm long. DeepCool CH780WH It is equipped with an excellent cooling system with the ability to install up to 9 fans, and also supports liquid cooling systems with radiators up to 360 mm in size. For ease of assembly, the case has removable dust filters and sufficient space for cable management.
In our review we present you with a power supply Deepcool PX1200G 1200W. Deepcool PX1200G 1200W has a power of 1200 watts, 80 Plus Gold certification, which guarantees a high level of energy efficiency of up to 92%. It is equipped with a modular cable system for easy cable management and minimizing clutter in the case. The power supply supports protective functions such as OVP (overvoltage protection), SCP (short circuit protection) and OCP (overcurrent protection).
The power supply also supports the standard ATX 3.0, which is important for modern systems with high-performance components, such as the latest generation of graphics cards. The ATX 3.0 standard provides more stable power delivery, improved performance with peak loads, and support for the PCIe 5.0 slot, which is necessary for the latest graphics cards with high power requirements, such as the NVIDIA RTX 40-series. This makes Deepcool PX1200G the optimal choice for gamers and professionals who require reliable and efficient power for their powerful systems.
We will also consider Deepcool LT720, liquid cooling system with a 360 mm radiator. Deepcool LT720 has three 120 mm fans with addressable ARGB lighting, providing effective cooling and a stylish appearance. The cooler supports Intel LGA1700 and AMD AM5 platforms, making it compatible with most modern processors.
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In our review we present you with the motherboard ASUS ROG Strix B650-A Gaming Wi-Fi. 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 with motherboards ASUS Z790-A GAMING DDR4. We use this motherboard as a test bench for testing new generations of processors. Intel.
This time the company's top video card is participating in our test. 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 the company's top video card is participating in our test. 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.
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In our review we present you with the motherboard Gigabyte X670E AORUS PRO X. We use this motherboard as a test bench for testing new generations of processors. AMD.
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| NEW, SUPPLIED FOR TEST BY KINGSTON |
In our review we used an external SSD Kingston XS2000 4TB. This drive demonstrated impressive read and write speeds of up to 2000MB/s, allowing it to easily handle the testing of 12 of the best games of 2024. Thanks to its huge storage capacity, we were able to record all the necessary game files, test data, and additional materials. At the same time, after all the tests, the SSD had 2.21TB of free space left, which emphasizes its high capacity.
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 и 32 GB DDR5 7200 Kingston FURY Renegade.
In our review we used RAM Kingston Fury Renegade DDR5 48GB 7200MHz.
In our review we used RAM Kingston Fury Renegade DDR5-8000 48 GB Limited Edition.
In our review, for the full variety of our test benches, we use SSD drives Kingston KC600 256GB 2.5" SATAIII 3D NAND TLC и SSD drive Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 , which are an ideal choice for use when there are a large number of components.
| 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 |
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II supports the Windows 10 64-bit (or newer) and offers improved graphics and realistic gameplay. The game requires significant system resources for full immersion, but is also optimized for stable operation on weaker systems. It is recommended to use SSD to reduce loading time.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II System Requirements
Minimum requirements:
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit (or newer)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- RAM: 16 GB
- Video card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) or AMD Radeon RX 580
- Disk space: 100 GB
Recommended requirements:
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit (or newer)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- RAM: 32 GB
- Video card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
- Disk space: 100 GB
| DEVELOPMENT HISTORY |
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a sequel to the cult RPG from Warhorse Studios, which first captured the attention of gamers in 2018. Development of the second part began almost immediately after the success of the original game, which is not surprising, given its popularity and critical acclaim. The founder of the studio, Daniel Vavra, has repeatedly stated his ambitions to create a large-scale sequel. However, the creation process turned out to be quite difficult due to the need to maintain a balance between historical accuracy and new gameplay mechanics.
A key stage of development was the expansion of the Warhorse Studios team, which collaborated with publisher Deep Silver. Additional resources and specialists were brought in to ensure a high level of quality. The scriptwriters actively studied historical documents and chronicles to preserve the realism that fans of the first part loved so much. Particular attention was paid to details such as the political situation, cultural characteristics and everyday life of Europe in the 14th century.
An important development was the introduction of community feedback. The developers took into account many player requests, including improving the combat system, adding more quests, and expanding the open world. This allowed the studio to adapt the project to the audience's expectations without losing its uniqueness. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the development process faced some delays, which affected the release dates.
The second part is distinguished by an even greater depth of plot development. The developers promise not only a continuation of Henry's story, but also new storylines related to key historical events. As a result, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has become not just a game, but a real interactive historical reconstruction.
| GRAPHICS |
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II's graphics are a significant step up from the original. Using an upgraded version of the CryEngine engine, the developers have created an incredibly realistic and detailed world. Every village, town, and forest is rendered with incredible precision, conveying the atmosphere of medieval Czechia. Lighting effects such as global illumination and dynamic shadows provide an impressive level of visual immersion.
High-resolution textures and improved character models make the gameplay even more impressive. NPC faces look alive thanks to advanced motion capture systems and improved animation. Clothes and armor are designed to the smallest detail, reflecting the historical features of the era. Moreover, every detail of the environment, from the stones on the pavement to the leaves on the trees, has its own unique textures and interacts with the lighting.
The weather system and the change of seasons deserve special attention. Players will be able to see how rain makes the ground dirty, and snow covers the forests with a white carpet. These elements not only improve the aesthetics of the game, but also affect the gameplay. For example, bad weather can make it difficult to move or see, adding realism and new challenges.
The developers did not forget about performance. Despite the high level of graphics, the game is optimized to work on different systems. For owners of top PCs, there is support for 4K resolution and NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR technologies, which allows you to enjoy maximum detail without losing performance.
| GAME ENGINE |
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is based on the CryEngine, which has been significantly improved to meet modern requirements. The engine allowed the developers to implement their ambitious ideas related to the open world, interactivity and physics. One of the main features was the technology that provides detailed models of objects without compromising performance. This is especially important for open-world games, where the detailing of the environment plays a key role.
The lighting and shadow system, powered by CryEngine, allows for a realistic play of light and shadow, making the game world even more alive. Light reacts to changes in real time, whether it's the change of time of day or moving objects. This creates a unique atmosphere that was impossible to achieve with older versions of engines.
Another important innovation is the improved AI system that controls NPCs. The inhabitants of the world of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II behave naturally, following their schedules, interacting with each other and reacting to the player’s actions. This makes the world not only alive, but also believable, which is especially important for historical role-playing games.
In addition, the developers have implemented a new physics system that allows you to interact with the environment on a deeper level. From the movement of water in rivers to the destruction of objects, every detail is subject to the laws of physics. This realism increases immersion and allows players to experiment with the gameplay.
Thus, the use of the modernized CryEngine opened up enormous opportunities for the developers, thanks to which Kingdom Come: Deliverance II became one of the most anticipated games of its genre.
| QUALITY |
Minimum settings: On minimum settings Kingdom Come: Deliverance II offers simplified lighting, reduced textures, and limited shadow effects. This allows the game to run stably even on systems with a basic configuration. The detail of the environment and characters is kept at an acceptable level so as not to lose the atmosphere of the game.
Maximum settings: At maximum settings, the game reveals its full potential. Full texture detailing creates a realistic environment - every element of buildings, armor and weapons is worked out to the smallest detail. Improved lighting adds depth to scenes, making shadows and reflections dynamic and realistic. Weather effects such as rain and fog look cinematic and affect the atmosphere of the gameplay.
In addition, maximum settings make the landscape rich and detailed, especially in wide panoramic views. High FPS on powerful systems provides a smooth and immersive experience. The difference between minimum and maximum settings is especially noticeable in battles, where the smallest details of armor and weapons emphasize the realism of what is happening.
Ultra setup:
On the Ultra-Graphics level "Kingdom Come: Deliverance II" reaches a new level of visual realism. Character and object models receive the highest possible anti-aliasing and high-resolution textures, which allows you to see the smallest details of equipment and the environment. Shadows become deeper and clearer, and lighting - even more natural and dynamic. Weather effects and special effects look impressive and give the gameplay a cinematic feel.
Experimental settings:
Experimental settings are intended for the most productive systems. Compared to Ultra, there are no fundamental changes here, but the detail of the models and the drawing distance are increased: you will be able to discern details on the most distant objects, be it trees or castles. In addition, additional experiments with lighting and effects allow the developers to test new rendering and optimization technologies, thanks to which the scenes look even more realistic with the corresponding power reserve of your PC.
The difference between Ultra and Experimental isn't big enough to radically change the experience of the game, so if your system can handle it confidently Ultra, the transition to Experimental will only be noticeable when looking closely at details at long distances.
В Kingdom Come: Deliverance II The choice between DLSS, FSR, and no upscaling depends on your system capabilities and gaming preferences. If your graphics card supports DLSS (relevant for NVIDIA RTX models), then this upscaling will be the best choice. Using artificial intelligence technologies, DLSS allows you to significantly improve performance while providing a clear and detailed picture, especially in the "Quality" mode. This makes DLSS the best option for those who want to maintain a balance between image quality and high frame rates.
FSR, AMD's upscaling technology, is more versatile, as it's available not only for AMD graphics cards, but also for NVIDIA. It can also significantly increase FPS, which is especially important for systems with fewer resources. However, image quality when using FSR can be slightly lower than with DLSS, especially in fast-paced scenes, where artifacts and loss of clarity can appear. However, for those whose systems do not support DLSS, FSR remains a worthy choice.
| TEST PART |
| Test configuration | |
| test stands |
ROG Strix X570-E Gaming Z490 AORUS PROAX GIGABYTE Z590 VISION GIGABYTE Z690 AERO G GIGABYTE Z790 GAMING XAX MSI MPG Z790 Edge WiFi ASUS ROG Strix B650-A Gaming Wi-Fi ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Apex Encore |
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| Multimedia equipment |
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 Kingston Fury Beast 32 GB DDR5 6000@6400 CL30 Kingston FURY Renegade 32 GB DDR5 7200 CL36 Kingston FURY Renegade 48GB DDR5 7200 CL36 Kingston FURY Renegade 48GB DDR5 8000 CL36 Kingston FURY Renegade Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Kingston XS2000 4TB SSD Case DeepCool CH510 WH SVO DeepCool LS720 WH Power supply unit Deepcool PX1200G 1200W |
| Software configuration |
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| Operating system | Windows 11 24H2 |
| Graphics driver |
Nvidia GeForce/ION Driver Release 566.36 WHQL AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 24.12.1 |
| Monitoring programs |
MSI Afterburner |
Our video cards were tested at different screen sizes 1920x1080, 2560x1440 и 3840x2160 with ultra and maximum graphics quality settings. NVIDIA DLSS and AMD FSR were tested in "quality" mode.
| TEST GPU |
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.
- Ultra
- Experimental
Ultra
When resolved 1920x1080:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the level of Adeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 3060.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 3080 level.
When resolved 2560x1440:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6650 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 level.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 7900 or GeForce RTX 4070 level.
When resolved 3840x2160:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6750 XT or GeForce RTX 3070 Ti.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the level Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 3080.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards like Radeon RX 7900 XT FSR or GeForce RTX 4080.
Experimental
When resolved 1920x1080:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6650 XT or GeForce RTX 3070.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the level of Adeon RX 6900 XT or GeForce RTX 3080.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 79800 XT or GeForce RTX 4070 Ti level.
When resolved 2560x1440:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6750 XT or GeForce RTX 3070.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6950 XT or GeForce RTX 4070 level.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards like Radeon RX 7900 XT FSR or GeForce RTX 4090.
When resolved 3840x2160:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6800 XT or GeForce RTX 3080.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the level of Radeon RX 7900 XT or GeForce RTX 4070 Ti.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the GeForce RTX 4090 DLSS level.
| VIDEO MEMORY CONSUMPTION |
Testing of video memory consumed by the game was carried out by the program MSI Afterburner. The indicator was based on the results on video cards from AMD and NVIDIA with separate screen sizes 1920x1080, 2560x1440 and 3840x2160 with various anti-aliasing settings. By default, the graph displays the most current solutions. Other video cards are added and removed from the chart at the request of the reader.
- Ultra
- Experimental
GameGPU
Ultra
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 6 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 6 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB
Resolution 2560x1440:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB
Experimental
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB
Resolution 2560x1440:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 11 GB
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 11 GB
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 11 GB
| 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.
- Ultra
- Experimental
Ultra
When using NVIDIA video cards:
- Processors for acceptable FPS (not lower than 25 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i3-10100
- Processors for comfortable FPS (at least 60 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i5-10600
When using AMD video cards:
- Processors for acceptable FPS (not lower than 25 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i3-10100
- Processors for comfortable FPS (at least 60 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i3-10100
Experimental
When using NVIDIA video cards:
- Processors for acceptable FPS (not lower than 25 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i3-10100
When using AMD video cards:
- Processors for acceptable FPS (not lower than 25 frames per second):
- AMD Ryzen 3 3100
- Intel Core i3-10100
- Ultra
Loading and using streams:
- Maximum load: The game can load up to 16 streams.
- Optimal loading: Uses up to 12 threads as efficiently as possible.
| RAM TEST |
The test was carried out on the basic configuration of Core i 9 13900K with 32 GB DDR5 6400 MHz pre-installed memory. All used RAM was taken as an indicator. The RAM test on the entire system was carried out on various video cards without launching third-party applications (browsers, etc.). In the graphics, you can add and remove any resolutions and video cards as desired.
- Ultra
- Experimental
GameGPU
Ultra
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
Resolution 2560x1440:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
Experimental
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 14 GB of RAM
Resolution 2560x1440:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 14 GB of RAM
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 15 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 14 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 13 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 14 GB of RAM
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| CONCLUSION ON OPTIMIZATION |
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II demonstrates an excellent level of graphics, significantly exceeding the standard of modern games. Detailed environments, realistic lighting and highly detailed textures provide stunning visual immersion. At the same time, the game is distinguished by outstanding optimization: it works stably on both top and mid-range configurations thanks to the careful work of the developers.
CryEngine, which is the basis of the project, once again confirms its status as one of the most technologically advanced engines, never ceasing to amaze with the quality of graphics and advanced capabilities. The transition to DirectX 12 significantly improved processor performance, allowing the game to use resources more efficiently. All this makes Kingdom Come: Deliverance II an example of how cutting-edge graphics technology and high performance can be successfully combined, setting a new standard for open-world RPGs.
The game currently uses a protection system Denuvo, but the developers have confirmed that it will be disabled by the time of the final release. This means that the final version will work even faster - so all that remains is to wait for our final testing to make sure of the high quality and performance of the release version!