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Life is Strange: Double Exposure - PC performance graphics benchmarks of Graphics Cards and Processors

BASIC GAME INFORMATION

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We tested Life is Strange: Double Exposure at maximum graphics settings with GeForce RTX and Radeon RX series graphics cards. We also evaluated the performance and quality of the game's graphics during our tests. Subscribe to our Telegram-channel GameGPU and you will be among the first to know about the release of tests of new games! 

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY DEEPCOOL

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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.

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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 video cards. The ATX 3.0 standard provides more stable power delivery, improved performance with peak loads and support for the PCIe 5.0 connector, 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.

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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.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY ASUS

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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.

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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 cards on our website.

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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.

NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY GIGABYTE

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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.
Its testing on our website.

NEW, SUPPLIED FOR TEST BY KINGSTON

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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. And for game tests we use an external Kingston XS2000 Portable SSD 1TB.

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In our review we used RAM Kingston Fury Renegade DDR5 48GB 7200MHz.

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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

Life is Strange: Double Exposure supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems in 64-bit versions. The game uses DirectX 12 as the main graphics API, which ensures high performance and high-quality visual display.

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Life is Strange: Double Exposure System Requirements

Minimum system requirements

  • Operating system: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 / AMD FX-6300
  • RAM: 12 GB RAM
  • Video card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960, 4 GB / AMD Radeon RX 470, 4GB
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Disk space: 25 GB
  • Additionally: 1080p@30fps, SSD recommended

Recommended System Requirements

  • Operating system: Windows 10/11 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-7700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
  • RAM: 12 GB RAM
  • Video card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super, 8GB / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, 12GB
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Disk space: 25 GB
  • Additionally: 1080p@60fps, SSD recommended
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY

Life is Strange: Double Exposure — is a new part of the cult series, developed by the studio deck nine and published Square Enix. The game serves as a direct continuation of the original Life is Strange (2015) and is released on October 29, 2024. This time, players return to the role of Max Caulfield, who has now become a professional photographer and works in a prestigious Caledonian University. The plot begins with the murder of her friend Safiya, which forces Max to use her supernatural abilities again. However, instead of the usual time reversal, she discovers a new power - the ability to move between parallel timelines where events unfold differently. This new mechanic gives players the opportunity to explore worlds where reality takes unexpected turns, which deepens the story and adds multi-layered drama to the narrative.

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The idea for Max's new power came from the developers' desire to offer something new, but at the same time retain the spirit of the first part. The bulk of the development was focused on creating this new ability and its connection with the surrounding characters. The developers decided not to make any of the endings of the first part canon, giving players the opportunity to independently choose how the story developed before the events of double Exposure. This is reflected in the choices Max makes in dialogue, her journal entries, and her interactions with other characters. This approach allows players to tailor the story to their preferences and feel a greater emotional connection with the character. Narrative Director Felice Quan emphasized that the goal was to respect the original endings, while the story itself continues and develops Max's personal arc, creating new challenges and opportunities for the character.

The development process was complex and intense, as the team wanted to convey the feeling of two parallel realities, each with its own characteristics and nuances. double Exposure Not only does it bring back familiar characters like Max, but it also adds new ones for players to interact with and build relationships with. The developers wanted to create a story that felt personal and dramatic, but also deep and layered. This task required close collaboration between the writers and level designers to ensure that every scene and every player choice would impact both timelines and their development.

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Additionally, during development, a lot of attention was paid to interaction with the environment and creating puzzles that require the use of Max's new ability. The team wanted to make players feel like they have power over time and space, but at the same time, they were faced with moral dilemmas and responsibility for their actions. This aspect became one of the key features of the game, adding depth to the story and making each decision even more meaningful. The writers and game designers wanted the story to not just be linear, but to give players the opportunity to influence events and the way Max perceives the world around her.

GRAPHICS

Graphic component Life is Strange: Double Exposure has been significantly improved by using next-generation technologies, which allowed for the creation of incredibly detailed locations and rich colors. The game is being developed for PS5, Xbox Series X | Sand PC, with the support 4K Ultra HD и HDR, which makes lighting, colors and textures more realistic. Scenes in the game, such as the campus Caledonian University, look incredibly detailed, and the attention to detail, such as changing time of day and weather conditions, makes each location feel alive and deeply immersive.

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One of the key technologies used in the game is ray tracing, which adds depth and realism to lighting and shadows, making scenes even more atmospheric. Ray tracing is especially effective in scenes where players must explore dark locations and use light to find clues or create the right mood. For example, scenes in the forest or in university labs with dim lighting create a claustrophobic and unsettling atmosphere that complements and enhances the story elements of the game. Light passing through windows and reflecting off various surfaces helps create a realistic and at the same time mystical atmosphere, which is an important part of the game's visual style.

In addition, the double Exposure The developers paid special attention to the development of character animation. Using modern technologies, they were able to create smoother and more natural character movements, which allows them to better convey their emotions and reactions to events. Such development makes the game even more emotional and helps players immerse themselves in the story, empathizing with Max and her friends on their difficult journey through two realities. The animation of the characters' facial expressions has been significantly improved, which allows them to more accurately convey subtle emotional moments and nuances of communication between characters, making each dialogue and interaction more lively.

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Every detail of the environment was created with special attention to realism and atmosphere. The developers used photorealistic rendering technologies to create textures that look natural and detailed. Whether it’s the walls of the university, the furniture in the dorms, or the nature around the campus, each detail has its own story and character. Lighting also plays a key role in conveying the mood – from the warm light of the lamps in the rooms to the cold and gloomy lighting of the night scenes, it helps to create the necessary atmosphere and support the tone of the narrative.

GAME ENGINE

Life is Strange: Double Exposure uses an upgraded game engine Unreal Engine 5, which provides the implementation of all the required visual effects and new game mechanics. This time, the developers have moved away from using the ability to return time, which was the main one in the first part of the game. Instead, Max discovers a new power - the ability to move between two parallel timelines, which becomes a key element of the gameplay. This power allows Max not only to move between realities, but also to change objects between timelines, which adds new puzzles and opportunities for exploration.

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The game features a unique movement and object interaction system that allows players to intertwine realities and use objects in different timelines. For example, players can find objects in one timeline and move them to another to open new paths or solve puzzles. This mechanic adds depth to the gameplay and forces players to think about how their actions in one reality can affect the other. It also requires players to be attentive and strategic, as some decisions can have unpredictable consequences in both timelines.

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During the game, Max encounters various characters. Caledonian University, such as Yasmin Fayad - Safia's mother and the president of the university, Vinh Lang - administrator and leader of a secret society Abraxas, as well as professors and students who have their own role in each timeline. Max's ability to "weave" and swap objects between timelines is used not only to solve puzzles, but also to interact with characters, creating a unique gaming experience. For example, players will have to find and move evidence from one timeline to another to uncover the truth and prevent a murder. This interaction with objects and characters makes each scene rich and multi-layered, where every action matters.

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The game also features a non-linear choice system where players can decide how to interact with other characters and what to reveal about their past. These choices affect the development of the plot, relationships with other characters, and ultimately the ending of the game. Each of Max's choices, whether her thoughts, messages, or actions, reflect her personal decisions, allowing players to create their own version of her story. The parallel timeline mechanic also allows players to see the consequences of their decisions in different realities, adding depth and creating a sense of responsibility for the actions taken.

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The game engine also supports advanced rendering features such as dynamic lighting and complex animations of interaction with the environment. These technologies allow you to create scenes where every action of the player affects the world around him, whether it is moving branches in the forest to move forward, or using a lamp to create a temporary shelter from enemies. The mechanics of interaction with the environment make each scene more tactical and force players to use all available resources to achieve their goals. All this together creates a unique and exciting gameplay, where each decision can lead to completely different consequences, and each timeline has its own characteristics and challenges.

DIFFERENT QUALITY MODES

Minimum settings

At minimum settings Life is Strange: Double Exposure offers acceptable graphics quality that allows you to enjoy the gameplay, but with simplified textures and less complex lighting effects. Detail on characters and environments is reduced, and anti-aliasing is minimal, making some edges of objects sharper. Visual effects such as shadows and reflections are also simplified, allowing for a stable 30 frames per second on less powerful systems. These settings are suitable for players who simply want to enjoy the story without much emphasis on graphical quality.

Maximum settings

When the game is set to maximum settings, its visual potential is fully realized. High-resolution textures provide detailed characters and environments, making each scene rich and realistic. Advanced lighting effects, volumetric shadows and detailed reflections create a deep and atmospheric picture, immersing the player in the game world. Effects such as rays of light passing through tree leaves or reflections in water surfaces look especially impressive. 

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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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti OC

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ASUS TUF Gaming Radeon RX 7900XT 20G 

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

 

Case DeepCool CH510 WH 

SVO DeepCool LS720 WH

Power supply unit Deepcool PX1200G 1200W

Software configuration
Operating system  Windows 11 24H2
Graphics driver

Nvidia GeForce/ION Driver Release 566.03 WHQL

AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 24.9.1

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 a test segment from the game: 

 Our video cards were tested at different screen sizes 1920x1080, 2560x1440 и 3840x2160 with maximum graphics quality settings without upscales.

GPU TEST

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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.

Life is Strange: Double Exposure - PC performance graphics benchmarks of Graphics Cards
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At 1920x1080 resolution:

  • Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060.
  • Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provide video cards at the level of Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060.
  • Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 3080 level.

At 2560x1440 resolution:

  • Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6600 XT or GeForce RTX 2060.
  • Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provide video cards at the level of Radeon RX 6700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080.
  • Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6950 XT or GeForce RTX 3080 Ti level.

At 3840x2160 resolution:

  • Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 3070.
  • Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provide video cards at the level of Radeon RX 6800 XT or GeForce RTX 4070.
  • Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the GeForce RTX 4090 level.
VIDEO MEMORY CONSUMPTION

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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 schedule at the request of the reader.

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6354
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GEFORCE RTX 2080 Super 8 GB
7239
6406
5820

GameGPU

 - 3840x2160, Mbyte
 - 2560x1440, Mbyte
 - 1920x1080, Mbyte

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 6 GB
  • Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 6 GB

Resolution 2560x1440:

  • 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 6 GB
  • Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 7 GB

Resolution 3840x2160:

  • 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
CPU TEST 

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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.

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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 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
  • Processors for comfortable FPS (at least 60 frames per second):
    • AMD Ryzen 3 3100
    • Intel Core i3-10100

Life is Strange: Double Exposure test Cores
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3 HT
4 HT
5 HT
6 HT
7 HT
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5 HT
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2 core
3 core
4 core
5 core
6 core
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2 HT
3 HT
4 HT
5 HT
6 HT
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45
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42
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2 core
3 core
4 core
1 HT
2 HT
3 HT
4 HT
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72
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68
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10 core
11 core
12 core
2 core
3 core
4 core
5 core
6 core
7 core
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9 core
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10 SMT
11 SMT
12 SMT
2 SMT
3 SMT
4 SMT
5 SMT
6 SMT
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28
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54
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53
48
32
28
20
29
25
48
25
26
29
46
59
33
29
19
19
25
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2 core
3 core
4 core
5 core
6 core
7 core
8 core
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2 SMT
3 SMT
4 SMT
5 SMT
6 SMT
7 SMT
8 SMT
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35
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2 core
3 core
4 core
5 core
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2 SMT
3 SMT
4 SMT
5 SMT
6 SMT
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2 SMT
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GameGPU

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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

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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.

Life is Strange: Double Exposure RAM test
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GEFORCE RTX 2070 Super 8 GB
9692
9227
9038
GEFORCE RTX 2080 Super 8 GB
9771
9302
9111
10870
10873
10906
10653
10656
10688
11338
11277
11379
11721
11527
11435

GameGPU

 - 3840x2160, Mbyte
 - 2560x1440, Mbyte
 - 1920x1080, Mbyte

Resolution 1920x1080:

  • Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM

Resolution 2560x1440:

  • Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM

Resolution 3840x2160:

  • Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
  • Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 10 GB of RAM
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