Empire of the Ants Demo - PC performance graphics benchmarks of Graphics Cards and Processors
| BASIC GAME INFORMATION |
We have tested the game Empire of the Ants Demo at maximum graphics settings with GeForce RTX and Radeon RX series video cards. Also, during the tests we conducted, we assessed the performance and quality of the graphic display of the game itself. 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 |
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.
| NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY ASUS |
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.
| NEW PRODUCTS PROVIDED FOR TESTS BY GIGABYTE |
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 |
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.
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 |
Empire of the Ants - Demo supports modern operating systems Windows 10 and 11 and uses DirectX 12 as the core graphics API, delivering high performance and realistic graphics.
System Requirements Empire of the Ants - Demo
Minimum system requirements
- Operating system: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 9400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- RAM: 8 GB RAM
- Video card: 6 GB VRAM / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580
- DirectX: Version 12
- Disk space: 70 GB
- Additionally: SSD is recommended
Recommended System Requirements
- Operating system: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 9600 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- RAM: 16 GB RAM
- Video card: AMD Radeon RX 6800 / NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
- DirectX: Version 12
- Disk space: 70 GB
- Additionally: SSD is recommended
| DEVELOPMENT HISTORY |
Empire of the Ants — is a real-time strategy game developed by the studio Tower Five and published by the company Microids. It is an adaptation of the novel by Bernard Werber and continues the ideas of the original game, released in 2000. The new version of the game will be released on November 7, 2024 on PC, PlayStation 5and Xbox Series X / S, using a powerful engine Unreal Engine 5 to create photorealistic graphics and deep immersion in the world of insects. The main goal of the project is to offer players a unique experience of managing an ant colony in a microscopic world, where every detail matters and every decision is critical to survival.
Developers from Tower Five conducted extensive research into the environment and natural features to create levels that would accurately represent the natural world. The team went to Forest of Fontainebleau, located southeast of Paris, to study the forest environment, collect photographic material and even use 3D scanning of real objects - such as tree roots, rocks and iconic elements of nature. These real objects were integrated into the game world to achieve maximum verisimilitude and make the environment recognizable to those who know the region.
In addition, the developers conducted a lot of research into entomology to accurately represent the different insects in the game. They used encyclopedias such as Delachaux Guide to Insects of France and Europe, and even preserved real insect specimens in resin blocks to observe them under a magnifying glass. This attention to detail allowed for the creation of a variety of characters, such as ants, termites, soldier beetles, and more, with the utmost accuracy. Players will be able to feel like they are part of a real microscopic world as they manage an ant colony and face the threats that may come their way.
| GRAPHICS |
Empire of the Ants takes advantage of opportunities Unreal Engine 5to create incredibly detailed and photorealistic scenes. Technologies nanite и Lumen, implemented in the engine, allow you to develop detailed models, creating more realistic lighting and shadows. For example, the system nanite makes it possible to process a virtually unlimited number of polygons, which allows you to create objects with a high degree of detail, and Lumen is responsible for realistic dynamic lighting that adapts to different weather conditions and time of day.
Graphics in Empire of the Ants emphasizes the scale and complexity of the insect world, from detailed ant models to realistic water and soil textures. Every surface in the game, be it tree bark or a drop of water, was created using rendering technologies that allow players to see the world as the ants themselves see it. All this creates an immersive effect and the feeling that you are really in a microscopic world. The developers paid great attention not only to creating a visually realistic environment, but also to the dynamic interaction between objects. For example, the reflections of light on water and the play of shadows from trees change depending on the time of day, creating a living and breathing environment.
Technology Lumen, which is used for lighting, provides constant changes in lighting and shadows in real time, making each location unique. Whether you are in a dark den or a sunny forest clearing, the lighting creates the appropriate atmosphere. It helps players navigate the world, adds complexity to combat situations, and makes exploration more fun. The graphics and lighting in the game work together to create an atmosphere in which every detail feels important and alive.
Photorealistic graphics make Empire of the Ants a visual masterpiece and allows players to experience a feeling of real immersion in a world in which they act as ant leaders managing a colony. This graphic development creates the feeling that every little detail of the surrounding world plays its role, and players must take into account all aspects in order to achieve success.
| GAME ENGINE |
Unreal Engine 5 is the basis of all game mechanics Empire of the Ants. The engine allows you to create detailed animations of insects, simulating their movements and interactions with the environment. Each insect, be it a worker ant, a soldier or a queen, has its own unique animations that convey realistic behavior and characteristics. This makes the game world not only alive, but also allows players to dive deeper into the process of managing a colony, where every little thing must be taken into account.
Players will have to command different types of ants, such as drones and soldiers, use their abilities and even use pheromones to strengthen their units or create tactical advantages. These pheromone markers play an important role in the gameplay, allowing you to coordinate the actions of workers and soldiers, establish routes for resource extraction, and quickly respond to threats. This system adds depth to the gameplay, making it not only strategic, but also very tactical, requiring attention to detail and skillful management of the colony's resources.
In addition to combat missions, players will have to manage the colony's economy. Empire of the Ants offers players the opportunity to create and expand their colony, capture new territories and use resources to strengthen their positions. The resource management system requires carefully thought-out decisions, as it is necessary to take into account food supplies, the number of workers and soldiers, as well as the security of the territory. The developers have implemented a complex system of interaction between colonies, which allows you to enter into alliances with other insect species or, on the contrary, wage war with them.
Exploration mechanics also play a major role in the game. Players must explore the environment, discover new areas, and find resources that will help the colony thrive. With the help of Unreal Engine 5 managed to create a dynamic interaction with the surrounding world, where every change in the environment - such as a falling tree or a change in weather conditions - affects the players' strategy. This makes each playthrough unique and requires players to adapt to new conditions.
Fighting other types of insects is also an important part of the gameplay. Thanks to the support nanite The game can display multiple units on the screen at the same time, while maintaining a high level of detail. This allows for exciting and large-scale battles where players must use strategy, take into account the terrain and the capabilities of their units. In addition, the technology Lumen и nanite make battles even more spectacular by adding lighting and shadow effects, making every clash visually exciting.
Thus, thanks to Unreal Engine 5 and its advanced technologies, Empire of the Ants is set to become one of the most innovative strategies of 2024. The combination of photorealistic graphics, complex colony management mechanics and detailed animations makes the game unique and offers players a deep immersion into the world of ants, where every decision matters.
| DIFFERENT QUALITY MODES |
Minimum settings
At minimum graphics settings Empire of the Ants - Demo The game maintains a basic level of detail for objects and environments. Textures are less crisp and shadow resolution is reduced, which helps save graphics card resources. Lighting has a simpler implementation, making scenes less atmospheric, and reflections and anti-aliasing effects are virtually absent. This allows the game to be played on systems with more modest specifications, but with the loss of some visual depth and realism.
Maximum settings
On maximum graphics settings Empire of the Ants - Demo Provides high detail of all objects, including textures of the ground, leaves and ants, which makes the game visually impressive. Lighting effects are more complex, creating a realistic sense of changing time of day and atmospheric phenomena. Shadows are detailed and have smooth transitions, and reflections on the surface of water and other materials look more realistic. Post-processing effects such as depth of field and improved anti-aliasing are also included, making the picture more cinematic.
| 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 |
| Sponsored video cards |
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti OC ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER OC 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 |
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| 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 |
Our video cards were tested at different screen sizes 1920x1080, 2560x1440 и 3840x2160 with maximum graphics quality settings.
| 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.
- High
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 Radeon RX 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060 level.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6600 XT or GeForce RTX 3060 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 6600 or GeForce RTX 2060 level.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6750 XT or GeForce RTX 3070 level.
When resolved 3840x2160:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6000 XT or GeForce RTX 2080.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 6750 XT or GeForce RTX 3070 level.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 7900 XT or GeForce RTX 4080 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.
- High
GameGPU
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 5 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 5 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 6 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 |
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.
- High
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
- High
Loading and using streams:
- Maximum load: The game can load up to 12 streams.
- Optimal loading: Uses up to 8 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.
- High
GameGPU
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
Resolution 2560x1440:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB of RAM
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 16 GB of video memory: consume 8 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 9 GB of RAM
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