Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES - PC performance graphics benchmarks of Graphics Cards and Processors
| BASIC GAME INFORMATION |
We tested the game Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES at maximum graphics settings with GeForce RTX and Radeon RX series video cards. During our tests, we also assessed the performance and quality of the game's graphics display. Subscribe to our Telegram-GameGPU channel and you will be among the first to know about the release of tests of new games!
| 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 cards 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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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. Her review is available at this link.
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 |
Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES supports modern operating systems:
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Graphics APIs:DirectX 11
Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES System Requirements
Minimum system requirements
- Operating system: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel i3-2100 or AMD FX-4300
- RAM: 6 GB RAM
- Video card: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 or AMD R9 270
- DirectX: Version 11
- Disk space: 80 GB available space
- Additional notes: The game may be updated to include both free and paid additional content, which may increase the minimum requirements.
Recommended System Requirements
- Operating system: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel i5-6600 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- RAM: 8 GB RAM
- Video card: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti or AMD RX 480
- DirectX: Version 11
- Disk space: 80 GB available space
| DEVELOPMENT HISTORY |
Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES represents one of the most significant expansions for the series Total War, developed by Creative Assembly. Following the success of the main game, Total War: Pharaoh, released in October 2023, the developers realized that the audience was hungry for larger and deeper strategic elements related to the historical period of the Late Bronze Age. Inspired by player feedback and the historical significance of the era, they decided to create a full-fledged expansion that would not only expand the map and add new factions, but also introduce a new dynasty mechanic, giving players the opportunity to manage dynastic conflicts, intrigues, and succession of power.
Development Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES began shortly after the release of the main game. One of the studio's goals was to add more strategic options related to the management of dynasties, which became one of the key themes of the expansion. Inspired by the history of ancient Egypt and its neighbors, the developers implemented a system of struggle for power between different factions, where each ruler could strengthen or lose his power through diplomatic marriages, military campaigns, or alliances with other dynasties. This added a new layer of strategy to the game, making the campaign even more exciting and multi-layered.
Main Campaign DYNASTY includes not only Egypt and the Hittite Empire, but also Mesopotamia, the Aegean Sea, and Anatolia. These regions were added to the game map with full historical accuracy. The developers carefully studied the culture, political structure, and military tactics of these civilizations so that each of them would look and feel authentic in the gameplay. Particular attention was paid to historical figures who played an important role in the political and military conflicts of the time. Campaign DYNASTY focuses on the struggle for power between the great dynasties, as well as the relationships between the different rulers, which makes the gameplay rich and exciting.
In addition, the developers paid special attention to detail to convey the atmosphere of the Late Bronze Age. Historical research conducted by the Creative Assembly team helped to recreate the political and cultural realities of that time, adding depth and historical accuracy to the game. Historical consultants were involved in the development, who helped the team make every element of the game as accurate and relevant to the era as possible.
| GRAPHICS |
Graphics in Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES was one of the key improvements over the main game. Creative Assembly not only improved the visuals and world detail, but also added dynamic elements such as weather conditions that can significantly affect the outcome of battles and campaigns. Using an updated graphics engine has improved the quality of textures, lighting, and fine detail, making every aspect of the game visually rich and realistic.
Environment in DYNASTY impresses with its diversity. New regions added to the game include Mesopotamia, with its Tigris and Euphrates rivers, as well as the mountain ranges of Anatolia and the islands of the Aegean Sea. Each of these regions has its own unique natural features and architectural styles. For example, players can observe the magnificent pyramids of Egypt, the temples and palaces of Mesopotamia, as well as the fortresses of the Hittites, built in compliance with all historical features. Dynamic lighting, with shadows and sun glare, gives these locations depth and realism.
Also worth noting is the improved weather rendering system. Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES Players may encounter sandstorms in Egypt, torrential rains in Mesopotamia, or foggy mornings in the Aegean Islands. These weather events are not only visually impressive, but also have a direct impact on gameplay. For example, storms can slow down troop movements, obscure visibility on the battlefield, or even destroy infrastructure, making strategic planning more complex and multi-layered.
The textures of the units have also been significantly improved. Players can now see highly detailed armor, weapons, and costumes of the characters. Different cultures have unique styles of armor and weapons, which emphasizes their identity. For example, Egyptian warriors are dressed in light armor typical of that time, decorated with pharaonic symbols, and the Hittites wear massive helmets and shields, which creates an authentic perception of each faction.
| GAME ENGINE |
Game engine Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES has been specially adapted to handle the expanded map and new mechanics related to dynasty management and succession of power. The engine can handle a large number of units on the map at the same time, as well as dynamically changing conditions such as sieges, naval battles and enemy invasions. This makes the gameplay more dynamic and intense, adding new layers of strategic complexity.
One of the key features of the engine is the system dynastic rule, which has been integrated into the gameplay. Players are now given the opportunity to manage dynasties, watch them rise and fall, and engage in political intrigue and wars of conquest. The engine supports the dynamic distribution of influence and power between factions, allowing players to strengthen their position through dynastic marriages, alliances, and wars. This system adds a new level of strategic depth and requires players to carefully plan both in diplomacy and in combat.
Thanks to the power of the game engine, Creative Assembly was able to implement complex battles involving thousands of units, dynamic changes in weather conditions and interactive elements of the environment. DYNASTY Players are given the opportunity to participate in large-scale sieges, naval battles, and land battles with a variety of tactical elements. For example, weather conditions can change battle tactics: strong winds can hinder archers, rain slows down cavalry, and sandstorms can hide the advance of troops from enemies.
Particular attention was paid to artificial intelligence (AI), which controls both allies and enemies. Enemies have become more strategically flexible, they are able to react to the player's actions, change tactics in real time and use the player's weaknesses to their advantage. The AI also takes into account external factors such as natural conditions and the state of the troops, which makes each battle unique and requires the player to be flexible in making decisions.
In this way, Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES — is not just an add-on, but a full-fledged expansion that improves and deepens the strategic experience, offering players new dynasty mechanics, improved graphics and dynamic gameplay that makes every move and every battle important and exciting.
| DIFFERENT QUALITY MODES |
Minimum settings
At minimum graphics settings Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES, players can expect simplified textures, basic lighting and shadows, and reduced animation quality in combat scenes. These settings are designed to maintain stable performance on lower-spec systems. Visual effects such as smoke, fire, and weather will be reduced in detail, but the basic gameplay will remain smooth.
Recommended settings
At the recommended graphics settings, the game features improved textures, more realistic lighting and shadows, and more detailed animations in battle. Visual effects such as weather conditions and environmental textures will be significantly more detailed, creating a more cinematic and atmospheric feel. Highly detailed units, environments, and buildings will provide a deeper immersion and strategic development of the game.
| 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 |
| Sponsorship video cards |
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| Multimedia equipment |
Monitor Philips 326M6VJRMB/00 Power supply ASUS TUF Gaming 750W Gold PSU 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 Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 MPG CORELIQUID K240 housing Case DeepCool CH510 WH SVO DeepCool LS720 WH |
| Software configuration |
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| Operating system | Windows 11 24H2 |
| Graphics driver |
Nvidia GeForce/ION Driver Release 561.09 WHQL AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 24.20.11.01 |
| Monitoring programs |
MSI Afterburner |
Our video cards were tested at different screen sizes 1920x1080, 2560x1440 и 3840x2160 with maximum graphics quality settings without upscales.
| 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.
- Max MSAA 2X
- Max MSAA 8X
Max MSAA 2X
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 6600 XT or GeForce RTX 2060 level.
At 2560x1440 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 6700 XT or GeForce RTX 2080 level.
At 3840x2160 resolution:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6700 or GeForce RTX 2060.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provide video cards at the level of Radeon RX 6750 XT or GeForce RTX 2080s.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6950 XT or GeForce RTX 3080 level.
Max MSAA 8X
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 XT or GeForce RTX 2060.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 2080 level.
At 2560x1440 resolution:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6650 XT or GeForce RTX 3060.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provide video cards at the level of Radeon RX 6800 or GeForce RTX 2080.
- Comfortable average FPS (60 frames): Possible with video cards of the Radeon RX 7900 XT or GeForce RTX 3080 level.
At 3840x2160 resolution:
- Average FPS (25 frames): Reached on video cards of the level of Radeon RX 6950 XT or GeForce RTX 3070 Ti.
- Minimum FPS (25 frames): Provided by video cards of the Radeon RX 7900 XTX or GeForce RTX 3080 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 schedule at the request of the reader.
- Max MSAA 8X
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 5 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 8 GB
- Video cards with 12 GB of video memory: consume 8 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.
- Max MSAA 2X
- Max MSAA 8X
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 5 7600
- Intel Core i5-12400
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 5 7600
- Intel Core i5-12400
- Max MSAA 8X
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.
- Max MSAA 8X
GameGPU
Resolution 1920x1080:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 11 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 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 11 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 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
Resolution 3840x2160:
- Video cards with 8 GB of video memory: consume 12 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 12 GB of RAM
- Video cards with 24 GB of video memory: consume 12 GB of RAM
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