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FF16's PC Port Struggles to Max Out Even with a RTX 4090

by Caleb Jan 27,2025

Final Fantasy XVI's PC Port and PS5 Update Face Performance Challenges

FF16's PC Port Performance Issues

The recent PC release and PS5 update of Final Fantasy XVI have encountered various performance issues and glitches. This article delves into the specific problems affecting both platforms.

PC Performance Bottlenecks: Even High-End Hardware Struggles

FF16's PC Performance on RTX 4090

While PC gamers anticipated experiencing FFXVI's visuals at 4K/60fps, benchmarks reveal that even the powerful NVIDIA RTX 4090 struggles to maintain a consistent 60fps at native 4K with maximum settings. DSOGaming's John Papadopoulos confirms this unexpected performance limitation.

However, a solution exists. Utilizing DLSS 3 Frame Generation with DLAA reportedly boosts frame rates consistently above 80fps. DLSS 3 leverages AI to generate extra frames for smoother gameplay, while DLAA enhances image quality with minimal performance impact compared to traditional anti-aliasing.

FFXVI PC Performance with DLSS 3

PS5 Graphical Glitches and PC Release Details

Released on PlayStation 5 over a year ago, FFXVI's Complete Edition (including the base game and expansions "Echoes of the Fallen" and "The Rising Tide") finally launched on PC on September 17th. Before playing, ensure your system meets the minimum or recommended specifications for optimal performance.

Minimum System Requirements:

Minimum Specifications
Operating System Windows® 10 / 11 64-bit
Processor AMD Ryzen™ 5 1600 / Intel® Core™ i5-8400
Memory 16 GB RAM
Graphics AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 / Intel® Arc™ A580 / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070
DirectX Version 12
Storage 170 GB available space
Notes: Expect 30FPS at 720p. SSD required. 8GB VRAM or more.

Recommended System Requirements:

Recommended Specifications
Operating System Windows® 10 / 11 64-bit
Processor AMD Ryzen™ 7 5700X / Intel® Core™ i7-10700
Memory 16 GB RAM
Graphics AMD Radeon™ RX 6700 XT / NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2080
DirectX Version 12
Storage 170 GB available space
Notes: Expect 60FPS at 1080p. SSD required. 8GB VRAM or more.