However, ultra graphics parameters may not be worth the computing tax or the frame rate drop.

Heres why you should consider using lower graphics controls instead.

What Are Ultra Graphics configs in Video Games?

DOOM Eternal split view screenshot with question mark in the middle

Why Do Ultra Graphics prefs Exist?

Ultra graphics parameters have always existed to give the player the least compromised visual experience.

However, benchmarks are only testing to see the performance of a system.

Man playing Video Games on a Gaming Monitor

You dont really need to follow benchmark options to have a good time.

Are Ultra Graphics prefs Worth the Frame Rate Drop?

What Is a Playable Frame Rate for You?

Resident Evil 8 High vs Medium Graphics settings

A playable frame rate is completely subjective.

Ideally, you should lower your graphical tweaks and aim for a stable and ideal frame rate.

Can You Tell the Difference Between Medium and Ultra Graphics tweaks?

Insurgency Sandstorm Very High vs Medium

In many modern AAA games that are well-designed lower configs are almost indistinguishable from the highest configs.

Sure, the shadows wont be as crisp, or there wont be as much grass.

When it comes to slow scenes, many AAA games (even smaller games) use dynamic rendering technologies.

God of War High vs Medium

Examples of Medium vs. What if we told you that you’re free to have both?

We have taken five games and split them in the middle.

The highest graphical controls are on the left, while medium controls are on the right.

DOOM Eternal Ultra Nightmare vs Medium Halo building

In most of these games, you wont even be able to tell where the split occurs.

This is even true for older games where the graphics technologies and rendering techniques were less advanced.

So, ask yourselfhow much is that visual upgrade really worth?

Death Stranding Very High vs Medium

You wont be able to notice most of those configs anyway and itll give you a smoother experience.