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http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2015-fallout-4-performance-analysis

PS4 vs. Xbox One framerate test
PS4 vs. Xbox One vs. Budget PC framerate test

All things put into perspective, Fallout 4 does hold 30fps as a general rule, but drops are noticeable. For example, moving between major city areas is a particular strain on the engine, causing PS4 and Xbox One to drop to 20fps in matching spots on the map. Like clockwork, each platform lurches downward for a spell when passing a threshold in the environment - suggesting assets are being decompressed on the fly for the next location. 30fps is restored relatively quickly on arriving at the next spot, and it's business as usual from there. However it's not an ideal setup when these connecting areas are filled with enemies, and controller response suddenly takes a hit - though PS4 holds a frame-rate advantage in matching runs.

On top of this, Xbox One is unique in its suffering of a stuttering issue, halting the game experience for up to a second during play. It's a glaring hitch downward, and matching runs to the gates of Diamond City shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero) while PS4 turns the same corner at 28fps. Each has their blips, but having tested two separate Xbox One and PS4 consoles, the results are always the same across the world at large; we get sizeable stutters on Microsoft's console that aren't present on PS4.

It's a clear result across city areas, but surprisingly PS4 has a shortcoming elsewhere. While most battles produce a similar overall frame-rate, shootouts involving heavy transparency effects can affect PS4 more negatively than we'd expect. In extreme cases, such as on approaching an early Deathclaw enemy in Concord town, PS4 wavers close to the 20fps line when letting rip on a minigun. Fire, smoke, and blood splatter effects collide, and on re-testing this section several times on both consoles, Xbox One consistently produces a near-unshakable 30fps. It's possible this is a side-effect of Bethesda's choice to begin engine optimisations on Xbox One - but even so, PS4's lengthy stretches at the low 20fps range are out of place, given its advantages in every other area.

For now though, evidence so far suggests those buying Fallout 4 on console should get an overall smoother experience from PS4. It's far from perfect, and we have a suspicion re-tests will be due once each machine receives new patches down the line. As ever, we'll update as new information comes in. Meanwhile, for those with PC as their platform of choice, all the signs look good for a smooth experience even on budget kit. We're currently putting together an in-depth guide to settings tweaks and recommended setups, so expect that in the next couple of days.

 

[bombshell]

For now though, evidence so far suggests those buying Fallout 4 on console should get an overall smoother experience from PS4.

BOOM

 

[boeso]

LORD

 

[Doctor_Thomas]

Oh boy.... here we go.

 

[GalvoAg]

Oh wow

 

[GribbleGrunger]

Oh, this is going to be hilarious. Where's the pop corn gif?

 

[baudelinog]

And now 50 pages about nothing?

 

[2thepoint]

Ohh, what a pleasant change.

The Age of PS4 Continues.

 

[todahawk]

BOOM

considering the way the other thread is going, color me surprised.

 

[_Clash_]

Didn't Digital Foundry think PS4 offered the more ideal performance with Witcher 3 too?

 

[Dunkley]

Something something interiors

Jokes aside can't wait for the tinfoil crew that called PS4 running worse than the Xbone because of a supposed marketing deal.

 

[leeh]

BOOM

What's so explosive about that comment? I thought people expected this? Although, I haven't read through that ridiculous 60 pager about framerate dips indoors.

 

[Renekton]

But initial testing shows PS4 and Xbox One's core graphics settings are surprisingly close across the board. Texture maps are matched for resolution, with a generous level of anisotropic filtering across the ground for good measure.

Hopefully this helps put to rest the PS4 AF speculation.

As an aside, we can say that even ultra level textures still fit comfortably within a 2GB framebuffer at 1080p. VRAM utilisation isn't a problem for Fallout 4.

My friend will be happy to hear this

 

[falconxcrunner09]

But that's not the whole story. On top of this, Xbox One is unique in its suffering of a stuttering issue, halting the game experience for up to a second during play. It's a glaring hitch downward, and matching runs to the gates of Diamond City shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero) while PS4 turns the same corner at 28fps. Each has their blips, but having tested two separate Xbox One and PS4 consoles, the results are always the same across the world at large; we get sizeable stutters on Microsoft's console that aren't present on PS4.

Ouch

 

[Mikey Jr.]

Ps4 is better?

Gaf outrage was wrong?! Unbelievable.

 

[PhazonBlazer]

Well...this thread should be something.

 

[dealer-]

BOOM

Blimey, and some people were switching over their pre orders from PS4 to Xbox One yesterday.

 

[Dredd97]

ok dis gonna be gud! or words to that effect!

 

[Krakn3Dfx]

Oh snap.

PC it is.

 

[Saucycarpdog]

BOOM

And yet the PC will come out ahead in the end. i3/750 combo probably beats out the PS4 version.

Meanwhile, for those with PC as their platform of choice, all the signs look good for a smooth experience even on budget kit.

 

[LiK]

okay, happy I preordered the PS4 one now.

 

[psychotron]

 

[Theorry]

BOOM

Whats boom about that?

 

[SomedayTheFire]

A drop to 0? oof.

 

[Tenebrous]

Meanwhile, for those with PC as their platform of choice, all the signs look good for a smooth experience even on budget kit.

Yet both consoles still can't maintain a steady 30? Oh well.

 

[Yurikerr]

What's so explosive about that comment? I thought people expected this? Although, I haven't read through that ridiculous 60 pager about framerate dips indoors.

There were a period where XB1 was said to be the better option, and we had the classic GAF posts about people changing pre-orders, selling consoles and committing suicide because of it.

 

[Dick Justice]

shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero) while PS4 turns the same corner at 28fps.

I remember when people were excited to see what Bethesda could do with so much more RAM than last gen. Lol.

 

[GribbleGrunger]

Didn't Digital Foundry think PS4 offered the more ideal performance with Witcher 3 too?

And it begins ...

 

[bombshell]

What's so explosive about that comment? I thought people expected this? Although, I haven't read through that ridiculous 60 pager about framerate dips indoors.

Go and read the 60+ page trying its hardest to prove that the Xbox One version has the better framerate.

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=184767092

 

[Backfoggen]

But that's not the whole story. On top of this, Xbox One is unique in its suffering of a stuttering issue, halting the game experience for up to a second during play. It's a glaring hitch downward, and matching runs to the gates of Diamond City shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero) while PS4 turns the same corner at 28fps. Each has their blips, but having tested two separate Xbox One and PS4 consoles, the results are always the same across the world at large; we get sizeable stutters on Microsoft's console that aren't present on PS4.

Damn Bethesda still shipping 0 fps titles

 

[Blobbers]

If you care about framerate and all that other good stuff, the PS4 is the version to get. Got it.

 

[Loudninja]

Yeah that zero has to be a bug.

 

[Garrett Hawke]

BOOM

MS moneyhatted better performance on PS4 confirmed

 

[Katana_Strikes]

This and the NPD thread all in one week. And not forgetting the Week of the XBoneTM.

What a rush!!

 

[Familienoberhauptvogel]

0fps? not <1. Semantics

 

[Y0j1mb0]

Eatingpopcorn.gif

 

[Blimblim]

We've got a a few FPS videos up too
PS4:
http://www.gamersyde.com/hqstream_fallout_4_ps4_fps_analysis-36141_en.html
http://www.gamersyde.com/hqstream_fallout_4_ps4_fps_analysis_2-36142_en.html
X1 (keep in mind that the fps goes to 0 if we open a menu or stop moving when reading the gps graph though...)
http://www.gamersyde.com/hqstream_fallout_4_xbox_one_fps_analysis-36133_en.html

 

[spookyfish]

BOOM

So it's like always. Better visuals on PS4, better performance on XB1.

/sarcasm

 

[_Clash_]

And it begins ...

 

[aravuus]

0 fps? Now that's low

 

[VE3TRO]

1:26 - 1:31 on the first video for XB1 drops bad. Probably get it on PC anyway.

 

[Theorry]

20fps drops. Uh i will wait.

 

[Alcoholikaust]

Spoiler

Game ran fine for me on PS4-glad I was not crazy

 

[g11]

Underwhelming performance for both consoles, but after all the pre-launch scuttlebutt, I figured the XBOne would eek out a victory.

 

[bombshell]

Ouch

That Skyrim kiss of death 0 fps drop is now in the Xbox One version wow.

 

[Phoenix944]

Don't have a choice, so I'll take the PS4 version. But I hope I can build a nice PC someday...

 

[Intheflorsh]

0 FPS is... not great.

 

[jiggles]

It's a glaring hitch downward, and matching runs to the gates of Diamond City shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero)

Xbox One has no frames

Spoiler

Please don't shoot

 

[Noobcraft]

Meanwhile, for those with PC as their platform of choice, all the signs look good for a smooth experience even on budget kit.

... This gen.

 

[Ghost Slayer]

shows Xbox One dropping to a record 0fps (zero) while PS4 turns the same corner at 28fps

X1 Fallout 4 is the new PS3 Skyrim