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Plau87
6 years ago

Can anyone help me with my graphics settings?

Hello :)

I would be so grateful if anyone would help me set the best graphics settings possible for my game. I don't really know much about this so I would appreciate any help.

My PC specs (please let me know if other info is needed. I translated it to english, spelling mistakes may occur):

Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U CPU @ 2.50 GHz 2.59 GHz
RAM: 8,00 GB (7,87 GB usable)
System type: 64-bit operative system, x64-based processor
GPU: Intel(R) HD Graphics 520

I want to know how far I can push the settings without the game getting laggy (or worse?).
I would like to know what "vertical sync", "uncompressed sim textures" and "post processing effects" is, and if I should check them or not?
And should I check "laptop mode"?

Thanks a whole bunch <3
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  • Nindigo79's avatar
    Nindigo79
    Seasoned Ace
    6 years ago
    Well, what is your graphics card?

    Also, why don't you just try the different settings? We can't see when your game runs smoothly. You can't break anything by trying.

    I don't use VSync as I feel it makes my game stutter. I use uncompressed textures - the game looks prettier, but it's harder on the computer. Post-processing make the distance look blurred. I use that, as my eyes don't agree with sharp contours everywhere.

    Laptop mode is if you are using a laptop - they typically overheat faster than a stationary computer.
  • Plau87's avatar
    Plau87
    6 years ago
    "Nindigo;c-17379581" wrote:
    Well, what is your graphics card?

    Also, why don't you just try the different settings? We can't see when your game runs smoothly. You can't break anything by trying.

    I don't use VSync as I feel it makes my game stutter. I use uncompressed textures - the game looks prettier, but it's harder on the computer. Post-processing make the distance look blurred. I use that, as my eyes don't agree with sharp contours everywhere.

    Laptop mode is if you are using a laptop - they typically overheat faster than a stationary computer.


    I thought graphics card and GPU is the same? My graphics card is Intel(R) HD Graphics 520 as written above.

    Of course I could try testing the settings, I just wondered if anyone has some tips or experience with the same specs, I'd like to know what my computer will be able to handle so I have something to start with. Because I've got no idea. And testing takes time.

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