All articles tagged with #performance optimization
CachyOS, an Arch Linux-based distribution popular among gamers and enthusiasts, is developing a server edition aimed at NAS, workstations, and servers, featuring hardened configurations and performance optimizations, with plans to enhance compiler optimizations and provide easy deployment for hosting providers.
The article discusses how creative mapping of SIMD instructions from the PlayStation 3's Cell processor to x86 instructions like SSE and AVX can optimize emulation performance, highlighting the unique architecture of the Cell processor and its relevance to high-performance computing.
Disabling CPU Boost on handheld gaming PCs like Xbox Ally and ASUS ROG Ally can improve game performance, reduce heat, and extend battery life by preventing thermal throttling and inconsistent frame rates, especially in GPU-heavy titles. The process is simple through Armoury Crate SE, allowing users to toggle between raw speed and cooler, smoother gameplay based on their needs.
Mesa 26.0 NVK driver has received a performance improvement for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 'Turing' GPUs, specifically optimizing the NAK compiler to better utilize hardware capabilities, which could enhance gaming and compute workloads. Ongoing driver improvements promise further performance gains, with upcoming benchmarks expected to showcase these advancements.
AMD is seeking user performance logs on RDNA3/RDNA4 GPUs, including Strix Halo APU systems, to improve the performance of PyTorch, ComfyUI, and Stable Diffusion by optimizing relevant kernels and libraries.
Researchers tested the new Windows 11 Xbox Mode on an older ROG Ally device, finding significant UI improvements and performance gains mainly due to disabling startup apps by default, which frees system resources and enhances gaming performance on handheld devices. The mode offers a more console-like experience, with a dedicated launcher, better game management, and optimized multitasking, signaling a positive step forward for Windows-powered handheld gaming devices.
Borderlands 4 faces performance issues on PC due to poor optimization and Unreal 5 usage, but players can improve gameplay by adjusting settings like DLSS, frame generation, and fog quality. Gearbox has released patches to address stuttering and crashes, but the game still requires further optimization for smoother performance.
PC modders are quickly creating fixes and enhancements for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, addressing performance issues and adding fun features like swapping Snake for Hideo Kojima, ahead of official updates from Konami.
Regularly clearing your iPhone's cache, especially before installing major updates like iOS 26 beta, helps free up storage, improve app performance, and prevent conflicts caused by outdated data. The process involves accessing Settings, managing app data, and clearing Safari's browsing history and website data to ensure a smoother and more stable device experience.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is facing criticism on Steam due to poor PC performance, prompting a quick update that includes performance improvements, bug fixes, and minor gameplay adjustments to enhance stability and fairness. Despite negative reviews, the game remains a top-seller on Steam.
The article provides a guide to optimizing the Apple TV 4K by adjusting settings such as video format to 4K SDR, enabling chroma 4:4:4 if supported, setting HDMI output to YCbCr, enabling Match Content for automatic SDR/HDR switching, tweaking audio options like Enhance Dialogue, and customizing remote and general settings for better performance and user experience.
Stellar Blade exemplifies excellent PC port quality with stable performance, ultrawide support up to 32:9, and smooth gameplay across various devices, setting a high standard for future game optimization and porting practices.
Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki Yoshida shared details about the upcoming PC version, stating that high-end hardware can achieve over 100 FPS with better graphical fidelity. The PC version will include various graphics settings sliders, but system requirements and potential additions like ray tracing effects are yet to be finalized. A demo will be released for PC users to test the game's performance on their hardware before purchase, and Square Enix is finalizing optimization, indicating a relatively short time between the release date announcement and the actual launch.
Microsoft's PC Manager app, designed to optimize Windows performance, has raised concerns due to its inclusion of questionable features. The app includes an option to clean the Windows Prefetch folder, despite Microsoft's own warnings against doing so. Additionally, the app contains affiliate links to Chinese software websites, potentially generating revenue for Microsoft. While the app's impact is not explicitly harmful, users are advised to exercise caution when using it.
Microsoft has finally made the PC Manager app available for download from the Microsoft Store after two years of development, allowing users to optimize their Windows PC performance through health checks, storage management, and a convenient Toolbox featuring essential tools like a recorder, Bing translator, and calculator. The app also offers a deep scan feature, large file management, and easy access to new Windows apps, and has received a 4.5-star rating.