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00:00:00 – 00:17:59
The video focuses on playing "Monster Hunter World" on various handheld devices, particularly the Asus ROG Ally, under different settings and power profiles. The presenter tests the game at 1280×720 resolution on high settings, achieving frame rates around 50-60 FPS with occasional dips to 40 FPS. They recommend locking the frame rate at 30 FPS for stability and using the Armory Crate software to optimize performance. Further tests reveal that using a 15-watt profile allows for a consistent 60 FPS at low settings, while playing plugged into mains power at higher settings (1080p) can achieve similar results. The presenter shares personal preferences for "Monster Hunter World" over "Monster Hunter Rise," mentioning past experiences with various handhelds, including the Steam Deck and the GPD Win series, noting the latter's issues with GPU crashes. They conclude by comparing high and low settings at different resolutions and encouraging viewers to share their own configuration tips. The video also touches on performance expectations and the potential for future content based on viewer interest.
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In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates playing “Monster Hunter World” on a new device at 1280×720 resolution and high settings, running on battery at 15 watts. The initial performance in the Ancient Forest, a demanding game area, shows frame rates around the mid-50s. The presenter appreciates the performance and notes that the game is enjoyable on a Steam Deck as well. The frame rate dips to around 40 FPS in more intense scenes with explosions but does not drop below 30 FPS. The presenter suggests locking at 30 FPS for stability and utilizes the Asus Rock Ally’s built-in features to adjust frame rates. They plan to test further by lowering graphic settings to achieve a consistent 60 FPS.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the performance of Monster Hunter World on a handheld device equipped with an SSD. They mention that the SSD loads the game quickly, comparable to a desktop. On medium settings, the graphics do not significantly differ from higher settings, but the frame rate is impressive for a battery-powered device. The speaker reminisces about playing Monster Hunter on various handhelds and notes that playing at 720p medium settings provides a smooth experience at around 45 FPS. They also highlight the options available in Armory Crate, a software on Asus devices, to limit the frame rate for a fluid experience. Additionally, the speaker switches the graphics settings to low, finding that the game maintains around 58-60 FPS, despite initially starting at a lower frame rate.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the presenter discusses optimizing “Monster Hunter World” for handheld gaming, particularly focusing on settings when playing on battery power. They recommend using the 15-watt profile for maintaining a consistent 60 FPS at 720p with low presets for a smooth experience. The presenter mentions the challenges of playing on battery but notes it still delivers solid performance. They express personal preferences for “Monster Hunter World” over “Monster Hunter Rise” and appreciate the capability of playing such a game on a handheld device. For those plugged into the mains, they switch to 1080p resolution with higher settings, using the turbo profile to utilize up to 30 watts. The presenter encourages viewers to share their own presets and tweaks in the comments.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the presenter discusses the high temperatures of a machine that heats up to 95 degrees Celsius but notes that this heat is not uncomfortable to touch. They analyze the frame rate performance of a game on 1080p settings, explaining their preference for higher frame rates like 60 FPS over 30 FPS. They relate their experience playing at 40 FPS on a Steam Deck, finding it notably better than at 30 FPS. The presenter mentions no crashes while gaming on the Rog Ally, unlike other handhelds like the GPD win series, which had GPU-related crashes. They proceed to lower the display settings to medium, keeping the resolution at 1920 by 1080 with a frame rate target of 60 FPS and vsync enabled. They observe that the frame rate remains largely consistent between high and medium settings, with significant frame rate improvements only seen at lower settings. The video also touches on the performance of “Monster Hunter” as a game often used for testing, indicating the presenter’s extensive and positive experience with the game on multiple platforms.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the performance differences of a game when played on various settings and resolutions. They compare frame rates at 1080p on low settings and highlight that it achieves a stable 60 FPS, making it a viable option for a smooth gameplay experience. They then proceed to test 720p at higher settings while connected to mains power, observing that the game mostly maintains 60 FPS with occasional dips but remains playable without noticeable stuttering. The speaker concludes by recommending 720p on higher settings for mains power and 720p on low settings for battery power, especially with a 15-watt profile, to achieve a consistent 60 FPS.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the creator discusses playing a game on 720p with higher settings, noting that it generally maintains 60 frames per second with occasional minor dips. They mention their kids’ interest in the game and contemplate whether to give their youngest son, who is seven, a Steam Deck, despite concerns about how he treats his current devices. The creator highlights the Steam Deck’s console-like experience compared to Windows-based devices. They also express a desire to pursue more content based on viewer interest and subscriptions, including performance checks and retro gaming setups. Finally, the creator promotes their main channel, Pixel Cherry Ninja, for retro and FPGA content, inviting viewers to like, subscribe, and enjoy the game Monster Hunter.