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The video reviews the performance of Destiny 2 on the ROG Ally, a handheld gaming device with an AMD Z1 CPU and a 120Hz screen. Despite its high refresh rate, the device struggles to run the game smoothly at both 720p and 1080p resolutions, necessitating low settings for acceptable playability in most AAA games. The presenter evaluates the game at different power settings (15W, 25W, and 28W), finding that higher settings improve FPS but significantly reduce battery life. At 15W, the device provides a decent balance between performance and battery longevity. The frame rate fluctuates based on the complexity of in-game environments, highlighting the trade-off between graphical settings and performance. While praising the device's lightweight design and comfortable controls, especially compared to the Steam Deck, the presenter concludes that 720p at 15W offers the best overall experience for Destiny 2 on this handheld, though viewer feedback is encouraged.
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In this part of the video, the presenter examines the performance of Destiny 2 on the new ROG Ally gaming device. They provide detailed insights into the hardware capabilities, highlighting the custom AMD Z1 CPU and the 120Hz screen. However, despite the high refresh rate, the device struggles to run Destiny 2 smoothly at both 720p and 1080p resolutions. The presenter tests the game at different power settings, 28W and 15W, and uses the Radeon Super Resolution, observing minimal FPS improvement. They also choose chaotic in-game environments to push the hardware to its limits, but find that low settings are necessary for acceptable performance in most AAA games.
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In this part of the video, the performance of a device at different settings is discussed. At 720p with 28 Watts, the FPS ranges from 38 to 50, averaging 44 FPS and holding consistently between 41 to 44 FPS. The temperature remains in the 60s and 70s, and the battery life at this setting is about an hour. Lowering to 15 Watts extends battery life to 1.5-2 hours, with a similar FPS range of 38 to 50 and an average of 44 FPS. At 1080p with 25 Watts, the FPS ranges from 26 to 51, averaging 38 FPS and holding between 31 to 33 FPS in combat. The trade-off between higher FPS and battery life is highlighted, indicating that 15 Watt settings may be preferable for extended gameplay.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the frame rate performance of a game at various power settings (15 watts and 25 watts) and resolutions (1080p and 720p). The game maintains an FPS range of 31-33 at 31.5 watts, while at 15 watts, the FPS ranges from 27 to 36 with an average of 31.5 FPS. The speaker finds that at 720p, the game runs smoother, which is preferred for a first-person shooter despite the lower resolution. Additionally, when switching from 15 watts to turbo mode at 1080p, the FPS increases from the 30s to the 50s but drops back to the 30s in more complex zones due to higher graphical demands. This illustrates that FPS performance can greatly depend on in-game environments and not just graphical settings or resolutions.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses their experience playing ‘Destiny 2’ on a handheld device at different power settings, specifically 15 watts and 25 watts. At 720p resolution, they achieved frame rates mostly in the low 40s but noted fluctuations ranging from the low 30s to low 50s depending on the intensity of on-screen activity and internet connection. The speaker praises the device’s performance, lightweight design, and comfortable controls, comparing it favorably to the Steam Deck. They emphasize that this handheld is particularly suited for ‘Destiny 2’ and seek feedback from viewers, encouraging them to like, comment, and subscribe for more content.