OT - Frame Rates with GWX

12-27-06, 07:47 AM

Just out of curiosity I wanted find out what my frame rates were like while in external camera mode in port and out at sea. I'm running the GWX mod and I have found while in port with all the activity going on I'm running about 18 to 24 FPS, but when I venture out to sea I'm running pretty much double that at 42 to 48 FPS. The interior areas run about 10 FPS more than previously specified.

From a hardware poiunt of view what components help boost the FPS figure? Is it a combination of RAM, Mobo, CPU or Graphics Card? Or is it a particular compenent such as the GPU?

Current Spec

AMD 64 3500+ 2.1Ghz
Corsair TwinX 1 pair of 512Mb modules (1Gb Total)
Asus A8N SLI Deluxe
Asus EN7900GT TOP Graphics Card

danlisa · 12-27-06, 07:51 AM

I'm running a X800 Pro. I get the same as you in port, 18-24 FPS but at sea I can pull in about 80 - 100 FPS. This is with the AA/AF + Textures maxed out on the card settings.

Try and enable your cards Adaptive AA you should see a boost in performance.

There is really nothing in your setup which is pulling down your performance.

fredbass · 12-27-06, 08:02 AM

If you want better frame rates in the harbors, you can enable the 'Lite Harbor Traffic Mod' as well, FYI.

SilverGhost · 12-27-06, 10:51 AM

I'm using a GeForce 7800 GS OC (AGP) on a high end system. Typical framerates I'm pulling are 40-80 zoomed in and 120+ zoomed out. (GWX with mods).

Hartmann · 12-27-06, 12:38 PM

I noticied the same in stock sh3 .

could be possible remove the factories smoke ??? :hmm:

Jimbuna · 12-27-06, 01:39 PM

Probably the best way to raise your FPS would be to install 'Lite Harbor Traffic Mod'

KevinB · 12-27-06, 03:20 PM

Try updating your drivers, it worked for me.

irish1958 · 12-27-06, 05:39 PM

Hartmann, I found that if I cut the particle density in the SHIII options, my frame rate goes up a lot. I found that I don't miss the smoke that much.

Tool · 12-27-06, 07:53 PM

What is the framerate counter key command?

12-27-06, 08:25 PM

I think it's "Ctrl" & "F8"

It seems that it's a trade off for beauty and performance for the time being - unless you want to splash out on some super kit to get those FPS ratings higher.

I'm quite happy with the detail levels at the moment even though I have the AA settings etc set to the max.

I have an upgrade planned for next Spring, mainly upgrade my mobo, CPU and RAM - hopefully the GPU will be able to handle SHIV, it would be nice to have a rough idea as that game's hardware requirements.

Is there anyone running SH3 & GWX with 2Gb of RAM? Is it worth getting anymore?

Tool · 12-27-06, 09:07 PM

I'm running a new E6400 dual core with 1 gig and a 7600 GT OC. The only time I get choppiness is in ports when it first loads, but no other slowdowns or slideshows. I plan to upgrade to 2 gigs soon though.

Hartmann · 12-27-06, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by irish1958

Hartmann, I found that if I cut the particle density in the SHIII options, my frame rate goes up a lot. I found that I don't miss the smoke that much.

Ok thanks for the information.

Jimbuna · 12-28-06, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Is there anyone running SH3 & GWX with 2Gb of RAM? Is it worth getting anymore?

I'm using 2GB (upgraded from 1GB).....it doesn't actually improve anything 'cosmetically'

However, it did improve my loadind speeds by approx. 30%

Mooncatt · 12-28-06, 04:49 AM

im running x700pro 256mb sapphire hybrid i get bout 30fps in port and double at sea if i come accross a convoy or summat i cant use tc so much as it just goes crappy

12-27-06, 07:47 AM	#1
Goose_green Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	OT - Frame Rates with GWX Just out of curiosity I wanted find out what my frame rates were like while in external camera mode in port and out at sea. I'm running the GWX mod and I have found while in port with all the activity going on I'm running about 18 to 24 FPS, but when I venture out to sea I'm running pretty much double that at 42 to 48 FPS. The interior areas run about 10 FPS more than previously specified. From a hardware poiunt of view what components help boost the FPS figure? Is it a combination of RAM, Mobo, CPU or Graphics Card? Or is it a particular compenent such as the GPU? Current Spec AMD 64 3500+ 2.1Ghz Corsair TwinX 1 pair of 512Mb modules (1Gb Total) Asus A8N SLI Deluxe Asus EN7900GT TOP Graphics Card

12-27-06, 07:51 AM	#2
danlisa Navy Seal Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cornwall, UK Posts: 5,499 Downloads: 45 Uploads: 1	I'm running a X800 Pro. I get the same as you in port, 18-24 FPS but at sea I can pull in about 80 - 100 FPS. This is with the AA/AF + Textures maxed out on the card settings. Try and enable your cards Adaptive AA you should see a boost in performance. There is really nothing in your setup which is pulling down your performance. __________________

12-27-06, 08:02 AM	#3
fredbass Ace of the Deep Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Port Richey, Fl, USA Posts: 1,066 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	If you want better frame rates in the harbors, you can enable the 'Lite Harbor Traffic Mod' as well, FYI. __________________

12-27-06, 12:38 PM	#5
Hartmann Sea Lord Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Grid CH 26, Spain ,Barcelona Posts: 1,857 Downloads: 204 Uploads: 0	I noticied the same in stock sh3 . could be possible remove the factories smoke ??? :hmm: __________________ But this ship can't sink!... She is made of iron, sir. I assure you, she can. and she will. It is a mathematical certainty. Strength and honor

12-27-06, 01:39 PM	#6
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,615 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	Probably the best way to raise your FPS would be to install 'Lite Harbor Traffic Mod' __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

12-27-06, 10:51 AM	#4
SilverGhost Electrician's Mate Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 131 Downloads: 39 Uploads: 0	I'm using a GeForce 7800 GS OC (AGP) on a high end system. Typical framerates I'm pulling are 40-80 zoomed in and 120+ zoomed out. (GWX with mods).

12-27-06, 03:20 PM	#7
KevinB Planesman Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 195 Downloads: 1 Uploads: 0	Try updating your drivers, it worked for me.

12-27-06, 05:39 PM	#8
irish1958 Ocean Warrior Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Carmel, Indiana Posts: 3,250 Downloads: 320 Uploads: 11	Smoke and FR Hartmann, I found that if I cut the particle density in the SHIII options, my frame rate goes up a lot. I found that I don't miss the smoke that much. __________________ Irish1958

12-27-06, 07:53 PM	#9
Tool Planesman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 189 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	What is the framerate counter key command? __________________ 309th Wild Ducks www.56thvfw.com

12-27-06, 08:25 PM	#10
Goose_green Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	I think it's "Ctrl" & "F8" It seems that it's a trade off for beauty and performance for the time being - unless you want to splash out on some super kit to get those FPS ratings higher. I'm quite happy with the detail levels at the moment even though I have the AA settings etc set to the max. I have an upgrade planned for next Spring, mainly upgrade my mobo, CPU and RAM - hopefully the GPU will be able to handle SHIV, it would be nice to have a rough idea as that game's hardware requirements. Is there anyone running SH3 & GWX with 2Gb of RAM? Is it worth getting anymore?

12-27-06, 09:07 PM	#11
Tool Planesman Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 189 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I'm running a new E6400 dual core with 1 gig and a 7600 GT OC. The only time I get choppiness is in ports when it first loads, but no other slowdowns or slideshows. I plan to upgrade to 2 gigs soon though. __________________ 309th Wild Ducks www.56thvfw.com

12-28-06, 04:49 AM	#14
Mooncatt Grey Wolf Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Keighley UK Posts: 938 Downloads: 78 Uploads: 0	im running x700pro 256mb sapphire hybrid i get bout 30fps in port and double at sea if i come accross a convoy or summat i cant use tc so much as it just goes crappy __________________