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February 20, 2025

EDB Postgres® AI Significantly Outperforms Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB, and MySQL in New Benchmark Study

EnterpriseDB (EDB) has released findings from a benchmark study by McKnight Consulting Group, showing that EDB Postgres AI outperforms Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB, and MySQL in various workloads, including transactional, analytical, and AI tasks. Key performance metrics include being 150 times faster than MongoDB in processing JSON data, 4 times faster than MySQL in handling insert operations, and outperforming Oracle by 17% and SQL Server by 30% in processing New Orders Per Minute (NOPM). EDB Postgres AI also offers 7 times better price performance than Oracle and 6 times better than SQL Server. The study highlights the challenges enterprises face with legacy systems consuming 55% of IT budgets, which hampers modernization efforts. EDB Postgres AI aims to address these challenges by streamlining data infrastructure, reducing total cost of ownership, and facilitating AI capabilities in a secure environment.

AppWizard

February 14, 2025

Ubisoft Releases Assassin’s Creed Shadows PC & New-Gen Features Trailer

Ubisoft has announced that Assassin’s Creed Shadows will be released on March 20, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, set in 16th-century feudal Japan. The game features two protagonists: Yasuke, a historical African samurai, and Naoe, a skilled shinobi. It will not be available on older consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Key features include uncapped frame rates on PC, multiple performance modes on consoles, ray tracing, AI-driven upscaling techniques, and spatial audio technology. The game is powered by the new Anvil engine, designed exclusively for current-generation hardware, and will run at 60 FPS on consoles. Minimum and recommended system requirements for PC have been specified, and the game requires a constant internet connection for activation and online features. Pre-orders are open with multiple editions available.

AppWizard

February 14, 2025

Avowed PC Technical Report – Solid Work from Obsidian: 4K@200FPS with DLAA and Max Settings

Avowed is set for release on February 18, with early access available for Premium Edition owners. The game is developed using Unreal Engine 5 and is noted for its smooth performance, impressive expansive zones, and commendable visual fidelity. It features ray-traced reflections, particularly on water, and minimal stuttering issues when a frame rate cap is applied. Obsidian has implemented a shader generation process during initial loading to enhance gameplay smoothness. The game does not currently support NVIDIA’s DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation, but a workaround for subtitle ghosting was utilized. Performance testing was conducted at 4K resolution with max settings on a high-end rig, achieving an average of 200 FPS with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation set to 4x. The visuals are striking, although there is no native HDR support, which can be enabled through a workaround. The game supports the DualSense Edge controller, and Dolby Atmos performs well. The credits reveal collaboration with several supporting studios, including the Xbox Games Technology Group.

AppWizard

February 14, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds is already having a discount ahead of launch – Here’s where you can hunt for Capcom’s biggest game of 2025 at a cheaper price

Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on February 28, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, with a retail price of .99. The PC version is available at a discounted price of .79 at GreenManGaming. Players will take on the role of a monster hunter tasked with exploring the Forbidden Lands and reuniting a lost boy named Nata with his tribe. The game features expansive hunting environments, a diverse array of monsters, and introduces new gameplay mechanics, including a mount called Seikret and support for cross-play online multiplayer. Preorders for the PC version are currently available at a discounted price, and players are encouraged to check the PC Benchmark program to ensure their systems meet the requirements.

AppWizard

February 13, 2025

Performance quirks, both good and bad, make Avowed a real trickster on PC hardware

Avowed is a high-quality RPG with the following minimum and recommended PC specifications: Minimum PC Specs: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel Core i5-8400 - RAM: 16GB - GPU: AMD Radeon RX 5700 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 75GB available space Recommended PC Specs: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel Core i7-10700K - RAM: 16GB - GPU: AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 75GB available space Benchmark tests show the GTX 1070 achieving 37fps at Low settings on native 1080p, and 50fps with Quality-level FSR 3. The RTX 3070 reached 48fps at 1080p with the Epic preset, and 67fps with DLSS activated in Quality mode. The RTX 4060 averaged 39fps on Epic and 61fps on High at native 1080p. Lower-end systems, like an MSI GF63 Thin laptop with 8GB of RAM and an RTX 4050, may struggle to exceed 30fps. The Steam Deck requires significant compromises to maintain playability. Performance-enhancing tools like DLSS, FSR, and Unreal Engine 5’s built-in TSR can enhance gameplay. Recommended settings for optimal performance include: - Motion blur: 0% - Upscaling: Nvidia DLSS 3 on Quality / TSR on 67% - Shadow quality: Medium - Global illumination quality: Medium - Everything else: Epic preset equivalent These settings allowed the RTX 4060 to reach 82fps. Avowed supports DLSS 3 frame generation on RTX 40 series GPUs, increasing average performance from 75fps to 111fps, though minor issues with dialogue boxes were noted. The game has a storage requirement of 75GB and does not require an SSD.

AppWizard

February 13, 2025

Avowed PC performance analysis: Sometimes good, sometimes bad, frequently odd

Avowed has transitioned from an expansive open-world design to a semi-open world format with interconnected large levels, maintaining elements from both Skyrim and Pillars of Eternity. Developed by Obsidian, it targets 30 fps for the Xbox Series X/S version, with early impressions suggesting that ultra-high frame rates are not prioritized for the PC version. The game uses Unreal Engine 5 and offers a Lumen option for ray tracing in 'software RT' mode, which is accessible for users without ray-tracing-capable GPUs but with reduced visual accuracy. Benchmark tests were conducted in Claviger's Landing, revealing performance insights. The Asus ROG Ally X experienced crashes when changing graphics settings, while the review code was generally stable with minor glitches. The game features multiple quality presets: - Low quality preset: Decent visuals but pronounced model and shadow pop-in, suitable for basic setups. - Medium quality preset: Improved visuals with richer colors and reduced shadow pop-in, though some animations trigger abruptly. - High quality preset: Balances visual fidelity and performance, achieving acceptable frame rates at 1080p, but lower-tier PCs may experience stuttering. - Epic quality preset: Most visually impressive but can lead to lag on weaker systems; ray tracing does not significantly enhance graphics. - Lumen ray tracing: Activating this mode offers marginal improvements in lighting and shadowing but may not justify performance trade-offs. Avowed includes upscaling technologies like Nvidia's DLSS and AMD's FSR, with DLSS performing better but still underwhelming. The game is recommended to be played on the High preset for optimal enjoyment, with caution advised regarding upscaling options unless using a compatible GeForce RTX card.

Winsage

February 13, 2025

Poor PC performance in 2025 leads to Windows 11 vs Windows 10 culprit speculation

PassMark reported a decline in average CPU performance for Windows PCs in 2025, which may be unprecedented. Possible factors for this trend include the transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11, increased bloatware, and consumers opting for cheaper or lower power hardware. The performance data is based on thousands of PerformanceTest benchmark results submitted by users and updated bi-weekly. Despite claims that Windows 11 offers better performance than Windows 10, independent evaluations suggest Windows 10 often outperforms Windows 11. Additionally, the majority of users are not upgrading to CPUs with more than eight cores, a trend consistent since 2020. In gaming, most titles do not utilize more than 16 processor threads, and the focus is shifting towards GPU capabilities due to high-resolution gaming and software designed for hardware acceleration.

AppWizard

February 7, 2025

5 PC gaming myths you might still believe (and shouldn’t)

PC gaming does not have to be expensive; entry-level options are accessible and can handle many popular titles. Many modern games run on lower-tier hardware, allowing players to enjoy them without needing powerful systems. Assembling a gaming rig is no longer overly complicated due to the availability of prebuilt PCs and simplified software management. It is rare for gamers to upgrade their PCs every year; many maintain their systems for several years with incremental upgrades. PC gaming is not limited to hardcore gamers; it offers a wide range of titles for all types of players, with support for controllers and frequent discounts available.

AppWizard

February 7, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds: Can Your PC Run This Supernatural Safari Scuffle?

Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on PC (Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 28, 2025, with a retail price of .99. The Deluxe Edition costs .99 and includes gestures and cosmetic armor, while the Premium Deluxe Edition is priced at .99 and offers additional cosmetic DLC. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-10400 CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 GPU, and 75GB of available storage on an SSD. The recommended system requirements are similar, with the GPU upgraded to AMD Radeon RX 6600 or Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super. Capcom will provide a benchmark tool for players to assess their gaming PCs and will host two open beta sessions on February 6-9 and February 13-16, 2025. The game supports both controller and keyboard/mouse configurations, and a broadband internet connection is recommended for online multiplayer. Cross-platform play will be available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S players.

AppWizard

February 6, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds brings hope with newly lowered PC requirements, then dashes it with a benchmark tool

Capcom announced the PC system requirements for Monster Hunter Wilds, set to launch on February 28th, aiming for broader accessibility with lower specifications. A standalone benchmark tool is available on Steam, allowing players to test performance. The storage requirement has decreased from 140GB to 75GB, and minimum CPU and GPU requirements have been lowered, such as changing the Nvidia GPU from GTX 1660 Super to GTX 1660 and the Intel CPU from i5-10600 to i5-10400. However, the revised minimum specs only guarantee 1080p performance with upscaling and frame generation technologies. Testing with a GTX 1060 and Core i9-13900K showed disappointing results, averaging 26fps at 1080p with low settings, improving to 45fps with frame generation but suffering from input lag. The Steam Deck also performed poorly, averaging 27fps. In contrast, newer graphics cards like the RTX 4060 achieved 62fps at 1080p with high settings, reaching 98fps with frame generation. The RTX 5080 delivered 72fps at 4K with maximum settings, hitting 110fps with frame generation. Further testing will be needed to assess stable frame rates without relying on frame generation.