All articles tagged with #vram
PC requirements for The Blood of Dawnwalker show a 16GB RAM baseline across presets, with VRAM needs scaling from 6GB+ at 1080p30 to 8GB+ at 1080p60 and 1440p60, and up to 12GB+ for 4K60 Ultra; a capable CPU/GPU is still required for higher resolutions. The game launches Sept 3, 2026 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and RAM price spikes and tight supply are noted in context.
An enthusiast attempts to double the RTX 3070’s VRAM by salvaging GDDR6 modules from an RX6900XT, reballing, and tuning power and memory mappings. While synthetic tests show little improvement because most workloads are compute-bound, a few titles benefit from reduced system memory pressure. Overall, the significant hardware risk and effort yield only modest gains, making the upgrade impractical for most users.
NVIDIA is introducing a 12GB GeForce RTX 5070 for laptops, using 24Gb G7 memory to help address memory shortages. The first 12GB 5070-equipped laptops from makers like ASUS, Lenovo, and MSI are expected to ship in June. Pricing hasn’t been disclosed and could approach the cost of a 5070 Ti in some configurations. Even with more memory, the wider 192-bit bus likely won’t let the extra VRAM boost performance dramatically, so the benefit is mainly higher memory headroom rather than a large speed upgrade.
Nvidia is addressing the RAM crunch by adding a 12GB VRAM configuration to the RTX 5070 Laptop GPU using 24Gb GDDR7, giving lower-end gaming laptops more headroom amid rising GPU prices, though there are no announced desktop RTX 5070 updates.
Pragmata on PC delivers striking path-traced visuals and solid performance across hardware, with RTX 5090 handling max settings and mid-range rigs like the RTX 4060 maintaining 50fps+ using DLSS; however, 8GB VRAM limits and occasional stutter tied to shadow caching complicate lower-end experiences, underscoring the need for VRAM guidance while confirming Capcom's PC tech showcase as a standout original AAA project.
Sergiy 'srg320' Dvodnenko says the MiSTer 3DO core likely can’t reach 100% accuracy because VRAM emulation needs more internal FPGA memory and several details of the Sprite Engine (and its DMA) remain unclear; while the core isn’t resource-heavy, full fidelity may be unachievable, though future reverse-engineering of MADAM/CLIO chips could improve things and a highly playable core may still satisfy retro gamers.
Intel is reportedly launching the Arc Pro B70, a professional GPU built on the Battlemage G31 (BMG-G31) die, featuring 32 Xe2 cores (4096 shaders) and 32 GB GDDR6 VRAM on a 256-bit bus, with an estimated ~300 W TDP; the Pro card is said to arrive soon, while a consumer variant (Arc B770) is rumored to have 16 GB VRAM and launch later.
Capcom confirmed a Steam-only PC patch for Monster Hunter Wilds (Ver.1.040.03.01) set to go live January 27 at 6 PM PT / January 28 2 AM GMT, adding graphics and CPU settings along with VRAM usage improvements. The update follows a bizarre DLC-related performance bug that tests on Reddit suggested DLC-present builds run significantly faster; Capcom has not yet linked this to the patch, though details were outlined in December and two more patches are planned for January and February 2026. Online sessions will remain active during the patch.
IO Interactive revised 007 First Light's PC system requirements after players flagged inconsistencies, trimming the minimum RAM from 32GB to 16GB, updating VRAM, and fixing the minimum CPU; the developer promises additional performance targets ahead of the May 27, 2026 launch, with the game coming to PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox devices, and Nintendo Switch 2. Lenny Kravitz is set to star as Bawma.
A global RAM shortage is constraining GPU memory, with Asus reportedly ending production of the RTX 5070 Ti and Nvidia signaling a prioritization of lower-VRAM models. The 16GB RTX 5060 Ti/5070 Ti options may dwindle, while 8GB variants could dominate availability; top-tier RTX 5080/5090 are expected to be more widely available. Nvidia says demand remains strong but memory supply is constrained, a combination likely to drive higher prices and tighter GPU inventories into 2026.
The article criticizes several GPU releases in 2025, highlighting the poor value and performance of 8GB models like Nvidia's RTX 5060 Ti and AMD's RX 9060 XT, which are seen as misguided and damaging to consumers, with Nvidia's RTX 5080 also underwhelming due to insufficient VRAM and high prices. Overall, the generation is marked by questionable product decisions and a lack of meaningful upgrades, especially in the entry-level and high-end segments.
Market data shows that consumers are heavily favoring higher VRAM GPUs, with 16 GB models of NVIDIA and AMD's latest cards selling significantly more than their 8 GB counterparts, indicating a strong preference for higher VRAM options due to modern gaming features and performance needs.
Steam has upgraded its PC performance monitor to include detailed metrics like separate counts for real and generated frames, CPU core usage, and VRAM availability, providing gamers with more precise tools for diagnosing performance issues, although it currently has some bugs.
Intel is set to launch the Arc B580, a new discrete GPU featuring the Battlemage architecture, aiming to compete with AMD and Nvidia by offering more VRAM and competitive pricing. Historically, Intel's GPUs faced driver issues, but recent improvements have made them more viable. The B580, priced at $250, could be a strong contender in the budget GPU market, especially as AMD and Nvidia have not released comparable options in this price range. Potential buyers should await reviews before deciding, but Intel's advancements suggest a promising alternative.
AMD's new Radeon RX 7600 XT, an upgraded version of the RX 7600 with 16 GB VRAM, offers modest performance gains over the standard model, particularly in games that benefit from the extra VRAM. However, the $60 price increase over the RX 7600 may not justify the performance improvements in all scenarios, especially when compared to other GPUs like the Radeon 6700 XT and Nvidia's RTX 4060. The 7600 XT's ray tracing performance is also underwhelming, and its value proposition is further challenged by competing options such as the Intel Arc A770. Overall, while the 16 GB VRAM is a welcome addition, the Radeon RX 7600 XT falls short of being a highly recommended product.