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Fortnite: New Performance Mode vs. Legacy Performance Mode FPS Comparison and Optimal Settings
This video compares Fortnite's new performance mode with the legacy performance mode, analyzing FPS and input delay. It concludes that the legacy performance mode provides a better experience in terms of input delay, with no significant difference in FPS. It also introduces free optimization methods to improve FPS.
Switching to the previous performance mode, Legacy Performance Mode (DirectX 11), to conduct a comparison test with the new performance mode.
Overall, legacy performance mode is effective in improving input delay, and the FPS decrease is not significant.
In conclusion, legacy performance mode provides a better gaming experience with less input delay, and various optimization methods can be used to improve FPS.
1. 🎮 New Performance Mode (DirectX 12) Initial Test and First Impressions
- ✅ The new performance mode uses DirectX 12.
- ⚠️ Initial test results showed FPS around 400~500 during building.
- ⚠️ Input delay feels bad.
| DirectX | Description |
|---|---|
| DirectX 12 | Latest version, provides more setting options |
| DirectX 11 | Old version, comparison target with the new performance mode |
00:00 - 00:28
1. 🎮 New Performance Mode (DirectX 12) Initial Test and First Impressions
- ✅ The new performance mode uses DirectX 12.
- ⚠️ Initial test results showed FPS around 400~500 during building.
- ⚠️ Input delay feels bad.
| DirectX | Description |
|---|---|
| DirectX 12 | Latest version, provides more setting options |
| DirectX 11 | Old version, comparison target with the new performance mode |
00:29 - 01:38
2. ⚙️ Switching to Legacy Performance Mode (DirectX 11) and Setup Method
- ✅ You can switch by selecting 'Legacy Performance Mode' in the settings.
- ✅ You must restart the game after applying.
Switching to the previous performance mode, Legacy Performance Mode (DirectX 11), to conduct a comparison test with the new performance mode.
01:39 - 03:27
3. 📊 Legacy Performance Mode Test Results: FPS and Input Delay Comparison
- ✅ Legacy performance mode has a faster loading speed than the new performance mode.
- ✅ FPS is slightly lower in legacy performance mode, but input delay is much improved.
- ✅ Personally, I think the legacy performance mode with less input delay is better.
| Performance Mode | FPS | Input Delay |
|---|---|---|
| New Performance Mode (DirectX 12) | 500~600 | Bad |
| Legacy Performance Mode (DirectX 11) | 480~580 | Good |
Overall, legacy performance mode is effective in improving input delay, and the FPS decrease is not significant.
03:28 - 04:57
4. 🛠️ Free Optimization Methods and Conclusion for Improving FPS
- ✅ Provides a Discord link to solve FPS issues.
- ✅ Provides various optimization methods (mouse, keyboard, video, network, etc.).
- ✅ There are free and paid optimization options.
- ✅ It is recommended to create a restore point before optimization.
- ✅ Personally, I will continue to use legacy performance mode.
In conclusion, legacy performance mode provides a better gaming experience with less input delay, and various optimization methods can be used to improve FPS.