A PS5 with Linux manages to move Cyberpunk 2077 RT Overdrive with route tracing

A PS5 with Linux manages to move Cyberpunk 2077 RT Overdrive with route tracing

ByEthan Collins

We already told you how support for Linux on PlayStation 5 consoles had been expanded to a greater amount of firmware. Specifically, Linux can run on consoles PS5 that have firmware from 3.0 to 6.02can even run games PlayStation 3 with the well-known emulator RPCS3. But not only can you play PS3 games, the route tracing (Path Tracing) running Cyberpunk 2077 on one of these consoles with Linux.

Cyberpunk 2077 with Path Tracing and PC games on a PS5

Linux allows you to install the gaming client Steam and the compatibility layer Proton to play Windows games on a PS5 compatible. Thus, the PS5 can start PC games such as Cyberpunk 2077 RT Overdrive what did you try Digital Foundryand which also executed Quake II RTX and RTX Portal. The least demanding is Quake II RTXin the middle is located RTX Portal and the most demanding is without a doubt Cyberpunk 2077.

The tests carried out sought to maintain a rate of FPS more or less playablefor which he activated an output resolution of 1080p with performance mode XeSS activated. This configuration achieved an average of 22.6 FPS offering a native resolution of 470p. If the output is changed to 1,920 x 800 the native goes down to 348p and the FPS almost reached 27 on average. However, when using a mod to optimize ray tracingperformance rose considerably to 35.5 FPS average.

AMD’s frame generation allowed us to exceed 70 FPS

With the AMD frame generationCyberpunk was able to reach the 70 FPS on averagea more than decent rate to play. But unfortunately the AI ​​generated frames looked like a blurry image instead of improving movement.

The best results were obviously for the least demanding game, Quake II RTXwhich came to 11.4 FPS with a native resolution of 4K. Wearing TAAU from 1080p to 4Kthe FPS rate exceeded 40 and with a dynamic scaling with 540p was already approaching 60FPS.

The PS5 Pro is not yet compatible with this Linux project on PS5

These tests could be improved with a PS5 Probut currently this project that allows you to install Linux on Sony consoles It is not available for this more powerful model. The PS5 Pro can more easily execute technologies ray tracingwhich could facilitate a Higher FPS rate with better graphics quality.

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Ethan Collins
Ethan Collins

As a dedicated tech enthusiast and writer at IRC Junkie, I explore the latest innovations in software and hardware. With a background in computer science, I thrive on simplifying complex technological concepts for our readers. My goal is to inspire curiosity and understanding in the ever-evolving world of technology.