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RPCS3 emulator adds support for older ATI Radeon graphics cards on Linux
RPCS3 emulator now supports ATI Radeon HD 2000, 3000, and 4000 series graphics cards on Linux. The addition allows users with older hardware to run the emulator, albeit with limited performance on lower-end cards.
Key points
- RPCS3 enhances support for older ATI Radeon GPUs on Linux.
- Initial tests show playable performance on simpler games.
- Older GPUs struggle with modern titles at higher resolutions.
Expanded Hardware Support
RPCS3 developers have adjusted the emulator's minimum system requirements to include older Radeon HD 2000, 3000, and 4000 series graphics cards. Previously, support was limited to HD 5000 and 6000 series GPUs. This expansion is specifically beneficial for Linux users, as performance with these older cards tends to be less optimal.
Performance Benchmarks
In testing, performance on an ATI Radeon HD 5850 improved from 35 to 49 FPS in Persona 5 between 2021 and now, showcasing emulator enhancements. However, older cards like the ATI Radeon HD 2600 XT struggle significantly, reportedly achieving only 13 FPS at a low resolution of 273p.
Technical Implementation
The support was made feasible through OpenGL adjustments, allowing TeraScale 1 GPUs to report higher OpenGL support levels. Initial testing with an ATI Radeon HD 4890 showed that while simpler games can achieve closer to playable frame rates, complex titles remain bottlenecked, limiting usability.
Limitations of Older GPUs
It is noted that while some older GPUs can run simpler games effectively, many will require significant resolution reductions to maintain playable performance. Games with more intricate graphics strains these older architectures, resulting in subpar performance.
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RPCS3 emulator now supports ATI Radeon HD 2000, 3000, and 4000 series graphics cards on Linux. The addition allows users with older hardware to run the emulator, albeit with limited performance on lower-end cards.