CPU Benchmarks for Onimusha: Way of the Sword Show X3D Performance Advantage

Onimusha: Way of the Sword CPU Performance

Capcom's Onimusha: Way of the Sword, built on the RE Engine, was used to benchmark 31 different CPUs. The RE Engine is known for its scalability across various hardware configurations, though it is generally more GPU-intensive than CPU-intensive. The testing aimed to evaluate CPU scaling within the game.

Benchmark Results and Key Findings

The benchmarks showed that X3D processors delivered a 10% performance improvement over other flagship CPUs. Conversely, the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus performed below Raptor Lake Refresh. Notably, AMD's 12-core Ryzen 9 models exhibited performance struggles in this specific game title.

Testing Methodology

Testing was conducted using the game's in-game benchmark, focusing on the gameplay section which taxes the CPU more than cutscenes. The Ultra preset was used at 1080p with an RTX 5090 Founder’s Edition to isolate CPU performance. Ray tracing, DLSS, and FSR were not enabled. Each CPU was run three times, and the median result was recorded.

Implications for Gamers

While the game runs well across a broad range of hardware, these results provide specific guidance for gamers considering CPU upgrades or builds for titles utilizing the RE Engine. The findings highlight that certain CPU architectures, like X3D, offer a performance advantage, while others, such as specific Ryzen 9 models, may not perform optimally in this engine.