The video provides an extensive GPU performance analysis of Forza Horizon 6, testing 47 graphics cards from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel across various resolutions (1080p, 1440p, and 4K) and quality presets including Extreme+RT, High+RT, Extreme, and High. The game leverages Turn 10 Studios’ in-house Forza tech engine, targeting ninth-generation consoles like the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, enabling advanced features such as ray tracing-enabled global illumination, ray-traced reflections, and real-time rainbow refraction shaders. The game supports multiple upscaling technologies including DLSS, FSR, and XESS, though frame generation was not the focus of this benchmark.
The benchmark results reveal interesting performance dynamics between GPUs of different brands and generations. Nvidia’s RTX 5070 Ti generally outperforms AMD’s Radeon RX 9070 XT, especially at higher settings, though some anomalies in 1% low frame rates suggest potential driver optimization issues on AMD’s side. Upscaling technologies further widen Nvidia’s performance lead. The RTX 5090 stands out as the top performer, delivering exceptional frame rates even at 4K with ray tracing enabled, while mainstream and older GPUs struggle to maintain playable performance at higher resolutions and settings.
At 1080p with the Extreme+RT preset, the RTX 5090 leads with an average of 157 FPS, significantly outperforming the RTX 4090 and 5080. Mid-range GPUs like the RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB show a considerable advantage over their 8 GB counterparts, highlighting the importance of VRAM capacity in this game. AMD’s RX 960 XT 16 GB lags behind Nvidia’s 16 GB 5060 Ti, and entry-level or older GPUs generally fall below 40 FPS at this demanding preset, indicating the need for quality adjustments or upscaling to achieve smooth gameplay.
Performance trends at 1440p and 4K mirror those at 1080p, with the RTX 5090 maintaining dominance but experiencing expected frame rate drops due to increased resolution demands. The RTX 5070 Ti continues to outperform comparable AMD GPUs, and Intel’s Arc B580 impresses as a competitive budget option, delivering playable frame rates across settings. The high preset offers a more forgiving experience, with most GPUs maintaining playable frame rates even at 4K, though lower-tier cards still struggle without upscaling or reduced settings.
The video concludes by emphasizing the heavy performance cost of ray tracing in Forza Horizon 6, with the Extreme preset nearly doubling frame rates compared to Extreme+RT while offering visually comparable quality in many scenarios. VRAM capacity significantly impacts performance, especially for Nvidia’s RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB model, which benefits from faster asset streaming and memory allocation. The presenter teases an upcoming optimization guide to help balance visuals and performance, and highlights the consistent value of Intel’s Arc B580 as a budget-friendly GPU choice for this title.
