Is GPU VRAM Really Important?

About this Video

• Video Title: Is GPU VRAM Really Important?
• Channel: Blackbird PC Tech
• Speakers: Matt
• Duration: 00:17:22

Introduction

This video investigates the importance of GPU VRAM in gaming performance. The presenter, Matt, uses benchmarks from eight popular games to determine the impact of VRAM on frame rates at different resolutions and settings. He also explains GPU upscaling (DLSS, FSR, XeSS) and frame generation technologies and their effects on performance.

Key Takeaways

• VRAM's Impact on Performance: VRAM significantly impacts performance, especially at higher resolutions or when GPU load increases. The impact is only noticeable when a game demands more VRAM than available.
• Upscaling Technologies: DLSS, FSR, and XeSS are AI-driven upscaling technologies that significantly boost frame rates without lowering graphical settings, particularly beneficial for systems with limited VRAM.
• Frame Generation: This technology creates new frames between existing ones, increasing smoothness and frame rate but potentially introducing latency. Multi-frame generation minimizes this latency.
• VRAM Recommendations: For maximum settings in 2025, a minimum of 12GB VRAM is recommended. For high settings, AI upscaling technologies are necessary if VRAM is less than 12GB.
• GPU Performance is Primary: GPU computational power is more crucial than VRAM; having ample VRAM is useless if the GPU can't handle the processing demands.