How We Test

Our first test laptop

We chose this laptop for Gamnivo’s first game tests so readers with integrated graphics have a specific machine to compare with their own.

  • Processor: Intel Core i5-1135G7, 4 cores and 8 logical processors
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Xe
  • Memory: 12 GB DDR4 at 3200 MT/s
  • Storage: NVMe SSD

How we’ll compare game settings

For each test, we’ll record the game version, resolution, graphics settings, and whether the laptop was plugged in. We’ll describe the scene we played so you know what the result covers.

To compare two settings, we’ll replay the same scene and change one setting at a time. Alongside frame rates, we’ll describe visible differences, such as softer textures or shorter draw distance, so you can decide whether the trade-off is worthwhile.

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