Linux kernel patch can boost the Steam Deck's 1% low frame rate by as much as 31% in early testing
Recent Linux kernel patches, specifically an 'epp_boost' feature for AMD's P-State driver developed by Meta's David Vernet, have shown significant performance improvements for the Steam Deck. Early testing indicates a potential boost of up to 31% in 1% low frame rates, addressing inefficiencies in how AMD CPUs handle gaming workloads.
- Entities
- Platform: Steam Deck
- Company: Valve
- Company: Meta
- Company: AMD
- Platform: PC
- Person: David Vernet
- Topic: Linux Kernel
- Topic: Performance Optimization
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