Genshin Impact cover art
PS5
58
Below average
2020

Genshin Impact

Performance overview

Genshin Impact offers an upgraded experience on PS5 compared to PS4, benefiting from full 4K output resolution and improved visual detail along with faster loading times. Frame-rate targets and PS5 Pro specifics are not documented in the source.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 5

58
Below average
Editorial summary

On PS5, Genshin Impact targets a full 4K visual presentation with high levels of detail. Loading times are noticeably faster than on PS4, though specific framerate metrics are not provided.

Standard Mode

PS5
Recommended
Target FPS
Typical FPS
Output
4K
Internal

Supports full 4K resolution and high levels of detail.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 4 Pro

56
Below average
Editorial summary

Genshin Impact on PS4 Pro outputs at 3360x2160 resolution. However, performance on last-gen hardware exhibits frame rate instability compared to playback on PS5.

Default Mode

PS4 Pro
Recommended
Target FPS
Typical FPS
Output
3360x2160
Internal

Runs at a sub-4K resolution of 3360x2160.

Graphics modes on PlayStation 4

52
Below average
Editorial summary

The PS4 version of Genshin Impact delivers attractive cel-shaded graphics but struggles with frame rate consistency during gameplay.

Default Mode

PS4
Recommended
Target FPS
Typical FPS
Output
Internal

Displays cel-shaded visuals.

Known issues

Frame rate drops in dense areas and heavy combat
minor

Frame rate occasionally drops to the low 50s or high 40s in detailed locations like Mondstadt city and during intense battles with heavy effects.

Status: ActiveType: performancePlatform: PS5
Frame rate instability on PS4
moderate

The PS4 version encounters notable frame rate drops during gameplay.

Status: ActiveType: performancePlatform: PS4

Video analysis

Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.

Genshin Impact | PS5 - PS4 Pro - PC | PS5 Update Comparison
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Genshin Impact PS5 Frame Rate Test (Backwards Compatibility)
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What is the PSFoundry Performance Score of Genshin Impact?

Genshin Impact scores 58/100 on PS5. The Performance Score measures technical performance only — frame rate, image quality, graphics modes, visual features, responsiveness, loading and stability — not how good the game is.

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