Valheim
Grounded targets 60fps on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, while Nintendo Switch targets 30fps. On PS5, the game runs at a surprisingly low dynamic resolution between 1080p and 1215p, compared to Series X which scales up to 4K. Although PS5 exhibits higher geometry draw distances and sharper shadow maps than Xbox Series X, its performance is erratic, regularly dropping into the 50s and hitting lows of 45fps. Xbox Series X provides a far more consistent 60fps experience, making it the preferred console platform at present.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
Latest analysed patch: 1.02
Grounded on PS5 renders with higher geometry LODs and crisp shadow maps, but image clarity is relatively soft due to a dynamic resolution ranging between 1080p and 1215p. Performance is unstable, frequently dropping into the 50s or 45fps during traversal and scene transitions, though VRR helps mitigate stuttering.
Performance Mode
PS5Dynamic resolution scales between 1080p and 1215p. Features higher geometry LOD settings and sharper shadow outlines compared to Xbox Series X, with HUD rendered at 4K.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 4 Pro
PS4 Pro runs Assassin's Creed Valhalla with dynamic resolution rendering between 1824x1026 and 2560x1440, employing temporal reconstruction. A internal resolution around 2304x1296 is most typical. The game downsamples when connected to 1080p displays.
Standard Mode
PS4 ProDynamic resolution scaling from 1824x1026 to 2560x1440, with ~2304x1296 being common. Uses temporal reconstruction and supports 1080p downsampling.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 4
Base PS4 uses dynamic resolution rendering between 1493x840 and 1920x1080 alongside temporal reconstruction. Render resolution typically rests near 1728x972 during gameplay.
Standard Mode
PS4Dynamic resolution scaling from 1493x840 to 1920x1080, with ~1728x972 being common. Employs temporal reconstruction.
Known issues
Sustained frame rate drops occur frequently during exploration, fluctuating between 45fps and 60fps depending on time of day and scene complexity.
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Frequently asked
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What frame rate does Valheim run at on PS5?
On PS5, Valheim offers 1 graphics mode: Performance Mode targets 60 FPS at 1215p.
What is the PSFoundry Performance Score of Valheim?
Valheim scores 69/100 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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