OUR METHODOLOGY

Leonida Labs is not a random number generator. We use a comparative "Console Parity" model to predict hardware performance for unreleased titles.

1. The "Console Parity" Hypothesis

Historically, Rockstar Games titles are optimized for the current generation's leading console. For GTA VI, the baseline is the PlayStation 5. Our entire scoring system is built around this anchor point.

We assume the game engine targets a locked 30 FPS at dynamic 1440p (upscaled to 4K) on PS5 hardware. PC hardware is then graded based on its ability to exceed this baseline.

2. The Scoring Math (0-200 Scale)

Every GPU in our database is assigned a Parity Score where 100 represents exact equivalence to the PS5 GPU (approx. AMD Radeon RX 6700 non-XT or NVIDIA RTX 2070 Super equivalent rasterization performance).

  • Score < 80: Below console baseline. Likely requires sub-1080p resolutions or low settings.
  • Score 100: The "Console Experience." 1440p/30FPS or 1080p/60FPS mix.
  • Score 150+: High-End PC Territory. Native 4K or High Refresh Rate 1440p.

Weights & Variables

The score is calculated using weighted variables:

  • Rasterization Power (60%): Raw rendering speed based on FP32 TFLOPS normalized for architecture efficiency (e.g., Ada Lovelace is more efficient per TFLOP than Ampere).
  • VRAM Capacity (20%): Given modern texture demands, cards with < 8GB VRAM receive a significant penalty, regardless of speed.
  • Feature Set (10%): Hardware support for Ray Tracing and Mesh Shaders.
  • Upscaling Tech (10%): Support for DLSS 3.0 (Frame Gen) provides a bonus score multiplier as it "creates" performance not possible on consoles.

3. Data Sources

Our raw hardware data is aggregated from trusted public technical databases including:

  • TechPowerUp GPU Database: For verified clock speeds, die sizes, and bus widths.
  • Manufacturer Spec Sheets: Official Nvidia/AMD/Intel ark documentation.
  • Community Benchmarks: Normalized aggregate scores from 3DMark Time Spy and Port Royal to verify relative performance hierarchy.

Disclaimer: While our data is rigorous, game optimization is unpredictable. A score of 120 does not legally guarantee 20% better performance than a PS5 in every scenario.