A new graphics comparison shows how Final Fantasy VII Rebirth performs on the Nintendo Switch 2 compared to a high-end PC [1].

This comparison highlights the technical capabilities of Nintendo's new hardware and how it manages resource-intensive titles from Square Enix when compared to top-tier desktop components [1].

The comparison pits the docked Nintendo Switch 2 against a PC equipped with an RTX 5090 GPU [1]. The PC version was tested with all settings set to maximum to establish a visual ceiling for the game's fidelity [1].

According to the data, the Switch 2 version of the game runs at a locked 30 fps [1]. While the console is docked, the system upscales the image to 1080p [1]. This upscaling is achieved through the use of DLSS technology to maintain visual clarity on larger screens [1].

Despite the use of upscaling, the comparison reveals that the Switch 2 version features lower texture quality than the PC counterpart [1]. The disparity is most evident when compared to the RTX 5090, which provides the highest possible texture resolution, and lighting effects [1].

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth was released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 3, 2024 [2]. The title is developed by Square Enix and published by Nintendo [2]. The port serves as a benchmark for the console's ability to handle complex open-world environments, and high-fidelity character models [1].

“The Switch 2 version of the game runs at a locked 30 fps.”

The performance gap between the Switch 2 and an RTX 5090 PC is expected, as the former is a mobile-hybrid chip and the latter is a flagship enthusiast GPU. However, the ability to maintain a locked 30 fps at 1080p via DLSS suggests that the Switch 2 is designed to provide a stable, high-definition experience for AAA titles that previously required much more powerful hardware.