Starfield PC Performance Lacking Compared to Console Due to Poor Optimization, Even for Top Hardware

YouTuber tests show even PCIe 5.0 SSDs hit 100% usage in Starfield, causing stuttering.
SSD throughput is below max speeds, yet usage is still maxed out.
Thread suggests Starfield's PC optimization is lacking compared to console.
Upgrading to future hardware may be only solution for now.
Many PC gamers rightly disappointed by poor optimization and performance.

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Posted 9/11/2023, 10:28:20 AM