Forza Horizon 5 Xbox Series X Comparison

October 13, 2021 at 9:44pm
By Jason Stettner

This is a technical analysis and breakdown of multiple options going up against one another. Here you can see the Forza Horizon 5 Xbox Series X comparison which will provide a direct visual showcase within the video. This is then filled out with the text based information detailed further down in this article.

This is to provide easier options for viewing, and context for when wanting to find out what exactly is going on between the various selections being shown upon the video. Mostly you get a visual display, and if you’d prefer to just read what’s present you can also see that in action which is a good mix of choices.

There’s not only a quick body of information text, but also a quick table area to provide fast details if you’re not wanting to dive deeply into the topic. With that, you can watch the video presentation right here, or head further back to find out more about what’s being displayed.

Side by Side Comparison Technical Notes
There are two visual options present within the game, a performance mode and a quality mode. Both are providing a 4k resolution target. The former targets 60fps hitting it smoothly, the latter aims for 30fps which is similarly running at its focused desire. Both have HDR support enabled. In quality mode you’ll notice an improvement within the technical details visually. Some of the particle effects, texturing quality of the world and so forth.

It also has ray tracing within the ForzaVista only within quality mode. I did observe less pop-in within the quality mode, but this aspect is handled respectably well for a cross-gen title early on in the new generation. It is Optimized for Xbox Series X, with these choices being present right from the start of the game.

Having the higher frame rate is fantastic for an open world racing game, my preferred graphic option for this one. Both look gorgeous, featuring a vast Mexico location to explore and drive within. Note that this comparison was made during an early preview of the game, some aspects might be subject to change. This is a month prior to launch so it’ll likely be quite similar to what’s present.


Description/Synopsis
Lead breathtaking expeditions across the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars. Explore a world of striking contrast and beauty. Discover living deserts, lush jungles, historic cities, hidden ruins, pristine beaches, vast canyons and a towering snow-capped volcano.

Immerse yourself in a deep campaign with hundreds of challenges that reward you for engaging in the activities you love. Meet new characters and choose the outcomes of their Horizon Story missions. Take on awe-inspiring weather events like towering dust storms and intense tropical storms as Mexico’s unique, dynamic seasons change the world every week. Keep coming back for new events, challenges, collectibles, and rewards, and new areas to explore.

Team up with other players and enter the Horizon Arcade for a continuing series of fun, over-the-top challenges that keep you and your friends in the action and having fun with no menus, loading screens or lobbies. Create your own expressions of fun with the new EventLab gameplay toolset including custom races, challenges, stunts, and new game modes. Customize your cars in more ways than ever before. Use the Gift Drops feature to share your custom creations.

Hopefully the comparison was helpful in understanding the changes that are being presented between these options. It can help greatly to have a quick visual presentation that’s lined up for a faster viewing.

This side by side comparison should really provide all of the info you need to know when it comes to matching up these choices and giving you the quick facts to see why they’re being placed up against one another. You can read a review of a related title below, or check out a game hub for further coverage as well. Don’t forget to check out the video content to see the experience in action.

Read our Forza Horizon 5 Preview
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