The computer hardware specifications that Blizzard released in this Server Slam event added high options and ultra 4K options following the required and recommended specifications held previously. The part to pay close attention to in the high and advanced options is the processor The 8th generation Core i7 8700K processor was used, and it is a processor with 6 core / 12 thread specifications located at the top of the 8th generation core processor. And to enjoy these two option items as a game, the graphics card has also been upgraded. Based on the Nvidia graphics card, the GeForce RTX 2060 is required, and the GeForce RTX 3080 is required to play games at ultra resolution 4K. To activate DLSS 3.0, recently added by Nvidia, you must use the GeForce RTX 40 series.
Except for those using the Core i7 8700K processor, the Core i5 13400F processor, which can probably be bought at the moment, is basically sold as a flagship through a number of graphics cards and combinations, FHD resolution and “highest” option. to some extent, we prepared a test that shows the frame in the game.
▲ You can select and download Diablo IV – Server Slam through the existing Battle.net launcher. If you don’t have a Battle.net account, you must create one. After downloading, you can play up to Act 1 for free.
▲ The capacity of the client used in the Diablo 4 server slam was almost the same as the capacity of the open beta test that took place last March.
■ Diablo 4 server slam benchmark setup
● Processor: Intel Core i5 13400F
● Memory : Teamgroup DDR5-5600 16GB x 2 (Total 32GB)
● Motherboard: Asrock Z790 Steel Legend Wi-Fi – Ezwin
● Storage: SK Hynix P41 Platinum 2TB x2
● Power: Micronics Classic 2 Full-modular 1050W
▲ The system used as a comparison platform in this brain box was installed as similar as possible in the specifications corresponding to the “high” option released by Blizzard. In detail, it was Intel Core i7 8086K, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060S, DDR4-3200 32GB, etc.
Now, first of all, in the case of the main board, a high-end motherboard was used to test ultra 4K resolution with a high-end graphics card directly using the high-end processor, Core i9 13900K. However, it would be nice to take that into account because it doesn’t take much on the B760 motherboard, which is a lower chipset.
In the case of storage, two 2TB NVMe SSDs are installed, and the reason is to record the frame test process of Diablo 4 as a video by giving option changes for each graphics card. If you really use it, it would be nice to install an NVMe SSD with a capacity of about 1TB. The Diablo 4 server slam version, released this time, requires around 89 to 90 GB of storage.
■ Fix memory garbage collection
The first storage used in a computer is system memory. It is mainly connected to the processor and causes a problem when sending and receiving a lot of data quickly. At this time, it repeats reading and writing data in the allocated memory address area. However, if you continue to have unnecessary unused data among the data values used or written in a particular memory field, the overall unused space will be reduced and you must return it, which is a collection rubbish This part is also basically done in the operating system, but if one instance is used with a large share in the foreground, such garbage collection must be performed on its own.
If you simply look at the computer with Diablo 4 installed, the memory garbage collection problem that showed many problems in the early access and open beta in March has been solved. As the game progresses, the phenomenon that the system memory exceeds 16GB and continues to increase to 22~25GB is neatly removed, and when you enjoy Diablo 4 on resolution FHD, you maintain 12 ~ 14GB of total system memory, which was planned in March If you have played Diablo 4, you have probably experienced a phenomenon where memory usage continues to increase. Fortunately, in the server slam test conducted this time, it was completely resolved, and as Diablo 4 progressed, the system memory usage increased or decreased automatically, indicating a very normal software condition.
▲ Screenshot of the trailer shown in the actual game (1080p, FHD resolution)
As can be seen from today’s test results, Diablo 4 seems to be enough to enjoy a pleasant game on FHD resolution if you choose a graphics card of 300,000 ~ 600,000 won based on a 6-core processor of Core i5 13400F processor order. In particular, more stable frames were maintained in the early access and open beta, which took place in March, and high and stable gaming frame numbers were maintained regardless of the Nvidia, Intel, and Radeon graphics cards.
The biggest disappointment in this Diablo 4 server slam is that it wasn’t released so you can enjoy additional content in the previous early access and open beta. In this way, only the initial part of the game was set to show a little taste, and by focusing on the stability of the server itself, in fact, Diablo 4 was more complete than the users. Perhaps, from June 6, when Diablo 4 is officially released, the current build released on Server Slam will be served as is, and Diablo 4 will probably be sold on “Try & Buy” form.
Anyway, the time for the real sanctuary to open to Blizzard Diablo 4 fans who have been waiting for years is only a few weeks away. If you upgrade the hardware you need in advance, you will probably be able to enjoy Diablo 4 more comfortably. And recently, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series buyers can receive Diablo 4 at an NVIDIA event, so don’t miss the chance to win Diablo 4 worth 80,000 for free.
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