Refract
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 970 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 831 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 999 fps | 927 fps | 742 fps | 603 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 961 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 935 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 883 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 991 fps | 805 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 895 fps | 727 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 959 fps | 767 fps | 623 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 869 fps | 695 fps | 556 fps | 452 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 970 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 914 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 859 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 836 fps | 679 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 895 fps | 716 fps | 582 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 986 fps | 789 fps | 631 fps | 513 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 959 fps | 767 fps | 614 fps | 499 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 906 fps | 725 fps | 580 fps | 471 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 826 fps | 661 fps | 529 fps | 429 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 746 fps | 597 fps | 477 fps | 388 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 639 fps | 512 fps | 409 fps | 333 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 464 fps | 371 fps | 297 fps | 241 fps |
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About
"Refract," released in 2017, is an innovative indie puzzle game that challenges players to manipulate colored laser beams to solve intricate puzzles. By reflecting and refracting these beams onto corresponding colored cuboids, players engage in a unique blend of strategy and problem-solving. Its distinctive gameplay mechanics set "Refract" apart in the indie genre, offering a visually striking experience that encourages creativity and critical thinking.
In terms of PC performance, "Refract" is quite accessible for a wide range of hardware. With a minimum GPU requirement of an entry-level GPU scoring around 96, players can expect to achieve decent FPS even on lower-end systems. To enjoy smoother gameplay and enhanced graphics settings, players may benefit from upgrading to a mid-range GPU. However, the game's relatively low RAM requirement of just 1 GB ensures that it remains friendly for casual gamers without high-performance setups.
If you enjoy puzzle games that require strategic thinking and careful planning, "Refract" is worth your time. Its unique mechanics and indie charm have garnered positive reviews, making it a solid addition to any strategy game enthusiast's library. With good performance benchmarks across a variety of systems, it offers an engaging experience without the need for cutting-edge hardware.
Performance profile
July 2017 release. Refract was built around the GTX 10-series / RX Vega era. Current-gen mid-range cards (RTX 4060 / RX 7600) are overkill at 1080p and handle 1440p Ultra comfortably.
As a strategy title, Refract is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Refract runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
