Zenless Zone Zero (ZZZ) PC Optimized Settings: Every Graphics Option Benchmarked

Introduction

Zenless Zone Zero (shortened as “ZZZ”) is miHoYo’s latest free-to-play gacha game, following their successful titles like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail. Released on July 4th, 2024, ZZZ uses the Unity engine and employs 3D cel-shading techniques, creating a vibrant futuristic world with an array of characters.

With over 50 million downloads across platforms, ZZZ is poised to become the go-to gacha game. Available on PCs, PS5, iOS, and Android, each platform has its specific build.

In this guide, we’ll explore every graphics setting, benchmark options, and recommend the best settings for a smooth experience on PC. Let’s dive in!

Official PC Requirements

Before optimizing, let’s review the official PC requirements:

• Low Preset (1080p, 60 FPS):

  • CPU: Intel Core i5 7th gen or equivalent (2016)
  • GPU: NVIDIA GTX 970 or equivalent (2014)
  • RAM: 8 GB Dual Channel
  • Storage: 57 GB (115 GB total for installation with decompression)

• Recommended (High Preset, 1080p, 60 FPS):

  • CPU: Intel Core i7 10th gen or equivalent (2020)
  • GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1660 or higher

Optimization Steps

1. Windows/System Settings:

   • Close unnecessary applications.
   • Enable Resizable BAR (SAM) in BIOS.
   • Optimize for windowed games in Windows settings.

2. Xbox Game Bar:

   • Enable Game Mode.
   • Configure capture settings.

3. Overclock Your Graphics Card:

   • Use tools like MSI Afterburner or EVGA Precision X.

4. Enable XMP/EXPO Memory Profile:

   • Set memory clocks and timings for stable performance.

5. Display Mode:

   • Use Fullscreen for maximum performance.

6. Resolution Scaling:

   • Stick to your monitor’s resolution.

7. Graphics Presets:

   • Test presets (Low, Medium, High) based on your target frames.

8. Individual Settings:

   • Adjust anti-aliasing, shadows, FX detail, shading quality, character quality, environment quality, mirror reflections, volumetric fog, bloom, distortion, and color filter strength.

9. Rendering:

   • Stick to native resolution (1), but consider downscaling if needed.

10. Additional Settings:

    • Enable “Show Combat DMG” unless you need more FPS.

11. CPU Bottlenecks:

    • ZZZ is mostly GPU-bound at 4K, while 1440p and 1080p are CPU-bound.

Best PC Settings

Here are optimized settings for different PC configurations:

Remember that these settings can be adjusted based on your preferences and system capabilities.