Neverness to Everness POCO F8 Ultra Test: Max Graphics and 120FPS

Key Takeaways

• POCO's Game Turbo Wild Boost successfully forces 120FPS during exploration.
• Internal CPU temperatures peak at a scorching 95°C in a 30°C room.
• Battery consumption averages a 5% drain for every 18 minutes of gameplay.
• Fast-paced combat and driving trigger noticeable micro-stutters and lag spikes.
• Current game optimization feels heavier and less refined than Genshin Impact.

How does the POCO F8 Ultra perform running Neverness to Everness on maximum settings?

Playing Hotta Studio's Neverness to Everness on "Original" graphics pushes modern mobile hardware to its absolute limit. When you remove air conditioning and rely solely on the phone's internal cooling in a 30°C room, the results get intense. This test breaks down exactly what happens to framerates, battery life, and thermals when you play as an Appraiser and force 120FPS in the city of Hethereau.

Testing Environment & Results Breakdown

Metric	Result	Testing Condition	Notes
Graphics Settings	Original (Max)	TAA, Frame Gen On, Extreme Textures	Most demanding preset available.
Framerate	120 FPS	POCO Game Turbo (Wild Boost)	Base in-game setting set to 60 FPS.
Thermals (Peak)	~95°C (CPU)	28°C - 30°C Room Temp (No AC)	Back panel becomes uncomfortably hot.
Battery Drain	~5% per 18 mins	1 Hour Total Playtime	High power draw from continuous rendering.
Performance Drops	2ms Lag Spikes	Driving & Hack-and-Slash Combat	Stutters appear during heavy asset loading.

How Does the POCO F8 Ultra Handle 120FPS Game Turbo?

Forcing 120FPS with Wild Boost delivers smooth city exploration but struggles during heavy action.

Running the game on the highest possible settings (Original quality, TAA anti-aliasing, and Extreme textures) looks incredible on the POCO F8 Ultra's screen. Using the native Game Turbo overlay, activating Wild Boost artificially pushes the game to 120FPS, making casual walking around Hethereau feel highly responsive.

However, the hardware starts showing strain when the gameplay accelerates. Jumping into a vehicle to drive across the open world, or engaging in fast-paced hack-and-slash combat with hostile forces, introduces noticeable lag spikes.

"You will experience micro-stutters of about 2ms during intense scenes. Compared to titles like Honkai: Star Rail or Genshin Impact, the current optimization for Neverness to Everness requires more polish to maintain a locked framerate under stress."

What Are the Real-World Thermals Without Air Conditioning?

Internal CPU temperatures reach a blistering 95°C in a standard 30°C room.

Playing demanding 3D open-world RPGs without an external cooler or air conditioning is the ultimate thermal test. After an hour of gameplay in a room resting at 28°C to 30°C, the internal thermal monitors reported CPU core temperatures spiking between 89°C and 95°C.

This internal heat translates directly to the chassis. The physical heat on the back of the device becomes severe enough that holding the phone barehanded for extended sessions is uncomfortable. If you plan to run these settings long-term, a clip-on semiconductor cooling fan is mandatory.

Does Max Graphics Impact Battery Life Significantly?

Expect a 5% battery drop for every 18 minutes of active gameplay at peak settings.

Pushing high rendering accuracy alongside frame generation requires continuous, heavy power draw. During this one-hour test, the battery drained at a consistent rate of roughly 5% every 18 minutes.

While this is manageable for short commutes or quick daily missions, marathon sessions will require you to stay tethered to a charger. Lowering the texture quality or disabling Wild Boost will drastically improve both the battery endurance and the thermal output.

Still struggling with high temperatures? Dropping your in-game framerate cap to 30FPS or lowering shadow quality is the fastest way to save your fingers from the heat.

Final Verdict on Neverness to Everness POCO F8 Ultra Performance

The POCO F8 Ultra has the raw processing power to boot up Neverness to Everness on maximum settings and push high framerates via Game Turbo. However, the extreme heat generation and combat lag spikes indicate that either the phone's passive cooling cannot handle the load, or Hotta Studio needs to deploy further optimization patches. For the best daily experience, dropping the graphics to "Medium" or "High" is highly recommended.

FAQ: Neverness to Everness Mobile Performance

What graphics settings should I use for Neverness to Everness?

For consistent performance without overheating, select the "High" preset and cap the framerate at 60FPS. Avoid "Original" settings unless you are using an active phone cooler.

Why does the game lag during driving and combat?

Fast movement forces the game to load high-resolution textures and environmental assets rapidly. This heavy processing load causes brief frame drops and micro-stutters.

How hot does the POCO F8 Ultra get while gaming?

Under maximum load without air conditioning, internal CPU cores can reach 95°C, making the back glass very hot to the touch after 30 minutes.

Do I need an external cooler for this game?

Yes. If you want to use maximum graphics and Game Turbo features, a clip-on semiconductor cooler will prevent thermal throttling and protect battery health.

Are Genshin Impact and Neverness to Everness similarly optimized?

Currently, Genshin Impact runs smoother on the same hardware. Neverness to Everness is newer and requires further developer optimization to match that level of stability.

Can I play this game comfortably for long sessions?

Only if you lower the graphical settings. Playing on max settings causes high battery drain and physical heat, limiting comfortable playtime to under an hour.