You will need a high-end Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, plus an RTX 3060 or better, to hit 30 FPS in demanding games. Lower-end CPUs (especially older Ryzen 3000 series) struggle with SPU recompilation.
Early tests show PSEMU3 reduces input lag by approximately 1–2 frames compared to RPCS3 on the same hardware. For rhythm games ( Persona 4 Dancing All Night ) or precision platformers, this is a noticeable win.
If you own a high-end PC and love tweaking settings, download PSEMU3 alongside RPCS3. Use RPCS3 for most games, and PSEMU3 for the few titles where its accuracy shines. If you just want to play Metal Gear Solid 4 without frustration, wait another year—or support the RPCS3 team instead.
Rating: 3.5/5 (Promising but Premature)