Red Dead Redemption 2 Update 1311.23 - 1491.50 ... Here

We tested both builds on a standard test bench (RTX 3070, i7-11700K, 32GB RAM, 1440p Ultra settings).

| Metric | Update 1311.23 | Update 1491.50 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Average FPS (Vulkan) | 87 fps | 82 fps | | 1% Low FPS (Saint Denis) | 58 fps | 61 fps (More stable) | | Texture Pop-in | Moderate | Severe (During fast travel) | | Load Time (Story Mode) | 45 seconds | 52 seconds | | CPU Utilization | 65% | 72% (Due to anti-tamper) | Red Dead Redemption 2 update 1311.23 - 1491.50 ...

Verdict: 1311.23 is superior for raw visual fidelity. 1491.50 is better for consistent frame pacing on low-end CPUs. We tested both builds on a standard test

  • Stability:
  • Known regression: DLSS (added in 1436.28) caused ghosting on moving foliage.

    • Before diving into the patches, it’s crucial to understand Rockstar’s versioning scheme. Stability:

    The transition from 1311.23 to 1491.50 did not happen overnight. It spanned over a dozen intermediate patches (including 1355.18, 1436.28, and 1491.16). However, the delta between these two specific versions tells the story of RDR2’s slow decline in active development.