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| Feature | Rays 2.1.2.2 | Boris FX Continuum (Light leak) | Native Photoshop | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Excellent | Excellent | Poor (Manual only) | | Obstacle Detection | Yes (Basic) | Yes (AI enhanced) | No | | Speed on Win X64 | Instant | Moderate (Heavy DRM) | Slow (Radial blur hack) | | Price (Current) | Legacy/Free if owned | $295/year | Included in CC |

The keyword "Win X64" is critical. This version will work on 32-bit versions of Windows or older OS like Windows XP. Here is the official hardware recommendation for running Rays 2.1.2.2 smoothly:

Specifies which highlight areas should generate rays, ensuring they appear only where logically appropriate. Natural Aesthetics: