Raw Data vs Silica
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Raw Data wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Raw Data is $16.78 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Raw Data | Silica |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Wait for Sale | 75 | 50 |
| Quality | 83 | 64 |
| Value | 82 | 49 |
| Popularity | 53 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.10 | $19.88 |
| Steam Review Score | 81.5% positive | 77.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 16 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Raw Data | Silica |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 5, 2017 | May 3, 2023 |
| Developers | Survios | Martin 'Dram' Melichárek |
| Publishers | Survios | Bohemia Interactive |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 | Windows 10 / 11 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7-4770 | Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD equivalent |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti | GeForce GTX 1080 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Raw Data or Silica?
Raw Data won the comparison against Silica based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Raw Data worth buying over Silica?
Based on the metrics, Raw Data won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Raw Data currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:34 AM UTC