energy Tech Comparison
Zero-Point Modules vs Dyson Swarm Segments
Comparing the Zero-Point Modules (Tier 3) and Dyson Swarm Segments (Tier 4), both energy technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Zero-Point Modules | Dyson Swarm Segments |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T4 |
| Research time | 18▼ | 48 |
| metal cost | 35,000▼ | 100,000 |
| crystal cost | 18,000▼ | 50,000 |
| dark matter cost | 500▼ | 2,000 |
| Effect | +5000 flat energy per planet | +3 star energy multiplier |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Zero-Point Modules
Extract vacuum energy at the quantum scale. Adds flat +5000 energy per planet.
Unlocks buildings: zpm array
Requires: energy 2
Dyson Swarm Segments
Deploy orbital collectors around your home star for massive passive income.
Unlocks buildings: dyson segment
Requires: energy 3, energy 5
Which Should You Research First?
The Zero-Point Modules is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the energy branch, opening the path toward Dyson Swarm Segments.