logistics Tech Comparison
Quantum Logistics Network vs Automated Shipyards
Comparing the Quantum Logistics Network (Tier 4) and Automated Shipyards (Tier 3), both logistics 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 | Quantum Logistics Network | Automated Shipyards |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T4 | T3 |
| Research time | 75 | 28▼ |
| metal cost | 120,000 | 55,000▼ |
| crystal cost | 60,000 | 28,000▼ |
| dark matter cost | 2,000▼ | — |
| credits cost | 200,000 | 80,000▼ |
| Effect | instant resource transfer: true; +100% -transit time | +3 parallel build queues |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Quantum Logistics Network
Quantum-tunneled freight pods transfer resources between colonies near-instantly, eliminating transit delays empire-wide.
Unlocks buildings: quantum freight hub
Requires: logistics 8, logistics 9
Automated Shipyards
Fully automated construction arms enable parallel build queues, allowing up to 3 ships to be built simultaneously per shipyard.
Unlocks buildings: automated shipyard
Requires: logistics 7
Which Should You Research First?
The Automated Shipyards is the lower-tier prerequisite step and typically comes first in the logistics branch, opening the path toward Quantum Logistics Network.