Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 988 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 932 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 875 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 852 fps | 692 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 912 fps | 730 fps | 593 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 804 fps | 643 fps | 522 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 978 fps | 782 fps | 626 fps | 508 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 923 fps | 739 fps | 591 fps | 480 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 842 fps | 673 fps | 539 fps | 438 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 760 fps | 608 fps | 487 fps | 395 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 652 fps | 521 fps | 417 fps | 339 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 472 fps | 378 fps | 302 fps | 246 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 890 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 826 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 912 fps | 741 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 860 fps | 699 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 808 fps | 657 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 998 fps | 798 fps | 639 fps | 519 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 855 fps | 684 fps | 547 fps | 445 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 754 fps | 603 fps | 482 fps | 392 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 733 fps | 587 fps | 469 fps | 381 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 692 fps | 554 fps | 443 fps | 360 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 631 fps | 505 fps | 404 fps | 328 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 570 fps | 456 fps | 365 fps | 297 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 489 fps | 391 fps | 313 fps | 254 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 354 fps | 283 fps | 227 fps | 184 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 912 fps | 730 fps | 584 fps | 474 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 847 fps | 678 fps | 542 fps | 441 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 760 fps | 608 fps | 487 fps | 395 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 717 fps | 573 fps | 459 fps | 373 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 673 fps | 539 fps | 431 fps | 350 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 532 fps | 426 fps | 341 fps | 277 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 456 fps | 365 fps | 292 fps | 237 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 402 fps | 322 fps | 257 fps | 209 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 391 fps | 313 fps | 250 fps | 203 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 369 fps | 295 fps | 236 fps | 192 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 337 fps | 269 fps | 215 fps | 175 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 304 fps | 243 fps | 195 fps | 158 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 261 fps | 209 fps | 167 fps | 136 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 189 fps | 151 fps | 121 fps | 98 fps |
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Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag, released in 2013, is a noteworthy entry in the adventure genre that transports players to the lawless Caribbean of the early 18th century. As a story about pirates, it combines thrilling naval battles with exploration and stealth gameplay, allowing players to experience the life of an outlaw in a richly detailed open world. Its impressive setting and engaging narrative have made it a beloved title among fans of the series.
When it comes to PC performance, Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag is relatively accessible, requiring only an entry-level GPU with a minimum score of around 1202 to run smoothly. Gamers can expect decent FPS even on modest hardware, as the game doesn’t demand the latest graphics cards to deliver an enjoyable experience. For optimal performance, players should consider mid-range GPUs to enhance their graphics settings and achieve smoother frame rates during gameplay.
With a rating of 83/100, Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag is highly recommended for fans of adventure games and those who enjoy historical narratives. The combination of exciting pirate culture, engaging storylines, and robust gameplay makes it a title worth playing, especially for those who appreciate benchmark performances in games.
Performance profile
Released in October 2013, Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag is a narrative-driven experience — a rock-solid 60 FPS is plenty. Prioritise resolution and image quality (AA, anisotropic filtering) over chasing high-refresh framerates.
Extremely light — Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
Into this world sails a young, cocky, and fearsome captain named Edward Kenway. His skill with a sword and disdain for authority earn him the respect of pirate legends like Blackbeard, but thrust him into an ancient conflict that threatens to destroy everything the pirates have built.
